At the heart of Brazil’s extensive coffee heritage, Black Diamond SSFC Natural represents the craftsmanship of specialty green coffees graded under the Strictly Soft Fine Cup (SSFC) classification—a designation for high-quality beans grown below 1,200 meters, offering soft, clean flavor profiles.
Process: Naturally processed (‘natural’)—cherries are dried intact, allowing sugars to infuse the beans and develop sweet, fruity, and creamy characteristics.
Altitude: Under 1,200 m, contributing to softness and balanced development in cup profile.
Harvest & Processing: Mechanized but increasingly selective harvesting ensures ripe cherry selection, followed by meticulous drying—perhaps on raised beds or patios—to accentuate sweetness and complexity.