Origin: Jericó, Antioquia, Colombia

Producers: Community Blend by Smallholder producers in Jericó.

Process: EA Sugarcane Decaf

Varieties: Blend

Elevation: 1900-2000 masl

Importer: Catalogue

Roast: Medium

Notes: Cherry, Brownie, Almond, Milk Chocolate

Transparency: We paid Catalogue Coffee  $8.10CAD/lb green coffee + shipping.

A new Decaf from our friends at Catalogue Coffee. This is a separated & decaffeinated lot of their Madre Laura community blend. Focusing on sourcing coffees from smallholder producers around the township of Jericó, in the Antioquia department.

This lot is taken to DESCAFECOL, where majority of Colombia's EA decaffeination happens. EA sugarcane processing takes a naturally derived compound(Ethyl Acetate) from locally fermented sugarcane, making it a clean and sustainable decaf process.

The process is actually really interesting. A key aspect of the sugarcane decaf process is that the ethyl acetate used is derived from fermented sugarcane molasses, making it a naturally occurring compound. This is a significant advantage over some other solvent-based methods that use synthetic chemicals like methylene chloride, which can raise consumer concerns about residues. Ethyl acetate is naturally found in many fruits, vegetables, and even in fermented products like wine and beer

The process involves steaming the green coffee beans to open their pores, soaking them in the EA solution to extract caffeine, and then thoroughly rinsing and steaming the beans again at a higher temperature. This final steaming step ensures that any residual ethyl acetate evaporates completely, as EA has a relatively low boiling point. By the time the coffee reaches the consumer, it is virtually free of EA. Reputable processors also adhere to strict standards (e.g., FDA regulations) regarding allowable trace amounts.

I also find that EA processing does a good job at leaving much of the coffee's inherent flavours intact, and can impart a nice sweetness to the cup, which we always like!

This coffee is perfect for brew or espresso, we hope it brings you nice cozy vibes~