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1 2 0 1 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS NEWS ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… .Pg 2 Workhorse coffees ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… .Pg 3- 12 Microlots and Exclusives ……………………………………………………………………………………………… .Pg 13-16

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

NEWS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……….Pg 2

Workhorse coffees………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……….Pg 3- 12

Microlots and Exclusives………………………………………………………………… …………………………….Pg 13-16

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- Peru Organic

- Colombia Nueva Granada

- Uganda Bugisu A

- COLOMBIA LA HERRERA

- ETHIOPIA DJIMMA G5

MICROLOTS & EXCLUSIVES

• India Monsoon Malabar

• Don Pepe Geisha

• Colombia Piedras De Afiliar

GOLDEN BEAN PREPARATION:

DATE: Join us for a cupping on September 17 6pm to taste some of the

worlds most incredible coffees! Contact [email protected] to book a spot.

ICT & World Coffee research:

ICT is joining the ‘Checkoff’ programme that contributes towards

research into new hybrid varieties. These new hybrids are resilient to

diseases and climate shifts, promising sustainable futures for

producers

ARRIVING SOON! - Peru HB 1

- Brazil Andressa

- India Robusta Cherry AB

- Honduras Blanca Flor

- Colombia Maria del Carmen

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This Is one of the Finest Decaf coffees we were ever able to source. A real stable and reliable coffee.

Exclusive to International Coffee Traders!

Current

Caturra,Catua i

Serrano

1750 m.a.s.l

10.7%

16/17

Washed

Earthy, rich fragrance, rich

cocao and light herbal qualities.

Cuba Serrano/ Sierra Maestra, Central Region / 6 0 kg

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Traditionally processed from the best mountains’ plantations. Cultivated under shade. Exclusive to International Coffee Traders!

Current

Arabica

Specialty

1100-1200 m.a.s.l

11.3%

16+

Mountain Water Decaf

Refreshing and vibrant, soft

citrus,caramel and sweet limes.

Mexico Decaf/Huatusco/ 69kg Grainpro

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This Is one of the Finest examples of the classic Costa Rican Profiles.

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This years harvest from Honduras has been exceptional. The coffee quality is through the roof with great consistency and a juicy profile.

Current

Catua i /Arabica

Specialty

1450 m.a.s.l

11.4%

16+

Washed

Sweet like honey with a clean, vibrant citrus and fruit notes, caramel and slight herbal quality.

CROP

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Honduras/Intibuca SHG/ 69kg

Costa Rica San Jorge/ Lot 5-0066-0031/Brunca/ 69kg

CROP

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2018/2019

Caturra, Catua i

SHB European Prep

1200-1400 m.a.s.l

11.2%

16+

Washed

Cherry and dried fruit, chocolate and

overall well rounded cup.

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This years harvest from Nicaragua is really showing itself to be a solid performer bringing really great body, some interesting cup notes and a well rounded profile.

This is a solid performer bringing classic Brazil profile notes and some interesting cup notes as well as a well rounded profile.

2018/2019

Caturra and bourbon

SHG EP

1200 m.a.s.l

11%

16+

Washed

Chocolatey and sweet like raisin with

a clean aftertaste

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Nicaragua SHG EP / 69kg

2018/2019

Caturra and Bourbon

NY2/3 SSGC

1200 m.a.s.l

11.3%

17/18

Natural

Classic Brazil profile- Chocolate, nuts

and a soft acidity!

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Brazil Natural/ 60kg

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This is a solid performer bringing classic Brazil profile notes and some interesting cup notes as well as a well rounded profile.

2018/2019

Caturra and Cat imor

Excelso

1600- 1800 m.a.s.l

11.3%

16+

washed

Fragrance of blackberry, followed by flavours of citrus and sweet cherry. Bright, clean acidity

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This coffee grows in the rich soil of the deeply admired Huila region. The coffee producing areas of this

region of Colombia are lush with ideal rainfall, cloud cover and soil conditions that are perfect for coffee cultivation.

Colombia La Herrera/ Huila/70kg Grainpro

2018/2019

Caturra and Bourbon

NY2/3 SSGC

1200 m.a.s.l

11.3%

17/18

Natural

chocolate,nuts and loads of caramel…

just like a Snickers bar!

