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Aerobic fermentation

DATERRA GESHA AEROBIC

Roasted by The Barn

This limited release Gesha from Daterra features 40 hours of aerobic fermentation, resulting in sweet notes of blackcurrant and rooibos tea.

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From the roaster

Limited Release: we are sharing another Masterpiece for the festive period! From pioneering producer Daterra, in this superb coffee, the delicate character of Gesha is enhanced through 40 hours of aerobic fermentation, bringing sweet notes of blackcurrant and rooibos tea.

With just 50 bags available, order yours today!

— The Barn

Context

The Daterra Gesha Aerobic, roasted by The Barn, represents a sophisticated intersection of high-end varietal selection and controlled post-harvest innovation. The Gesha varietal is widely celebrated in the specialty coffee industry for its distinct floral aromatics and tea-like clarity, characteristics that often provide a refined structure for complex processing techniques. By utilizing aerobic fermentation, the producers at Daterra introduce a specific metabolic environment during the drying stage, which can significantly influence the final cup profile. For those interested in how such techniques alter the chemical composition of the bean, our processing methods explainer offers a deeper look into these controlled environments. When evaluating the resulting notes of blackcurrant and rooibos tea, drinkers may find it helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better categorize the nuanced acidity and herbal undertones present in this unique lot.

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Frequently asked questions

What does DATERRA GESHA AEROBIC taste like?

Expect tasting notes of blackcurrant and rooibos tea.

How is DATERRA GESHA AEROBIC processed?

DATERRA GESHA AEROBIC uses the Aerobic fermentation process.

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