# Natural processing

/ˈnætʃ.ɚ.əl ˈprɑː.ses.ɪŋ/ (US) · /ˈnætʃ.ər.əl ˈprəʊ.ses.ɪŋ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Compound

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/natural-processing
Updated: 2026-09-20

## Definition

a method of making coffee where the fruit stays on the bean while drying in the sun, making the drink taste very sweet and fruity

For teachers: a traditional post-harvest method in which whole coffee cherries are dried intact before the seeds are removed, typically resulting in a heavy-bodied profile with high sweetness.

## Examples

- I prefer natural processing because the coffee tastes like berries.
- The barista recommended this Ethiopian heirloom because its natural processing gives it a distinct jam-like flavor.
- Producers opting for natural processing must meticulously rotate the cherries on raised beds to prevent unwanted fermentation and ensure uniform moisture loss.

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