Award Winning Brazil Santos
Discover Brazil Santos: The Award-Winning Heart of Acorns Coffee
Introducing Brazil Santos, our on-site star that’s taken home the prestigious Great Taste Awards in 2025— we’ve now got 4 Great Taste award winning coffee and that speaks for our small batch focus on quality coffee and our Brazil Santos exceptional flavour. We love this coffee bean and it’s why we serve it in our coffee shop in The Shed, Bordon, Hampshire.
What’s in a Name—“Santos”?
The name “Santos” isn’t a coffee varietal—it’s a nod to the port city of Santos, São Paulo, where these beans are exported from. This label has become synonymous with consistent, smooth Brazilian coffee worldwide.
Flavour That Wins Hearts
Brazil Santos beans offer a smooth, medium body, and a mellow finish. You’ll often detect notes of chocolate, hazelnut, and honey—all wrapped in a velvety crema that lingers just right. We think the nutty flavours become really pronounced when drinking a short milk based coffee like a cortado.
The Journey from Farm to Cup
Grown in regions like São Paulo and Minas Gerais, these 100% Arabica Bourbon varietals flourish at 800–1,350 meters above sea level . Most undergo natural (dry) processing, which enhances the beans’ inherent sweetness and body.
Coffee Through Time—The Santos Legacy
Dating back to the 19th century, Santos has helped fuel Brazil’s rise as the world’s largest coffee exporter. The port of Santos became a crucial export hub, shaping Brazil’s reputation in the global coffee market. Today, Brazil still accounts for roughly one-third of global coffee production. And this is where we get ours from, no large, ugly wholesaler, just direct trade coffee.
Fun Facts
- “Santos” ≠ Single Origin: It’s a trade name tied to the shipping port, not necessarily a specific farm.
- Natural Processing gives the beans a sweeter, fuller flavour compared to washed varieties.
- Perfect for Espresso & Milk Drinks: The smooth sweetness and low acidity make Brazil Santos an ideal base for milk-based drinks like lattes, or as a balanced medium roast.
Final Sip—Why Brazil Santos Shines in Every Cup
Whether you love a classic espresso or a gentle pour-over, Brazil Santos is the foundation of every comforting cup. Its award-winning balance of sweetness, smoothness, and gentle acidity makes it a crowd-pleaser—no matter how you brew it.