Chapada Diamantina

The Chapada Diamantina mountains rise above the vast arid lands of central Bahia, creating a cool microclimate with high rainfall and mineral-rich soils — ideal conditions for producing bright, clean, and complex coffees. As a result, this is one of the most distinctive cups in our regional lineup.

The Chapada Diamantina Region

The name means “Diamond Plateau,” a nod to the gems once mined among these peaks. Today, the treasure is what grows there. Waterfalls and dramatic mesas draw travelers here from around the world; coffee lovers have their own reason to visit. While most Brazilian coffee comes from rolling farmland, Chapada Diamantina coffee grows on high mountain plateaus, where cooler temperatures slow ripening and concentrate flavor. Meanwhile, the mineral-rich soils and generous rainfall give the cup its unusual clarity. In short, this region breaks every rule of what Brazilian coffee is supposed to taste like — in the best way.

What’s in the Cup

Expect maple sweetness and soft vanilla up front, then a twist of lime that keeps everything bright and lively. The cup is clean and complex, with a crisp acidity rare in Brazilian coffees. Consequently, this one rewards careful brewing: try it as a pour-over to showcase its clarity, or as drip for a sweeter, rounder profile. It also makes a vivid iced coffee. For filter methods, start with a 1:16 ratio and adjust to taste.

Chapada Diamantina is part of our regional blends lineup, where each coffee showcases a different corner of Brazil. Want to taste how different one country can be? The Explore Brazil Subscription delivers three 12-ounce bags each month, plus 10% off all blends and 5% off microlots. From Bahia’s bright mountain cups to the chocolate depth of Minas Gerais, the contrast is the fun part.

Available in 12oz and 5lbs bags, whole bean or freshly ground for your preferred brew method.