Lot 1c: 1 Box NIRVANA, 1 Box SYMBIOSIS, 1 Box INTERSTELLAR

NIRVANA (1x15kg bag) – This coffee is new for 2020 and next level in anaerobic fermentation. Whole, very ripe Geisha cherries are deposited in hermetic tanks for extended periods exceeding 100 hrs in cool ambient temperatures. Nitrogen is periodically infused into the tanks to remove any residual oxygen. Internal, and external temperatures as well as PH are monitored several times a day to ensure consistency. Cherries are then slowly and consistently dried on raised African beds for up to 30 days.

SYMBIOSIS (1x15kg bag) – Fully ripe Geisha cherries are placed inside hermetically sealed tanks for extended periods exceeding 100 hrs. The natural off gassing of C02 is permitted to slowly force any residual oxygen from the tank. This non-infusion approach to fermentation provides the cherries more time in the early stages to rapidly ferment. It is a more aggressive approach to controlled fermentation and a more robust, ripe fruit tone to the coffee is created while still maintaining variety and terroir at the forefront of this composition. During this process, PH, internal and external temperatures are monitored several times per day.

INTERSTELLAR (1x15kg bag) – This coffee is multi-variable, incorporating several advanced techniques for the first time. It is an extended duration, experimental yeast composition combined with anaerobic properties making it one of the most technical compositions for 2020. Ultra-ripe, whole cherries are deposited inside stainless steel tanks and a yeast inoculation added. The cherries marinate in the yeast bath for more than 150 hours giving the yeast time to consume a large portion of the sugars within the fruit. During this time the coffee grains are absorbing the high fruit notes and floral aromatics qualities. The purpose of adding this yeast strain is to enhance aromatics, refine acidity, and induce more body in the cup. The cherries are then removed and carefully shade dried on raised African beds under strict parameters.