Unlocking the Secrets of Exceptional Coffee: The Natcha Process

At Natcha Coffee, every cup tells a story—a story of dedication, innovation, and passion for perfection. From the highlands of West Java to your cup, our process combines tradition and science to deliver an unparalleled coffee experience. Let’s take you behind the scenes to reveal what makes Natcha Coffee truly exceptional.

The Natcha Coffee Difference: Highest Brix, Handpicked Perfection

Our journey begins with the red coffee cherries, but not just any cherries. We meticulously handpick only those with the highest Brix levels, a measure of sugar content that indicates peak ripeness. This ensures that every bean is packed with the natural sugars and nutrients needed to create complex, sweet, and vibrant flavors.

Our farmers carefully inspect and select each cherry by hand, ensuring only the ripest and highest-quality cherries proceed. This commitment to quality is the foundation of everything we do.

From Farm to Cup: A Step-by-Step Guide

Once the highest Brix cherries are selected, they undergo our meticulous crafting process:

1. Sortation Pool:

Cherries are sorted in a pool to remove floaters, ensuring only the densest, highest-quality cherries move forward.

2. Thermal Shock:

The cherries then undergo thermal shock, spending 6 hours in a drying dome at 65°C. This locks in natural sugars and prepares them for fermentation.

3. Rehydration & Yeast Infusion:

After thermal shock, the cherries are rehydrated and infused with carefully selected yeast, enhancing their natural origin notes.

4. Carbonic Maceration:

Pulped cherries, along with their parchment and cascara, enter carbonic maceration tanks. Here, we introduce red wine yeast and inject CO₂ every 3 hours for 36 hours, creating a unique environment that develops the coffee’s signature vibrant and fruity notes.

5. Wet Hulling and Drying:

Once fermentation is complete, the beans are wet-hulled to remove their parchment and dried in our dome at 45°C until they reach 13% moisture content.

6. Precision Sorting:

Beans pass through a **gravity sorter** to eliminate low-density beans, followed by a color sorted to remove any black or defective beans. Finally, each bean is hand-picked for perfection.

The Science Behind Carbonic Maceration

At the heart of Natcha Coffee’s distinct flavor is our carbonic maceration process. By carefully controlling temperature, time, and CO₂ levels, and introducing red wine yeast, we unlock new dimensions of flavor. This scientific approach preserves the bean’s natural sugars and enhances fruity, wine-like notes, creating a truly memorable coffee experience.

Sustainability at the Core

Sustainability is woven into every aspect of our process. From educating local farmers and adopting energy-efficient practices to ensuring fair wages, Natcha Coffee is committed to making a positive impact on the environment and the communities we work with. By choosing Natcha, you’re not just enjoying great coffee—you’re supporting sustainable practices that benefit everyone.

Why Natcha Coffee Stands Out

With a **Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) score of 90+** and recognition from top roasters worldwide, Natcha Coffee has earned its place among the best. Our unique combination of scientific precision, artisanal care, and sustainability makes every cup an extraordinary experience.

Brewing the Perfect Cup

From pour-over to espresso, Natcha Coffee shines in every brewing method. Each preparation method reveals different layers of its complex flavor profile, from fruity undertones to a velvety body. Check out our brewing guides for tips on getting the most out of your beans.

Explore Our Range

From single-origin selections to experimental blends, Natcha Coffee offers something for every coffee enthusiast. Be sure to explore our limited-edition releases and collaborations, where we push the boundaries of coffee innovation.

A Community Built Around Coffee

At Natcha Coffee, we’re more than just a brand; we’re a community. From our farmers and roasters to our loyal customers, everyone plays a vital role in our journey. Join us at cupping sessions, festivals, and workshops to learn more about the craft and connect with fellow coffee lovers.

Ready to Taste the Difference?

Explore our collection and experience the journey from cherry to cup. With Natcha Coffee, every sip is a celebration of quality, sustainability, and innovation. Let’s brew something extraordinary together.

Discover the world of Natcha Coffee today.