Question 1

What does washed United States coffee taste like?

Accepted Answer

washed processing shapes the cup before the roaster ever sees the bean. Across the 9 washed coffees from United States currently on Tamp, including USA California - Frinj Coffee Vedder Ranch Geisha Classic Washed by Archers Coffee, Hawaii Kona by Smith's Coffee, Hawaii, Kona Prime by Quantum Coffee Roasters, the character comes from the interaction of United States's growing conditions with how the cherry was dried. Each coffee below carries the roaster's own tasting notes.

Question 2

Who roasts washed United States coffee?

Accepted Answer

6 specialty roasters on Tamp currently offer washed coffee from United States — including Archers Coffee, Big Island Coffee Roasters, Quantum Coffee Roasters, Red Berry Roasters, Smith's Coffee. Each sells direct; Tamp links through to their live catalogue so you can check stock and shipping.

Question 3

How is washed processing different?

Accepted Answer

Washed coffees have the fruit removed before drying, giving a clean, acidity-forward cup. Naturals dry with the fruit still on the bean, producing heavier, sweeter, fruit-driven flavours. Honey sits between the two. Anaerobic lots ferment in sealed tanks, which pushes the cup further toward intense, sometimes boozy fruit.

United States washed Coffees

USA California - Frinj Coffee Vedder Ranch Geisha Classic Washed

Hawaii Kona

Hawaii, Kona Prime

Hawaiian Kona

Ka'u Darkwood

Ka'u Yellow Bourbon

Maui Mana

Moa'ula 'Ohana Blend

Rusty Hawaii