NL Inacio Soares F2
| Price per 1kg. |
€ 41,42 |
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| Price updated: |
4th Oct 2025 |
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Door te kiezen voor een verpakking van 1000 gram (1 kg) |
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Beans Parameters
Caffeine: With caffeine
Altitudes: Low altitude.
Additional
Inacio Soares F2 comes from Fazenda JS in Mata de Minas. The cherries are handpicked and Manhattan Coffee Roasters roasts light to medium to preserve the subtle flavors. Expect white flowers, honey, praline and milk chocolate, with low acidity and a creamy body. The coffee is fermented anaerobically using the honey process, which adds extra sweetness and layered aromas. Thanks to direct trade the farmer receives a fair price and invests in the community. Suitable for espresso and filter, ideal for those seeking a mild and balanced specialty coffee.
More About Inacio Soares F2
Origin and farm
- The Inacio Soares F2 comes from Brazil, from the family farm Fazenda Jairo Soares (Fazenda JS) in Mata de Minas.
- The plantation is located in the São Sebastião do Anta region, Mata de Minas, at about 880 meters altitude.
- Inácio Soares is the young owner and farmer, who took over the farm from his father and focused on specialty coffee.
- On this small-scale farm much work is done by hand; there are no mechanical harvesters, so each cherry is picked with care.
- By prioritizing quality over quantity, Inácio has increased the community's income and greatly improved the quality of the coffee.
Roast profile
- Manhattan Coffee Roasters applies a relatively light roast (light to medium) for this coffee to preserve the subtle flavors.
- The coffee is available for both filter and espresso preparation.
- A light roast highlights floral and sweet notes in the cup.
- For an espresso variant it is roasted darker, while the filter variant stays slightly lighter to showcase complexity.
- Manhattan is known for a gentler roasting style, resulting in a mild flavor while retaining character.
Flavor and aroma
- This coffee has notably floral aromas: primarily white flowers and light honey notes.
- In addition, sweet praline notes and chocolate come through prominently, similar to milk chocolate.
- The flavor is pleasantly mild with a creamy, soft body and a smooth mouthfeel.
- The acidity is low, resulting in a mild and balanced taste.
- Because of the long fermentation (honey process), there is a subtle fruity and rich depth of flavor.
Processing Method
- The coffee was processed using an *anaerobic honey process*.
- After picking, the cherries are pulped (skin removed) but continue fermenting with the pulpy layer (the honey layer) without oxygen.
- This anaerobic fermentation takes place in sealed tanks, which promotes the development of complex aromas.
- The extended fermentation process provides extra sweetness and fruity nuances to the coffee.
- The result is a rich, layered flavor that enhances the floral and praline-like notes.
Variety and species
- Gecuip is 100% Arabica coffee from the varieties Red Catuai and Yellow Catuai.
- Catuai is a hybrid of well-known Brazilian coffee plants that is widely cultivated because of its good yield and flavor profile.
- The term "F2" refers to the F2-generation breeding (second filial generation) of these plants, which leads to unique flavor characteristics.
- These varieties are known for their balance: they deliver both sweet and floral flavors.
- That makes Inacio Soares F2 typically a pure Arabica, without any Robusta admixture.
Sustainability and ethics
- Manhattan Coffee Roasters purchases this coffee directly from Inácio (direct trade), without intermediaries.
- This ensures the grower receives a fair price and reinvests it in the farm and community.
- Through manual harvesting, Inácio works together with local pickers, which creates jobs and improves quality.
- No chemicals are used on the farm; the focus is on natural soil management and careful processing.
- Inácio believes that investing in the farm and the community leads to improved living conditions and more sustainable agriculture.
Brewing Recommendations
- Inacio Soares F2 is versatile: suitable for espresso and filter coffee.
- Ideal for an espresso machine or moka pot; use a fine grind and a ratio of about 1:2 (for example 18 g of coffee for ~36 g of espresso).
- Also enjoyable as filter coffee (e.g., with V60, Chemex or AeroPress); aim for a ratio around 1:16 to 1:17.
- Manhattan recommends grinding medium-fine for filter coffee, which brings out the floral and sweet notes.
- Experiment with brewing methods: AeroPress, Chemex, V60 and French press work very well with this milky and complex coffee.
Prices and reviews
- This Inacio Soares F2 is a *specialty coffee*; cuppers scored it 86/100 points.
- A score of 86 is considered excellent quality within the specialty class.
- On coffee websites customers rate this coffee an average of 3.7 out of 5 stars (13 reviews).
- Visitors especially praise the floral and sweet flavors, although some note that the new batch is slightly less pronounced.
- As far as is known, there are no major awards for this coffee, but the high cupping score highlights its quality.
Packaging design
- The coffee is sold in a modernly designed bag featuring the Manhattan logo.
- The label has a striking turquoise/green color with gold accents and text in white and black.
- The front lists origin (Mata de Minas, Brazil), variety, process and the weight.
- This image shows the 250g filter version; the back lists roast level and tasting notes.
- In addition to 250g, a 1kg pack is also available, for both filter and espresso roast.
Availability and price
- Inacio Soares F2 is available through Manhattan Coffee Roasters and selected webshops.
- Available in 250g or 1kg bags.
- The price is around €11.45 for 250g and €41.42 for 1kg.
- Due to limited harvest and popularity, it can sometimes sell out quickly.
- It is regularly available in Europe from specialty coffee sellers (e.g. Coffeedesk in Poland, Roast in the Netherlands).
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