introduction:
The flavor of your coffee starts at the farm and is shaped by the processing method.
Each fruit goes through stages after picking, and how it is handled after harvest has a significant impact on the final taste.
In this article, we explain how processing methods differ, and why it matters to you as a specialty coffee lover.
1. What does it mean to “process” coffee?
Processing is the process by which the outer pulp is removed from the coffee bean, and the bean is then dried.
There are three main ways:
- Washed
- Dried (Natural)
- Honey
2. How does each method affect the flavor?
Washed
- Flavor: Clean, clear, acidic
- Texture: Light
- Effect: Brings out the original bean flavor.
- Example: "Washable Goji" = Berry + Rose + High Clarity
✅ Suitable for lovers of precision and clarity in flavors
🔹 Dried (Natural)
- Flavor: Fruity, natural sweetness, bold flavors
- Consistency: Medium to heavy
- Effect: Stronger flavors resulting from fermentation during drying.
✅ Suitable for those who love unique and mysterious flavors
Honey
- Flavor: Balanced, smooth sweetness, hint of acidity
- Consistency: Medium
- Effect: A mixture of the purity of washed and the richness of dried.
✅ A smart choice if you want a balanced cup
3. Why does this matter to you as a consumer?
Each treatment method gives you a different experience:
- The same crop, if processed in two ways, can give two completely different flavors!
- Knowing the processing method helps you choose the right coffee for your taste.
4. Do processing methods vary by country?
Yes, some countries specialize in certain methods:
- Ethiopia: Famous for its dried fruits
- Colombia and Kenya: Washed relies
- Costa Rica: A Pioneer in Honey Therapy
✅ Conclusion:
The processing method is one of the secrets that distinguishes specialty coffee.
Every cup tells a different story...and the processing determines where it begins.
Browse our crops by processing method now, and choose the flavor that best suits your taste!