Excelso coffee during the washing and drying stage

Stage 04

Washing and drying

After fermentation, the coffee is washed with clean water to remove any remaining mucilage, then spread by hand on the patio under direct sun. It's turned periodically for even drying, and gathered before evening or night moisture sets in.

Drying
Sun patio, 8 to 12 days
Final moisture
10% – 11%
Turning
By hand, several times a day

Why it matters

Slow, even drying protects the sugars that give the coffee body and sweetness.

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