Central america

Pulped natural and honey processes

Pulped natural and honey processes

This topic explains the pulped natural and honey processing methods—hybrids of washed and natural approaches—highlighting their steps, flavor outcomes, and significance in specialty coffee.

Washed (wet) processing fundamentals

Washed (wet) processing fundamentals

This topic explains the fundamentals of washed (wet) coffee processing, covering the main steps, advantages, challenges, and sensory outcomes of this widely used method.

Harvest seasons by country

Harvest seasons by country

This topic explains the timing of coffee harvest seasons around the world, how they differ by hemisphere and region, and why harvest periods matter for freshness, supply, and global trade.

Regional flavor profiles by continent

Regional flavor profiles by continent

This topic explores the characteristic flavor profiles of coffees from different continents, showing how terroir, cultivars, and processing methods shape sensory identities across regions.

Soil types and fertility management

Soil types and fertility management

This topic explores the main soil types suitable for coffee cultivation, how soil fertility influences plant health and cup quality, and the management practices farmers use to sustain productive soils.

Rainfall patterns and dry seasons

Rainfall patterns and dry seasons

This topic explores how rainfall distribution and dry seasons affect coffee flowering, fruit development, and harvest cycles, and why water availability is critical to both yield and quality.