08/11/2025
After the coffee cherries are handpicked, they’re spread out under the sun to dry.
This step is very important — it decides how your coffee will finally taste.
During drying, the goal is to remove just the right amount of moisture from the beans.
If they dry too fast, the outer layer hardens and traps moisture inside — that can spoil the beans.
If they dry too slow, they can start to ferment or lose their natural flavor.
So, every few hours, the beans are turned and checked.
Farmers watch the weather, the sunlight, and even the feel of the beans by hand.
When they reach the perfect balance — firm but not brittle — they’re moved for hulling and roasting.
That’s why timing is everything in coffee drying.
It’s not just about heat or sunlight — it’s about patience, attention, and generations of experience.
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