Upcoming Origins

Vietnam, Brazil
and Ethiopia

Three origins we source beyond our Colombian and Indian range, covering commercial Robusta, the Arabica base of an espresso blend and the full Ethiopian spectrum. Full specifications for every lot are below.

VIETNAM

Bold character,
endless potential

BRAZIL

Rich lands,
remarkable coffees

ETHIOPIA

Where coffee
began

What This Covers

The coffees we can put in front of you next.

Our Colombian and Indian ranges have their own pages because each carries a story, a region and a set of lots we know intimately. These three are here for a simpler reason: roasters across the region ask for them, and we can supply them. Each section below gives the origin in a sentence, then every specification we can quote against.

  • Three origins, one desk

    Robusta from Vietnam, the Arabica base from Brazil and the full Ethiopian range — quoted and contracted through the same Dubai office as our Colombian and Indian coffees.

  • Specifications up front

    Species, grade, screen, process, moisture and defect references are published for every lot below, so a roaster can review the details first before opening a conversation.

  • Agreed lot by lot

    Green coffee is sold against a contracted specification. Tolerances, packing and pre-shipment cupping are settled per lot rather than assumed from a page.

Upcoming Origin

Vietnam

Vietnam is a key source of commercial Robusta for the UAE and GCC. Its strength is consistency, availability and a wide range of screen and preparation options, making it particularly relevant to espresso-blend, commercial roasting and soluble-coffee customers.

One specification, detailed opposite.

  • Vietnam Robusta Grade 1 — Screen 18, Wet Polished / Super Clean

    A cleaner premium Robusta preparation for roasters seeking improved visual uniformity and tighter defect tolerances.

    Species
    Robusta
    Grade
    Grade 1
    Screen
    Screen 18; typically ≥90% above screen
    Moisture
    ≤12–12.5%
    Black & broken
    Commonly around ≤1% or tighter by contract
    Foreign matter
    Commonly around ≤0.1% on wet-polished / super-clean specifications
    Cup profile
    Bold body and crema with a cleaner commercial cup than standard FAQ preparations.
    Best suited for
    Premium espresso blends, Italian-style blends, high-volume HoReCa and roasters wanting a cleaner Robusta component.
    Packing
    Typically 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro / hermetic liner available. Approx. 320 × 60 kg bags = 19.2 MT per 20 ft FCL as a common export reference.

Upcoming Origin

Brazil

Brazil is a core origin for UAE and GCC roasters because of its consistency, versatility and strong performance as the base of espresso and commercial Arabica blends. Natural-process Brazilian coffees are especially valued for chocolate, nut and caramel profiles, balanced body and generally approachable acidity.

3 specifications, detailed opposite.

  • Brazil Cerrado Fine Cup — NY 2/3, Screen 17/18

    A premium commercial Arabica from Cerrado Mineiro, valued for consistency, sweetness and strong performance in espresso and premium blend programs.

    Species
    100% Arabica
    Origin / Region
    Cerrado Mineiro, Minas Gerais, Brazil
    Classification
    NY 2/3, Strictly Soft, Fine Cup
    Screen size
    17/18
    Process
    Natural / dry process
    Moisture
    Typically 10–12%; contractual maximum commonly 12%
    Typical varieties
    Mundo Novo, Red Catuaí and other regional Arabica cultivars
    Altitude
    Approx. 800–1,300 MASL
    Harvest
    Typically May–September
    Cup profile
    Chocolate, caramel and nut notes, balanced sweetness, full body and low-to-moderate acidity.
    Best suited for
    Premium espresso blends, HoReCa, retail coffee, medium/dark roast programs and commercial single-origin offerings.
    Packing
    Typically 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro / hermetic liner available. Approx. 320 × 60 kg bags = 19.2 MT per 20 ft FCL as a common export reference.
  • Brazil Santos Fine Cup — NY 2/3, Screen 17/18

    A classic Brazilian commercial Arabica specification offering a smooth, clean and versatile cup for a broad range of UAE and GCC roasting programs.

    Species
    100% Arabica
    Origin
    Brazil; “Santos” is a traditional trade designation linked to the Port of Santos
    Classification
    NY 2/3, Strictly Soft, Fine Cup
    Screen size
    17/18
    Process
    Natural / dry process
    Moisture
    Typically 10–12%; contractual maximum commonly around 12%
    Typical varieties
    Mundo Novo, Catuaí, Caturra and other Brazilian Arabica cultivars
    Typical producing areas
    Minas Gerais, Cerrado, Sul de Minas, São Paulo and other Brazilian Arabica regions
    Typical loading port
    Santos, Brazil
    Cup profile
    Balanced and smooth with chocolate, caramel and roasted nut notes, medium body and low-to-moderate acidity.
    Best suited for
    Espresso blends, commercial roasting, private-label coffee, HoReCa, retail coffee and medium/dark roast programs.
    Packing
    Typically 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro / hermetic liner available. Approx. 320 × 60 kg bags = 19.2 MT per 20 ft FCL as a common export reference.
  • Brazil Rio Minas — NY 2/3, Screen 17/18

    A traditional Brazilian Arabica with a stronger and more distinctive cup character, historically relevant to Arab and Mediterranean markets and well suited to robust regional roast profiles.

