Velho Camino, Brazil

The Origin Story

Fazenda Pinhal is led by siblings Pedro and Mariana Gabarra, sixth generation coffee growers in Brazil’s Sul de Minas region. Known for their pioneering sustainability, they blend heritage with modern ecological practices — including a wildlife rehabilitation initiative called the Wings Project.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Sul de Minas at around 1,000 meters, their farm benefits from rich mineral soils and a mild climate. These conditions support Mundo Novo varietals and nurture biodiversity across protected forest corridors.

The Gabarra family manages their farm with a carbon negative approach, hand selecting harvests and ensuring traceability from tree to cup. Their dedication to environmental stewardship has made Fazenda Pinhal one of Brazil’s most progressive coffee estates.

Brew Recipes

Velho Camino precision cups:

18g in • 36g out • fine grind • 26–30 s extraction for rich chocolate-caramel shot

16g coffee • 200g water just off boil • medium‑fine grind • 10g water 5s bloom, then 190g water stir 5s • 30s slow press at 1:30 until hiss

16g coffee • 110g water • medium-fine grind • remove at first gurgle for sweet chocolate-hazelnut finish

30g coffee • 480g water • coarse grind • 4 min steep • break crust and skim for rich, rounded body

20g coffee • 320g water • medium grind • 45 s bloom • total brew ~2:45 for balanced caramel sweetness

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TASTY REVIEWS

Gary W

Velho Camino - 250g / Wholebean

Just the smell when I opened the bag had me drooling, and the finished cup was the most delicious coffee I have had in years, and certainly the best I've ever made at home.

Chris L

Roam + Rust - 250g / Wholebean

Only had my first cup and it defo lived up to the hype! Will be trying more soon. Fast delivery too. Thanks guys!

Zoia S

Vale Roam - 250g / Filter

I'm on my second single origin purchase now and they have both been delicious. Aeropress grind has been spot on, but I will probably get whole beans next so I have more options in grinding myself. Overall, amazing coffee, quick delivery and I can highly recommend.