Dionatan Almeida

About

Dionatan Almeida is a 29-year-old Brazilian coffee expert from Três Pontas, Minas Gerais, known for his exceptional sensory skills. He is the first Brazilian to win the World Cup Tasters Championship, achieving this title in 2024. Dionatan's journey in coffee began at the age of 16 when he started working on coffee farms. He later developed his skills in coffee tasting and quality control, becoming a key figure at the Caxambu and Aracaçu farms. Dionatan's success is attributed to his dedication and extensive experience in coffee tasting. He was previously the Brazilian Cup Taster Champion, which qualified him for the international competition. His win in the World Cup Tasters Championship highlights Brazil's rich coffee culture and elevates its reputation in the global coffee industry. Dionatan plans to use his platform to promote Brazilian specialty coffees and provide training in coffee tasting.