Anaerobic Natural
Also known as: Anaerobic Fermentation - Natural
How It Works
- 1 Harvest ripe cherries
- 2 Place whole cherries in sealed tanks
- 3 Ferment without oxygen (24-200+ hours)
- 4 Monitor pH, temperature, pressure
- 5 Remove cherries and dry whole
- 6 Hull after drying
Flavor Impact
Intense, complex, funky. Wine-like, tropical fruit, sometimes boozy or fermenty. Very distinctive.
Water Usage
Low
Common Regions
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Ethiopia
- Experimental farms worldwide
Advantages
- Unique flavors
- Controlled fermentation
- Experimental potential
Challenges
- Requires equipment
- Technical knowledge needed
- Risk of over-fermentation
- Polarizing flavors