This delicious decaf comes from a variety of dry-mill processing stations throughout the Sidama region. The coffee is sent to a decaf processing plant in Germany, where it is decaffeinated using the Methyl-Chloride method. The green coffee is steamed, which brings a majority of the caffeine to the surface of the bean. The Methyl-Chloride solvent is then applied, which absorbs a majority of the bean’s caffeine. This process decaffeinates the coffee while preserving the delicate oils, which give the coffee its flavor. This process of decaffeination can sound frightening to the consumer. Often, an alternative method of Swiss Water Processing (SWP) is sold as a more health friendly option. In fact, SWP uses an almost identical (albeit organic) chemical known as Ethyl Acetate to absorb caffeine. The results of both processes leave TRACE AMOUNTS of the respective chemicals upon completion. This level is SEVERAL HUNDRED TIMES less that what the FDA deems appropriate for human consumption. Additionally, the result of the Methyl-Chloride process is much often a tastier cup with no health risks to the consumer. So relax, kick back and enjoy! Country: Ethiopia, Region: Sidama, Cup Profile: Dark chocolate with a medium body. Creamy with citrus notes throughout, Grower/Farm: Members of OCFCU/SCFCU, Varietal: Heirloom Varietals, Harvest: September to December, Altitude: 6000 to 7500 ft., Process: Natural.
8 oz$8.25
12 oz$11.50
16 oz$14.50
5 pounds$67.50
Hoist Espresso Blend
A classic espresso blend that’s full bodied. Notes of dark chocolate, walnut and caramel saturate the palate. This espresso is wildly popular with our wholesale customers. Country: Brazil and Mexico; Cup Profile: Walnut, Baker’s Chocolate, Creamy; Varietals: Bourbon and Typica; Process: Pulp Natural/Washed.
8 oz$9.25
12 oz$12.50
16 oz$15.50
5 pounds$72.50
Foundation Espresso
The Bow Truss in-house espresso. A full-bodied espresso with sass. Toffee and caramel notes lay heavy on the tongue with a zest of lime lingering in the clean finish. Won 3rd place in the America’s Best Espresso Competition at Chicago Coffee Fest 2013. Country: Brazil, Mexico and Ethiopia; Cup Profile: Syrupy, Lime Zest and Caramel; Varietals: Bourbon, Typica and Heirloom Ethiopia Varietals; Process: Pulp Natural/Washed.
8 oz$9.25
12 oz$12.50
16 oz$15.50
5 pounds$72.50
Canopy Blend
This blend of Central and South America coffee is quickly becoming a Bow Truss favorite. A great deal of care was spent developing the approachable flavors that make this coffee a perfect fit for those desiring a comforting and delectable cup. Country: Central & South America; Cup Profile: Dark Chocolate, Dark Cherry, Peach; Varietals: Bourbon, Typica, Caturra; Process: All Washed.
8 oz$9.25
12 oz$12.50
16 oz$15.50
5 pounds$72.50
Organic Honduras Beneficio Santa Rosa
Beneficio Santa Rosa, which collected this coffee from a number of small co-ops, won the Honduran Presidential Award for exporters in 2013. This award recognizes the mill's contribution to the livelihood of farmers in western Honduras, and its commitment to innovation in coffee processing. This organic lot, from farms throughout the western regions of Copan and Ocotepeque, brings a complex and inviting interplay of sweet and savory flavors. Cup Profile: Peppery, Red Delicious Apple, Brown Sugar; Country:Honduras; Region: Copan & Ocotepeque; Grower/Farm: Co-ops affiliated with Beneficio Santa Rosa; Varietals: Caturra, Catuai, Bourbon, Pacas, Typica; Harvest: December - April; Altitude: 4822 - 5905 ft.; Process: Washed.
8 oz$9.25
12 oz$12.50
16 oz$15.50
5 lb$72.50
Brazil Fazenda Aurea
Fazenda Aurea is a medium-sized farm, known for producing semi-washed (pulp process) and natural process coffees. Another unique feature of Fazenda Aurea is its raised drying beds - while common in Africa, these raised beds, which provide even drying by allowing air to circulate under the beans, are not often found in Latin America. Cup Profile: Hazelnut, Cocoa, Lemon-Lime, Region: Minas Gerais / Cerrado Mineiro, Country: Brazil, Grower/Farm: Fazenda Aurea, Varietals: Red & Yellow Catuai, Harvest: June- August, Altitude: 3937 ft., Process: Pulp Process.
8 oz$9.50
12 oz$13.00
16 oz$16.50
5 pounds$77.50
Papua New Guinea Kimel Estate Peaberry
This peaberry lot presents an incredibly balanced cup profile--crisp fruit notes develop into a creamy, buttery finish that is highlighted by a pleasant praline note. In addition to producing delicious coffee, the Kimel Estate is a model of a socially- and ecologically-responsible farm: the estate is owned and worked by indigenous peoples (primarily the Opais tribe). The farm provides clean water, housing, and education for workers and their children, grows its coffee under shade trees, and has implemented recycling programs for the coffee pulp and the water used in the de-pulping process. Cup Profile: Apricot, Toffee, Praline?; Region: Waghi Valley, town of Banz; Grower/Farm: Kimel Estate; Varietals: Mondo Novo, Blue Mountain, Typica, Arusha, Caturra, Catimor; Harvest: March-April;, Altitude: 5185 feet; Process: Washed.
8 oz$10.50
12 oz$14.75
16 oz$18.50
5 pounds$87.50
Ethiopia Kochere
This coffee hails from the Kochere region, nestled in the middle of southern Ethiopia, near the town of Yirgacheffe. The Kochere micro-region has long been known as one of the best origins for fully washed southern Ethiopian coffee. The combination of very high altitude and iron-rich, acidic soil creates the ideal growing situation to produce a distinctly delicious coffee. Country: Ethiopia; Region: Kochere Beloya, Yirgacheffe; Cup profile: Brown sugar, lemon, and pecan; Grower/farm: Kochere Cooperative; Altitude: 5900-6500 ft.; Varietal: Heirloom; Harvest: Sep-Dec; Process: Washed.
8 oz$11.00
12 oz$15.00
16 oz$19.00
5 pounds$90.00
Ethiopia Natural Yirgacheffe Aricha
In Ethiopia, the export of all coffee is controlled by the centralized export system (ECX). The centralized system can make it hard to learn specifics about Ethiopian coffees, but this coffee is categorized as a "grade one." In addition to being a mark of high quality, grade one coffees maintain more transparency through the supply chain, allowing us to present this excellent natural process coffee not only as a Yirgacheffe, but as a product of the Aricha washing station within Yirgacheffe. Cup Profile: Blood Orange, Black Cherry, Butterscotch; Region: Gedeo Zone, Yirgacheffe; Grower/Farm: Farmers surrounding Aricha washing station; Varietals: Typica & Heirloom Varietals; Country: Ethiopia; Harvest: November - February; Altitude: 6398-6690 ft.; Process: Natural Process.
8 oz$12.00
12 oz$17.00
16 oz$21.00
5 pounds$100.00
Threadless Blend
$15.50
This bag design was created by Threadless Community member Trevor Jones. It was chosen during the Threadless Bow Truss Coffee Challenge. We received a lot of mind-blowing submissions but "Campfire Coffee" really stood out. This blend features Caturra, Typica and Bourbon varietals and has approachable flavors of Cherry, Dark Chocolate and Peach. Photo via Threadless by Jen Lemasters This coffee is available in the 16 oz size only.