coffee processing

Coffee processing transforms coffee cherries into the beans used for brewing. First, harvesters pick ripe cherries, then they remove the outer flesh through methods like wet processing (pulping and fermentation) or dry processing (drying cherries directly). The remaining beans are dried, hulled, and sorted to eliminate defects. This process influences the coffee's flavor, aroma, and quality. Once processed, the beans are roasted to develop their final taste profile, and then ground for brewing. Each step, from harvest to roasting, plays a crucial role in shaping the coffee's character.