jammy - sweet - honey - tropical fruits
proces: natural
Region: santa rosa - frajianes
Varietal: catuai
The natural process, also known as the dry process, is a coffee processing method that involves drying the whole coffee cherries, including the pulp and the beans, in the sun or on raised beds. This method is commonly associated with certain coffee-producing regions and is known for imparting distinctive and often fruity flavors to the beans. Here is an overview of the natural process for coffee:
- Harvesting: Ripe coffee cherries are handpicked from the coffee plants.
- Drying with Berries: Instead of depulping the cherries to remove the outer skin and pulp, the entire cherries are laid out to dry. This can be done on large patios, raised beds, or the ground, allowing the sun to naturally dry the cherries.
- Fermentation: As the cherries dry, fermentation occurs within the cherries. This fermentation process, often caused by natural yeast and enzymes present in the fruit, contributes to the development of unique flavor compounds.
- Turning and Raking: During the drying process, the cherries need to be regularly turned or raked to ensure even drying and to prevent issues such as mold or over-fermentation.
- Hulling: Once the cherries are fully dried and the moisture content is reduced to the desired level, the outer skin and pulp are mechanically removed to reveal the coffee beans.
- Final Drying: After hulling, the beans undergo a final drying phase to ensure that they reach the optimal moisture content for storage and export.