    Species
    100% Arabica
    Origin / Region
    Brazil; commonly Minas Gerais / Zona da Mata and related producing areas
    Classification
    Rio Minas NY 2/3
    Screen size
    17/18
    Process
    Natural / dry process
    Moisture
    Typically 11–12%; final contractual tolerance should be agreed lot by lot
    Cup quality
    Rio Minas / characteristic Rio cup
    Other common trade options
    NY 3/4 Screen 15/16 and NY 4/5 Screen 14/15/16 may also be available
    Cup profile
    Strong body, pronounced traditional Rio character, dark chocolate and roasted nut notes with low acidity.
    Best suited for
    Middle Eastern-style roasting, commercial blends, darker roast profiles and large-volume roasting programs requiring a strong, distinctive Arabica component.
    Packing
    Typically 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro / hermetic liner available. Approx. 320 × 60 kg bags = 19.2 MT per 20 ft FCL as a common export reference.

Upcoming Origin

Ethiopia

Ethiopia offers a broad spectrum of Arabica coffees, from accessible commercial naturals to distinctive washed specialty lots. For UAE and GCC buyers, the origin is particularly useful because it can serve traditional coffee, espresso blends and premium single-origin menus.

4 specifications, detailed opposite.

  • Ethiopia Sidamo (Specialty) Washed G1

    A high-grade washed Arabica from Sidama, offering a clean, elegant and aromatic cup for premium specialty programs.

    Species
    100% Arabica
    Origin / Region
    Sidama Region, Ethiopia
    Grade
    Grade 1 / Specialty
    Process
    Fully washed
    Typical varieties
    Ethiopian landraces / heirloom selections
    Screen size
    Typically 14+; many specialty lots are concentrated around screens 15–18
    Moisture
    Typically 10–12%; premium export lots commonly target approximately 10.5–11.5%
    Defect reference
    Grade 1 is the highest Ethiopian quality grade; physical tolerances should be confirmed against the contracted lot
    Harvest
    Typically October–February, depending on district and altitude
    Altitude
    Often approximately 1,700–2,200 MASL, depending on producing district
    Cup profile
    Floral and citrus aromatics, tea-like elegance, stone fruit and bright acidity with a clean, silky finish. Exact notes vary by lot.
    Best suited for
    Premium single origin, specialty cafés, filter coffee, light-to-medium roasting, high-end espresso and specialty retail.
    Packing
    Typically 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro / hermetic liner available. Approx. 320 × 60 kg bags = 19.2 MT per 20 ft FCL as a common export reference.
  • Ethiopia Sidamo (Specialty) Natural G2

    A fruit-forward natural Arabica that combines distinctive Sidamo character with a specialty-oriented Grade 2 preparation.

    Species
    100% Arabica
    Origin / Region
    Sidama Region, Ethiopia
    Grade
    Grade 2 / specialty-oriented
    Process
    Natural / dry process
    Typical varieties
    Ethiopian landraces / heirloom selections
    Screen size
    Typically 14+; natural lots commonly show a broader screen distribution
    Moisture
    Typically 10–12%
    Defect reference
    Grade 2 permits more physical defects than Grade 1; final defect and cup specification should be agreed lot by lot
    Harvest
    Typically October–February, depending on district and altitude
    Drying
    Whole cherries commonly sun-dried on raised African beds
    Cup profile
    Berry and ripe-fruit sweetness, wine-like character, chocolate undertones and a fuller body, with profile intensity varying by lot.
    Best suited for
    Specialty espresso, fruit-forward blends, premium single origin, medium/light roasting and cafés seeking a distinctive natural Ethiopian profile.
    Packing
    Typically 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro / hermetic liner available. Approx. 320 × 60 kg bags = 19.2 MT per 20 ft FCL as a common export reference.
  • Ethiopia Sidamo Natural G3

    A premium-commercial natural Sidamo offering recognisable Ethiopian fruit character at a more accessible price point than specialty Grades 1 and 2.

    Species
    100% Arabica
    Origin / Region
    Sidama Region, Ethiopia
    Grade
    Grade 3 / premium commercial
    Process
    Natural / dry process
    Typical varieties
    Ethiopian landraces / heirloom selections
    Screen size
    Typically 14+; screen distribution should be confirmed for each lot
    Moisture
    Typically 10–12%
    Defect reference
    Traditionally around 13–25 defects per 350 g under widely used Ethiopian trade references
    Harvest
    Typically October–February, depending on producing area
    Cup profile
    Dried fruit, berry, cocoa and mild spice with medium-to-full body and moderate acidity; less cup refinement than specialty G1/G2 lots.
    Best suited for
    Premium commercial blends, espresso blends, commercial single-origin programs, HoReCa and roasters wanting Ethiopian character at a competitive cost.
    Packing
    Typically 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro / hermetic liner available. Approx. 320 × 60 kg bags = 19.2 MT per 20 ft FCL as a common export reference.
  • Ethiopia Lekempti Natural G5

    A commercial natural Arabica from western Ethiopia offering strong body and Ethiopian origin character for value-focused, high-volume roasting programs.

    Species
    100% Arabica
    Origin / Region
    Wollega / Lekempti (Nekemte), Oromia, Western Ethiopia
    Grade
    Grade 5 / commercial
    Process
    Natural / dry process
    Typical varieties
    Ethiopian landraces / heirloom selections
    Screen size
    Typically 14+; predominantly mid-size screens depending on lot
    Moisture
    Typically 10–12%
    Defect reference
    Traditionally around 46–86 defects per 350 g under widely used Ethiopian trade references; exporter grading may vary
    Quality position
    Commercial / volume blending
    Cup profile
    Earthy sweetness, mild fruit, cocoa/spice character and a heavy body. Cup character and cleanliness vary materially by lot, so pre-shipment cupping is recommended.
    Best suited for
    Commercial blends, traditional coffee, darker roasting, institutional / volume buyers and price-sensitive roasting programs.
    Packing
    Typically 60 kg jute bags; GrainPro / hermetic liner available. Approx. 320 × 60 kg bags = 19.2 MT per 20 ft FCL as a common export reference.

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