{"product_id":"ea-decaf-syoum-family-guji-natural","title":"EA Decaf - Syoum Family - Guji Natural","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnique decaf from Ethiopia \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe set out to create a decaffeinated coffee we love in every aspect, offering all the Paso Paso promises - just without caffeine. For this special project we selected our best selling Ethiopia - Syoum Family- Guji Natural. We imported additional coffee from Hester and Dawit with the specific purpose to be decaffeinated in Bremen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile: \u003c\/strong\u003eCane Sugar, Orange and Creamy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing method : \u003c\/strong\u003eNatural and EA Decaf\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBean origin: \u003c\/strong\u003eGuji Meguda, Ethiopia\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVariety: \u003c\/strong\u003eEnat Buna \u0026amp; 74412\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest season: \u003c\/strong\u003eNovember 2023 – January 2024\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAltitude:   \u003c\/strong\u003e1,998 – 2,200m\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose EA Decaf Ethiopia Guji Natural Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEA Decaf Process\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ethyl Acetate decaffeination process preserves the coffees' original flavor and has a minimal environmental impact. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural processing excellence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully sun-dried on raised beds for 3.5 weeks, the natural process enhances its complexity and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthical and sustainable cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bette Buna farm supports workers with living wages, housing, meals, and education for their families, ensuring a sustainable and thriving coffee community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing tips for EA Decaf Ethiopia Guji Natural Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatile coffee excels in various brewing methods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use a 1:15 ratio for a balanced cup that highlights sweetness and floral notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso\u003c\/strong\u003e: Brew with a 1:2 ratio for a thick and flavorful espresso.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ethyl Acetate Decaffenation Process explained\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEA Decaf Process\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ethyl Acetate Decaffeination Process) is a method used to decaffeinate coffee beans. It is one of the natural and more environmentally friendly decaffeination techniques. The process uses \u003cstrong\u003eethyl acetate\u003c\/strong\u003e, a naturally occurring compound found in fruit, particularly in bananas, to remove caffeine from the coffee beans. Here's how it works:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteaming the Coffee Beans\u003c\/strong\u003e: Green coffee beans are first steamed to open their pores, making it easier for the caffeine to be extracted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplying Ethyl Acetate\u003c\/strong\u003e: The beans are then washed with ethyl acetate, which selectively binds to the caffeine molecules. Ethyl acetate is able to dissolve the caffeine without significantly affecting the flavor compounds in the coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemoving the Caffeine\u003c\/strong\u003e: After the caffeine has been removed, the beans are steamed again to remove any residual ethyl acetate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying\u003c\/strong\u003e: Finally, the beans are dried and prepared for roasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It's Popular:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Process\u003c\/strong\u003e: Because ethyl acetate is naturally found in fruit, this process is often marketed as a \"natural\" decaffeination method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess Chemical Residue\u003c\/strong\u003e: The process leaves behind minimal traces of ethyl acetate, and the beans are carefully monitored to ensure that they are safe to consume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s considered one of the gentler decaffeination methods, preserving much of the original flavor of the coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom farm to coffee cup – the story of Ethiopia heirloom natural\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee is grown in Guji’s lush, volcanic soil, where the high altitude and rich biodiversity create ideal conditions for specialty coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Bette Buna, traditional and sustainable practices are at the heart of production. Red cherries are handpicked, naturally fermented, and sun-dried to perfection. By focusing on these artisanal methods, the farm captures the essence of Ethiopian coffee in every bean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee Brewing details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Espresso:\u003cbr\u003eWe used a recipe with a ratio of 1:2,2 pulled in 37 seconds. This ratio allows for a thick espresso and the longer time ensures a proper extraction to prevent too much acidity in the shot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee roasting details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coffee has a medium roast profile adapted specifically to the EA decaf process. By applying heat gently and slowly we ensure it is free of burnt flavour and can be easily prepared in both espresso and filter coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast profile\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium roast to ensure even extraction and versatility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting details\u003c\/strong\u003e: Roasted for 14 minutes to 205,6°C with a development time of 1 Minute and 40 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthical and sustainable practices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bette Buna farm is committed to holistic community development. 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