Co-ferment
Also known as: Co-fermentation, Infused Process
How It Works
- 1 Depulp cherries
- 2 Add additional ingredients (fruits, spices, yeasts)
- 3 Ferment together
- 4 Remove added ingredients
- 5 Wash and dry
Flavor Impact
Highly variable depending on additions. Can take on characteristics of added fruits/ingredients.
Water Usage
Medium
Common Regions
- Experimental farms
- Competition coffees
Advantages
- Creative flavor possibilities
- Unique profiles
Challenges
- Very experimental
- Can be gimmicky
- Purity concerns
- Consistency issues