Washed Coffee: Clean, Bright, and Beautiful

Ever wondered why Salt & Cheeni coffee tastes so crisp and vibrant? The secret is  the washed (or wet) process.

Step 1: Harvest – Only ripe cherries are handpicked for quality.

Step 2: Pulping – The outer fruit is removed, leaving the sticky mucilage. 

Step 3: Fermentation – Cherries rest in water tanks, where natural enzymes break down the mucilage.

Step 4: Washing – Beans are rinsed clean, leaving only the seed.

Step 5: Drying – The beans are sun-dried on patios or raised beds until they reach the perfect moisture level.

Why it matters:

The washed process highlights the true character of the bean such as variety, and altitude.  It’s the method of choice for many specialty coffee producers who want their beans’ natural flavors to shine.

Choosing washed coffee means supporting farmers who invest extra care and resources into producing a clean, consistent, and expressive cup.