Natural Process

Natural Processing in Coffee

Natural “dry” processing is a traditional processing method that enhances the inherent flavors of coffee beans. In this approach, coffee cherries are dried whole without water or machines.

The process begins with carefully picking the cherries, which are then floated in water to remove defects. After sorting, the cherries are laid out on patios or raised beds to promote airflow and even drying. Producers diligently rake and turn the cherries throughout the day to prevent spoilage. This meticulous process typically takes two to six weeks. Once dried, the cherries are hulled, dry milled and prepared for shipment.

Roasters love Natural Process coffees for their vibrant flavors, intensely fruit-forward notes and complex sweetness. Roasters are often on the look out for “fruit-bombs” and blueberry notes.

Enjoy our selection of Natural Process coffees and discover how this time-honored technique continues to captivate the coffee world.

9 Coffees

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Brazil Chapada de Minas Natural 14/16 2025
$5.78/lb$375.70/65lb box
Dark Chocolate, Granola, Roasted Peanuts
Cup Score: 82.38
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Brazil Cerrado Natural 17/18 2025
$5.97/lb$388.05/65lb box
Bakers Chocolate, Brown Sugar, Dried Plum, Walnut
Cup Score: 83.75

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Brazil Salmo Plus Natural 2/3 Scr 16+ SSFC 2025
$5.85/lb$380.25/65lb box
Milk Chocolate, Raisin, Cane Sugar, Roasted Peanuts
Cup Score: 83.75
Ethiopia Organic Yirgacheffe Chelchele G2 Natural 2024
$7.20/lb$468/65lb box
Blueberry, Milk Chocolate, Vanilla, Black Tea
Cup Score: 85.5

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Ethiopia Sidama G4 Natural 2024
$6.15/lb$399.75/65lb box
Strawberry, Star Fruit, Cane Sugar, Floral, Green Tea
Cup Score: 84.75
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Ethiopia Guji Shakiso Samana G2 Natural 2024
$6.62/lb$430.30/65lb box
Mango, Berry, Lychee, Brown Sugar, Tea Rose
Cup Score: 85.75

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Ethiopia Sidama Organic Worku Buche G1 Natural 2024
$7.57/lb$492.05/65lb box
Lychee, Pomegranate, Brown Spice, Chocolate, Cane Sugar, Hibiscus
Cup Score: 85.75
Mexico Nayarit Natural Anaerobic Dragon SHG/EP 2024
$7.00/lb$455/65lb box
Brown Spice, Hibiscus, Papaya, Cane Sugar
Cup Score: 83
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Tanzania Mbeya Mwangoka Farm Natural 2025
$6.87/lb$446.55/65lb box
Strawberry, White Grape, Orange, Cane Sugar, Tea-like
Cup Score: 85.75

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