{"product_id":"the-fermentation-project","title":"The Fermentation Project","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product-title h2\"\u003eJames Hoffmann Fermentation Project \u0026amp; Brewtus Roasting\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eA Controlled Exploration of Flavor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWe are thrilled to take part in The Fermentation Project, an effort organized by James Hoffmann and Lucia Solis to explore the effects of four different controlled fermentation methods listed below. Each process was performed on the same lot of coffee, to truly highlight the nuances of each processing method and remove all other variables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWhen experiencing \"fermented\" coffees, it is incredibly rare to taste the un-fermented version side-by-side for a true comparison. This limited-edition educational kit changes that. Using the exact same starting material, we have created \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"238\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e4 distinct versions\u003c\/b\u003e of the same coffee to illustrate how fermentation and processing directly shape the final cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis project is a unique educational tool designed to showcase the power—and limitations—of controlled fermentation, moving beyond extreme processing to explore how processing nuances impact body, acidity, and complexity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTune in to the global tasting event led by James Hoffmann on October 3rd. The time is still TBD. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Iq34gq2ihMk?si=99HBAlAwIhl7grHv\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eWhat’s Inside the Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eEvery kit contains four meticulously processed 100g variations of 100% \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"66\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eCaturra\u003c\/b\u003e coffee, harvested from the same farm in Antigua between December 10, 2025, and February 23, 2026. All coffees went through a classic washed preparation (floated, pulped, submerged fermentation, rinsed) and were dried on patios for 10–14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e1. The Control (Mechanically Demucilaged):\u003c\/b\u003e No fermentation. This profile relies entirely on the terroir, growing practices, and genetic varietal characteristics of the coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e2. Wild Fermentation:\u003c\/b\u003e A traditional 48-hour submerged fermentation relying on local, wild microbes to naturally remove the mucilage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e3. Inoculated Lactobacillus Fermentation:\u003c\/b\u003e A 48-hour submerged fermentation driven by \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"85\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eLactobacillus\u003c\/i\u003e bacteria, demonstrating how targeted bacteria can enhance organic acids and elevate brightness and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e4. Inoculated Saccharomyces Yeast Fermentation:\u003c\/b\u003e A 48-hour submerged fermentation using \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"87\" data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003eSaccharomyces\u003c\/i\u003e yeast, illustrating how yeast enhances flavor precursors to impact body and structural complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re local to us, we’d love for you to join the experience in person—we are hosting a live World Cupping event right here at Brewtus Roasting on October 3rd. The time is TBD. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ast-node-id=\"17\"\u003eWhy Join Us?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan data-ast-node-id=\"18\"\u003eThis is an educational tool designed for a real conversation about the power and limitations of controlled fermentation. See firsthand how processing can be used intentionally beyond just chasing a fruit-punch novelty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"appsElementsGenerativeaiAstList\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ast-node-id=\"19\"\u003eLimited availability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-ast-node-id=\"20\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe are releasing a very limited number of these sets.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ast-node-id=\"21\"\u003eEvent:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-ast-node-id=\"22\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eJoin us live at Brewtus Roasting for the World Cupping event.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-ast-node-id=\"22\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelect Coffee with Cuppping at Brewtus Roasting.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-ast-node-id=\"22\"\u003eLIMIT 1 KIT PER PERSON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eRelease \u0026amp; Shipping Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTo ensure absolute freshness, all kits will follow a strict, unified roasting and shipping timeline:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003eRoast Date:\u003c\/b\u003e TBD - Around last week of August or early September\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eShip Date:\u003c\/b\u003e TBD - within a week of roast date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrders for people cupping at Brewtus Roasting will be pick up only. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eImportant Guidelines\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"13,0\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"3\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"13,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003eStrict Limit:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 kits per person.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"13,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,1,0\"\u003eRefund Policy:\u003c\/b\u003e All sales are final. 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