WHAT IS WASHED COFFEE PROCESSING ?

Washed (Wet) Processing is a method known for producing clean, bright flavors in coffee by meticulously removing the fruit from the beans before drying.

In this method, coffee cherries are de-pulped, fermented to break down the mucilage, and then washed to remove any remaining fruit before being dried. This results in beans with a clear, crisp taste profile.

This process, often used in regions with abundant water resources, yields coffee with pronounced acidity, a lighter body, and nuanced, complex flavors. Washed processing highlights the intrinsic qualities of the bean itself, making it a favorite among those who prefer a clean and vibrant cup.

VARIOUS STAGES OF WASHED COFFEE PROCESSING

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    De-pulping the Cherries

    Freshly harvested coffee cherries undergo a de-pulping process to remove their outer skin. After de-pulping, what remains are the beans coated in mucilage.

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    Fermentation and Washing

    The beans are fermented in water for 12-48 hours to break down the mucilage. After fermentation, the beans are thoroughly washed to remove all traces of fruit.

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    Drying the Beans

    Clean beans are spread out on drying beds or patios, turned regularly to ensure even drying until they reach a moisture content of 10-12%.

FLAVOURS OFFERED BY WASHED PROCESSED COFFEE

During processing, the washed method preserves the coffee beans' natural acidity by thoroughly removing the fruit pulp through fermentation and washing. This meticulous process highlights the beans' inherent bright and clean flavors, resulting in the development of citrus notes such as lemon, orange, and grapefruit.

Washed coffee often exhibits floral notes due to the preservation of delicate aromatic compounds through clean and controlled processing. The combination of specific coffee varietals, favorable growing conditions, and careful roasting further enhances these floral characteristics, resulting in a cup with distinct and elegant floral aromas.

RANGE OF OUR WASHED PROCESSED COFFEE

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