Specialty coffee has the wine industry to thank for its influence on processing
On the surface, it may seem like the coffee and wine industries have little in common. But if we dig a little deeper, we quickly...
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Specialty coffee has the wine industry to thank for its influence on processing
On the surface, it may seem like the coffee and wine industries have little in common. But if we dig a little deeper, we quickly find that both coffee and wine producers use a shared terminology and set of farming practices. In fact, when it comes to processing methods in particular, it doesn’t take long to realise just how much specialty coffee producers draw inspiration from winemaking. We’re seeing the… read more
On the surface, it may seem like the coffee and wine industries have little in common. But if we dig a little deeper, we quickly find that both coffee and wine producers use a shared terminology and set of farming… read more
Infused vs. co-fermented coffee: Is there a difference?
Specialty coffee’s obsession with experimental processing methods is hard to ignore. Over the past few years, the presence of more uniquely processed coffees has grown...
How do we really define experimental processing?
Post-harvest processing is one of the most important steps in the coffee supply chain. Not only do these practices preserve (or improve) coffee quality, they...
Are more coffee producers starting to diversify their processing methods?
The washed process is by far one of the most popular in specialty coffee. By removing all the fruit, skin, and mucilage from the beans,...
Lactic fermentation: What roasters need to know
For some coffee producers, experimental processing methods are a useful way to elevate coffee flavour and quality. At the same time, more roasters and consumers...
Why is it becoming more difficult for producers to differentiate their coffee?
In recent years, producers have been creating and implementing more diverse experimental processing methods to stand out in the specialty coffee market. As a result,...
Are natural processed coffees the best choice for espresso?
Washed, natural, honey, anaerobic fermentation, carbonic maceration. Now more than ever, there is a more diverse range of processing methods in the specialty coffee sector....
How can specialty coffee producers use coffee flowers?
On farms across the Bean Belt, the emergence of white, fragrant flowers is a key stage in the life cycle process of coffee plants. By...
Is there a difference between infused and flavoured specialty coffee?
There’s no doubt that experimental processing methods have changed the trajectory of specialty coffee. Traditionally, coffee is processed using washed, natural, and honey processing methods....
How can controlled fermentation processing methods enhance coffee flavour and quality?
In the specialty coffee industry, it’s no understatement that experimentally processed coffees have become increasingly popular in recent years. More and more producers are using...
Exploring trends in experimental coffee processing
When it comes to coffee production, processing is one of the most important steps. As well as being key for preserving quality, processing can also...
How are Kenyan coffee washing stations operated?
Processing is one of the most important stages in the coffee supply chain. There are a number of ways to process coffee, and each method...
Exploring the micro mill model in the coffee sector
Milling is one of the most important post-harvest steps in coffee production. It involves removing the various layers of the cherry to remove the seeds....
What is koji fermented coffee?
Processing is a stage in coffee production which is necessary to prepare the beans for roasting, as well as having a significant impact on coffee...
How can processing be used to improve the quality of commodity robusta coffee?
Robusta accounts for between 30 and 40% of global coffee exports, yet in major consuming markets, it is predominantly used in blends and soluble coffee....
Coffee processing in East Africa: A guide
East Africa produces some of the world’s best coffee. This is for a number of reasons, including the region’s unique climate and geography. But what...