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Brazil ANDRESSA Natural/ 60kg

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2019

Caturra and Cat imor

HB1

1200-1400 m.a.s.l

11.4%

16+

Washed

Fragrant, with sweet chocolate and caramel

notes, Mild citrus acidity

CROP

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Peru Certified Organic/ San Martin/ 69kg Grainpro Certification :#34182

This coffee has been an ICT staple for many years. Its suits multiple uses such as single origin espresso, or great in a blend!

2019

Caturra and Bourbon

Excelso

1600- 1800 m.a.s.l

11.3%

16+

washed

Fragrance of soft fruits and caramel, followed by flavours of citrus and sweet cherry. Bright, clean acidity

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This is a fine example of Colombian coffees. The coffee producing areas of this region of Colombia are lush with ideal rainfall, cloud cover and soil conditions that are perfect for coffee cultivation.

Colombia Nueva Granada/ Huila/70kg Grainpro

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2018

Caturra and Ca tua i

HB2

1200-1400 m.a.s.l

11.4%

16+

Washed

Fragrant, with sweet chocolate and caramel

notes, mild citrus acidity

CROP

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Peru HB1/ San Martin/ 69kg Grainpro

2018

Mixed

G5

1000-1200 m.a.s.l

10.7%

15+

Natural

Chocolate, fruity and caramel notes.

Very well-rounded body.

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Ethiopia Djimma G5/ 60kg

This coffee has been an ICT staple for many years. Its well rounded profile and pleasing cup qualities make it a solid workhorse coffee.

Djimma has always been well known for producing a great range of unique coffees. This one is exceptionally good value for a solid flavour.

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2018/2019

Mixed He ir loom

G2

1800 m.a.s.l

11.8%

14+

Washed

Caramel, and chocolate on the nose, followed by

flavours of citrus, stone fruit and honey

CROP

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Ethiopia Sidamo G2/ Sidamo Region/ 60kg

2019

Mixed He ir loom

A Grade

1200 m.a.s.l

11.0%

17/18

Washed

Mild caramel, light to medium

citric acidity and a heavy body

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Uganda Mt Elgon/ 60kg Grainpro

Sidamo always presents a unique flavour profile in the cup. This particular lot punches well above its weight in terms of quality and flavour!

Uganda has come a long way in producing excellent coffees in the last five years. The Mt Elgon region in particular has produced unique and delicious coffees.

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2018

Arabica/Kent

A Grade

850 m.a.s.l

11.4%

14+

Washed

Chocolate,caramel and light fruit notes

similar to dates and prune.

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2018

Arabica/Kent

AA Grade

850 m.a.s.l

11%

17/18

Washed

Cocoa, clove and fragrant herbs

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India Mysore Arabica Plantation AA/ 60kg Grainpro

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India Mysore Arabica Plantation A/ 60kg Grainpro

India has been producing excellent workhorse coffees for many years. The flavour is incredibly stable year to year and stable in quality.

India has been producing excellent workhorse coffees for many years. The flavour is incredibly stable year to year and stable in quality.

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Arabica/Kent

AB Grade

850 m.a.s.l

9.7%

17/18

Washed/Monsooned

This unique coffee is Intensely savoury, cocoa and

earthy. Absolutely no acidity due to the ‘Monsooned’

process

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India Monsooned Malabar/ 50kg

2017

Robusta

AA Grade

850 m.a.s.l

14.5%

17/18

Monsooned

Notes of Cocoa,sweet corn with

hints of spice and pepper.

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India Monsooned Robusta/ 60Kg

India pioneered the ‘Monsooned Process’ for aging coffee and creating a wonderfully mellow flavour. The coffee has no acidity and always presents interesting flavours unique to this processing system.

India pioneered the ‘Monsooned Process’ for aging coffee and creating a wonderfully mellow flavour. The coffee has no acidity and always presents interesting flavours unique to this processing system.

