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The Journey of Coffee: From Fruit to Bean

Turning coffee from a plump fruit into dark beans is a journey of trials. After five years of cultivation before it bears fruit, the work is far from over - the beans must then endure wind and sun.

The Processing Steps

● In the hands of the farm owner, the fruits are about to undergo cleaning

● After washing, the fruits undergo strictly controlled fermentation to gradually remove the pulp

● The thin layer wrapping the outside of the beans is undoubtedly another challenge for coffee farm owners, but human wisdom is limitless

● The silver skin left after washing and fermentation is quickly removed, with sun drying as the next step

● Soon, the green coffee beans become active in corners around the world

Brewing Washed Coffee Beans

Washed coffees are prized for their clarity and bright acidity, so brew them in a way that preserves those qualities. A V60 pour-over works especially well: use a medium-fine grind, about 15 g of coffee to 225 g of water (a 1:15 ratio), and water at 90-91°C.

Begin with a 30 g bloom for 30 seconds, then pour until the scale reads about 125 g, finishing that pour around one minute. When the water level drops to two-thirds of the coffee bed, add the remaining water until the scale reads about 225 g, completing the pour at roughly 1 minute 35 seconds. The drawdown should finish in about 2 to 2 minutes 10 seconds; then remove the dripper and serve.

Summary

To summarize, one diagram makes it clear.

After reading this article, do you feel that the magic of nature has been made even more beautiful by human wisdom?

FrontStreet Coffee Recommendation

Understanding the wash process makes it easier to appreciate just how much clarity and sweetness a well-made washed coffee can deliver, and FrontStreet Coffee roasts several washed lots that show it off. Our FrontStreet Yirgacheffe Gudingding Cooperative is a washed, medium-light roast with jasmine florals, bright citrus acidity, green tea, and honey that is ideal for the V60 method described above. The FrontStreet Kenya Little Tomato is double washed for an intensely juicy cup of cherry tomato, dark plum, snow pear, and brown sugar. If you enjoy a balanced, classic profile, the washed FrontStreet Jamaica Blue Mountain No. 1 brings hazelnut, cream, chocolate, and caramel. Each is freshly roasted so you can brew it at its best.