Natural Process

Natural processed coffee is dried with the fruit intact for bold, fruity flavours.

Definition: Whole cherries are sun-dried before bean extraction.

Flavour profile: Sweet, fruity, wine-like, sometimes funky.

Risk factor: Requires careful drying to avoid defects.

Body: Often heavier and syrupy.

Regional use: Common in Ethiopia and Brazil.

Why it matters: Creates expressive, distinctive coffees.

Related terms: Washed Process, Honey Process, Coffee Cherry, Terroir, Specialty Coffee.