The Wall - Decaf - Colombia Proyecto Berruecos

Varietal: Proyecto Berruecos, Colombia

Process: Washed Decaf EA

MASL: 1,800-2,100

Farm: Smallholder farms from Arboleda, Nariño.

Tasting notes: caramel, dried fruit, dates

The coffee from Arboleda is renowned for its unique flavor profiles, often described as having bright acidity, floral notes, and a balanced body. The area’s coffee is typically grown at elevations ranging from 1,500 to 2,200 meters above sea level, which contributes to the slow maturation of the coffee cherries, enhancing their flavor complexity.

EA Decaf Process

The decaffeination process takes place at the Descafecol in Colombia. EA

decaffeination is a method that uses ethyl acetate, a naturally occurring compound

found in fruits like apples, to decaffeinate coffee beans. In this process, the beans

are soaked in ethyl acetate, which binds to the caffeine molecules and helps remove

them. This method is often considered gentler on the beans and is sometimes called

the "natural" decaffeination process because ethyl acetate is a naturally derived

substance. Therefore, "washed decaf EA" coffee refers to beans that have

undergone the washed processing method and then been decaffeinated using the

ethyl acetate process. This combination results in a decaffeinated coffee that

retains much of its original flavour profile, with a clean, bright taste.