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2017

Robusta

Premium Grade

800 m.a.s.l

11.8%

14+

Natural

Fragrance of malt,heavy caramel

toasted cedar

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India Robusta Parchment/ 60Kg

India has been producing excellent Robustas for many years. The flavour is incredibly stable year to year and stable in quality.

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2018

Laur ina

Specialty

1100 m.a.s.l

11.7%

14+

Semi-washed

Clean and sweet with notes of milk

chocolate,citrus and some floral notes. No

bitterness at all!

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2018

Laur ina

Specialty

1100 m.a.s.l

11.9%

14+

Natural

Clean and sweet with notes of milk

chocolate and light fruit reminiscent of

berries.

LIGHT FULL

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MICROLOTS & EXCLUSIVES

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Brazil Laurina/ Sao Gabriel/ 59kg Grainpro

SCORE

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Brazil Laurina/ Sao Gabriel/ 59kg Grainpro

SCORE

Laurina is a rare variety that grows naturally with low caffeine. It was first discovered on the island nation

of Reunion. It is also known as ‘Bourbon-Pointu’.

Laurina is a rare variety that grows naturally with low caffeine. It was first discovered on the island nation

of Reunion. It is also known as ‘Bourbon-Pointu’.

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2017/2018

Red and yel low Caturra

Specialty

1600-2000 m.a.s.l

11.6%

15+

Washed

Fragrance of flowers and fruit, citric acidity

followed by flavours of honey, lemon and

green apple

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Colombia ‘100 Anos’/ Tolima/ 35kg Grainpro

SCORE

This coffee is produced by Segundo Lasso of La Argentina

2017/2018

Caturra

Specialty

1900 m.a.s.l

11.68%

16+

Washed

Fragrance of flowers and sugar cane, followed by

flavours of berry, melon orange and tropical fruit.

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Colombia El Mirador/ Huila/ 35kg Grainpro

SCORE

‘100 Years’ was founded based on the love of family generations. The group of producers of Caturra wanted to preserve

this particular variety despite obstacles and several proposals that promoted the change of Caturra to Castillo.

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Abdias Lasso Muñoz is one of our Cup of Excellence winners. He and his family make up a coffee family in Nariño Colombia. Terra Coffee is a guide for them to improve their coffee

2017/2018

Caturra

Specialty

1850 m.a.s.l

11.8%

15+

Honey

Malt syrup and berries on the nose. Flavours come in

waves of chocolate, spices, cranberry and tropical

flowers.

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Colombia Piedras de Afiliar/Narino/ 35kg Grainpro

SCORE

2017/ 2018

Mixed He ir loom

G1

1700-2000 m.a.s.l

12%

14+

Natural

Distictly sweet and floral aromatics, the flavours are

reminiscent of juicy tropical fruit, apricot and

lavendar.

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Ethiopia Guji Natural G1/ Eastern Sidamo/ 60kg Ecotact

Ethiopia always seems to produce a wonderful array of unique flavours. This example from Guji is a stunning representation of the diversity that exists therein.

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2016

Geisha

Specialty

1400-1700 m.a.s.l

11%

16+

Natural

Stonefruit reminiscent of apricots and

strawberry sweetness, peach acidity,lingering

jasmine and a clean aftertaste.

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Panama Don Pepe Estate/ Boquette/ 20kg Cryovac bags

The “Don Pepe Estate” is located in the humid forest of Panama. Coffee has been grown in this region since 1898. This coffee is a superb example of a natural processed geisha. Don Pepe Estate has proven year on year that it can produce the highest quality geishas. They are masters of applying the natural processing methods to the coffee that results in such a unique and tantalising cup profile

2016/2017

Geisha

Specialty

1400-1700 m.a.s.l

11%

16+

Washed

Sweet and vibrant with wonderful

citric notes and hints of green apple.

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Panama Don Pepe Estate/ Boquette/ 20kg Cryovac bags

The “Don Pepe Estate” is located in the humid forest of Panama. Coffee has been grown in this region since 1898. This coffee is a superb example of a natural processed geisha. Don Pepe Estate has proven year on year that it can produce the highest quality geishas. They are masters of applying the natural processing methods to the coffee that results in such a unique and tantalising cup profile