The Subtle Art of Drying: How Post-Processing Methods Shape Coffee's Future
Drying methods significantly impact coffee bean shelf life and flavor stability by influencing moisture content and chemical composition.
Drying methods significantly impact coffee bean shelf life and flavor stability by influencing moisture content and chemical composition.
Understanding coffee processing—from fermentation to drying—reveals how certain methods create beans more forgiving for casual home brewing.
The journey of coffee from a cherry on a branch to a fragrant cup in your hands is a complex one, involving meticulous processing and, crucially, thoughtful storage.