Exhibiting at Anuga Select Brazil 2025

Company Overview

Café Quilombo is a Brazilian specialty coffee brand founded by Danilo Lessa Negrete, a social entrepreneur passionate about combining high-quality coffee production with community empowerment. The company is based in São Paulo and focuses on producing and distributing artisanal coffee while supporting the economic development of Quilombola communities—traditional Afro-Brazilian settlements. Café Quilombo's business model is built on fair trade principles, heritage preservation, and cultural storytelling through coffee.

Product and Service Offerings

Coffee Products:

• Ground Coffee:

  • Dandara Moído 250g: A tribute to Afro-Brazilian heritage, offering a bold, full-bodied flavor.
  • Tereza Moído 250g: Features smooth chocolate notes and a medium roast profile.

• Cappuccino:

  • Chica Cappuccino 150g: A blend of coffee, cocoa, and spices, providing a rich and creamy taste experience.

• Coffee Capsules:

  • Angola Cápsulas: Nespresso-compatible, showcasing intense flavors inspired by African coffee roots.

• Coffee Beans:

  • Congo Grãos 250g: A medium-dark roast highlighting caramel and nutty notes.
  • Moçambique Grãos 250g: A lighter roast with floral and citrus undertones.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

Café Quilombo’s core differentiation lies in its social impact mission combined with premium coffee quality:

• Community Empowerment: Partnering with over 50 Quilombola communities, Café Quilombo provides sustainable income, capacity-building programs, and market access for smallholder farmers.
• Cultural Storytelling: Each product is named after a prominent figure or place in the Afro-Brazilian heritage, blending coffee enjoyment with historical education.
• Direct Trade Model: Ensures fair pricing and transparency across the supply chain.

Financial Overview

As a privately held enterprise, detailed financial data such as annual revenue or profit margins are not publicly disclosed. However, Café Quilombo has reported consistent growth in sales, driven by partnerships with local retailers, cafes, and online distribution. In 2023, their e-commerce platform recorded a 30% year-on-year growth in direct consumer sales, reflecting strong market demand.

Shipment and Export Data

Publicly available trade data indicates that Café Quilombo primarily serves the domestic Brazilian market, with emerging international interest in markets like the USA and Europe. As of 2023:

• Estimated annual shipments: 15,000 kg of coffee sold domestically.
• International inquiries: Active negotiations with distributors in Portugal and the United States.

Target Market

Café Quilombo primarily targets:

• Conscious Consumers: Individuals who seek ethically sourced, high-quality coffee.
• Cafés and Restaurants: Establishments seeking unique, culturally relevant coffee options.
• Corporate Clients: Businesses supporting diversity and inclusion through their supply chains.
• Educational Institutions and NGOs: Partnerships for cultural events and workshops.

Operational Capabilities

Café Quilombo demonstrates robust operational capabilities through:

• Small-Batch Roasting Facility: Ensures quality control and customization for various roast profiles.
• E-commerce Platform: Facilitates nationwide sales and international shipping inquiries.
• Community Network: Strong supply chain rooted in 50+ Quilombola communities across Brazil.
• Logistics Partnerships: Collaborations with local and national carriers for efficient delivery.

Certifications and Compliance

• Fair Trade Certification: Ongoing partnership with fair trade organizations for certification.
• Environmental Compliance: Practices sustainable farming and waste reduction at production facilities.
• Cultural Heritage Protection: Recognized by local organizations for preserving Afro-Brazilian culture through commerce.

Customer Testimonials

• “Café Quilombo offers more than coffee; it’s a sip of history and community. Every cup is a connection to the roots of Brazil.” – Marina Silva, São Paulo.
• “As a café owner, I value suppliers who care about quality and ethics. Café Quilombo has been a standout partner.” – João Pedro Martins, Rio de Janeiro.

Major Achievements

• Recognition as a Social Impact Business: Featured in multiple Brazilian media outlets for community engagement.
• Product Expansion: Launched new product lines, including flavored cappuccinos and limited-edition heritage blends.
• Cultural Events Participation: Regularly participates in cultural fairs, educational events, and coffee expos across Brazil.
• Impact Milestone: Over 100 families from Quilombola communities supported through fair trade initiatives.