Alkaloids: caffeine and trigonelline
This topic explains the main alkaloids in green coffee—caffeine and trigonelline—their roles in plant defense, human perception, and how they transform during roasting.
Smoky flavors
Solar vs mechanical drying trade-offs
This topic explains the trade-offs between solar and mechanical drying methods for coffee, highlighting differences in cost, quality, consistency, and environmental impact.
Common defects and remediation
This topic explains the common defects that occur in honey and pulped natural coffee processing, why they happen, and the practical remediation steps farmers can take to minimize losses.
Raised beds vs patios vs mechanical dryers
This topic explains the three main drying methods in natural coffee processing—raised beds, patios, and mechanical dryers—comparing their processes, advantages, challenges, and impacts on flavor quality.
Post-wash drying protocols
This topic explains the drying protocols after washed processing, covering methods, target moisture levels, quality impacts, and best practices for ensuring stable, defect-free green coffee.