A fermentation process in which coffee cherries are fermented in sealed environments without oxygen, resulting in unique, sometimes intense flavors.
The common name for Coffea arabica which serves as the source for 60%-80% of the world’s coffee
Coffee described as "baggy" refers to how stored green coffee long-term can take on the flavors of the burlap it is stored in
A roast defect descriptor for when coffee tastes hollow, flat, or complexity falls apart as it cools
Balance
A tasting term applied to a coffee for which no single characteristic overwhelms the others, yet the coffee displays sufficient complexity to be interesting.
Barista
Italian term for a skilled, experienced espresso bar operator.
A coffee brewing method similar in process to the drip method but for larger quantities of coffee. The batch brew method uses a batch brewer ranging in capacity from 1-18 liters, making it ideal for cafes and restaurants.
Bird-friendly coffee
Coffee that is certified as grown in support of natural bird habitats and populations. This certification often goes hand-in-hand with shade-grown.
Featured Roaster
I became aware of FLUID Coffee Roasters back in January of 2020, when I was ...
A positive sensory attribute in coffee, often referring to a coffee's brightness, sparkle, or type of flavors present.
