{"title":"Natural Process","description":"Our offering of Natural Process Coffees","products":[{"product_id":"colombia-el-triunfo-pink-bourbon-natural","title":"Colombia: El Triunfo - Pink Bourbon - Natural","description":"\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry\u003c\/b\u003e: Colombia \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e: Tolima \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFarm\u003c\/b\u003e: El Triunfo \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer\u003c\/b\u003e: Camilo Enciso \u0026amp; Adriana Maria Franco \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVariety\u003c\/b\u003e: Pink Bourbon \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProcess\u003c\/b\u003e: Natural \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eElevation\u003c\/b\u003e: 1,850-1.950 m.a.s.l.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFARM\/PRODUCER DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eEl Triunfo is a family-owned coffee farm located in Planadas, Tolima, managed by Camilo Enciso and Adriana María Franco. The Enciso Franco family has owned the farm since June 2014, cultivating 10 hectares between 1,850 and 1,950 meters above sea level, with a strong focus on specialty and single variety lots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdriana María Franco\u003c\/b\u003e has dedicated more than a decade to the production of specialty and exotic coffees, approaching coffee as a combination of agriculture, science, sensory exploration, and cultural expression. From El Triunfo, she leads the agronomic and post-harvest development of the farm, working with high-value varieties such as Pink Bourbon, Gesha, Tabi, and Wush Wush. Her work is defined by careful farm management, sustainable practices, and continuous experimentation with fermentation and drying protocols to produce clean, expressive microlots with defined acidity, sweetness, and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCamilo Enciso\u003c\/b\u003e represents a new generation of producers in Southern Tolima, committed to quality, traceability, and regional development. In parallel to his work at El Triunfo, he serves as General Manager of ASOPEP, one of the most active producer associations in Planadas, where he promotes collaboration, market access, and professionalization among smallholders. His leadership has contributed to increased visibility for Planadas in national coffee events and specialty markets. Together, Camilo and Adriana have positioned El Triunfo as a project rooted in technical rigor, long-term vision, and a strong connection to its territory. Their coffees express the high-altitude conditions of Tolima through fruit-forward profiles, structure, and clarity, while reflecting a shared commitment to community, sustainability, and the evolving identity of Colombian specialty coffee.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePROCESS DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eThis Pink Bourbon lot underwent Natural process. Cherries were harvested selectively at optimal ripeness and floated in water channels to remove low-density fruit. Without depulping, the entire cherry was fermented in aerobic conditions, allowing the natural yeasts present in the fruit to initiate fermentation. Controlled drying took place on raised beds over several days, ensuring uniform exposure and gradual moisture reduction. The slow drying curve preserves fruit complexity and bright acidity, strengthening the sensory identity of the Bourbon variety. Meticulous sorting before and after drying guarantees uniformity, while a final resting period stabilizes humidity before milling and export.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Presta Coffee","offers":[{"title":"10 oz","offer_id":42422212558923,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":42422212591691,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":42422212624459,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/0176\/8267\/files\/colombiaelturfino.png?v=1778883704"},{"product_id":"uganda-kisoro-estate-anaerobic-natural","title":"Uganda - Kisoro Estate - Anaerobic Natural","description":"\u003cblockquote type=\"cite\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eUganda - Kisoro Estate - Anaerobic Natural\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFarm\u003c\/b\u003e: Kisoro Estate \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProcess\u003c\/b\u003e: Anaerobic Natural \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVarieties\u003c\/b\u003e: SL14, SL28, Nyasaland, Bugisu \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eElevation\u003c\/b\u003e: 1800 MASL \u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e: Western Region\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProcess:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eNaturals in Uganda are typically processed after being initially sorted for quality using a float tank, which allows the producer or the mill to remove defective and damaged cherries. The cherries will then be transfered to raised beds or tarpaulins to dry. It is important to note this coffee was intentionally processed utilizing anaerobic fermentation. In general, placing freshly harvested cherries inside a sealed container or bag of some sort for a period of time will create a flavor impact. We find those anaerobically-fermented coffees often exhibit an increase in the intensity of fruit and acidity and a slight increase in the body. Nonetheless, the anaerobic fermentation process has a distinct impact on the outcome of the flavor profile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eUganda\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eHistorically, Uganda has been known for Robusta production, being that it is the origin of this species. In the early 20th century, Arabica varieties were introduced from Malawi and Ethiopia. Today, Arabica production accounts for about 20% of Uganda's annual coffee exports and we have been seeing a rise in quality since we started sourcing Ugandan coffee in 2014. Farms are typically less than 2.5 hectares in size and coffee is cultivated among other subsistence crops.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eKisoro Estate\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eIn the southern reaches of the Kigezi Highlands lies Kisoro, a district of volcanic soils and sweeping hillsides that border the Virunga Mountains and Rwanda. Known for its cool climate, fertile terrain, and rich biodiversity, Kisoro embodies everything that makes southwestern Uganda so distinct. Here, coffee thrives in harmony with banana, shade trees, and forest life—a landscape that has long sustained families through both beauty and resilience. When Kenneth Barigye founded Mountain Harvest in 2017, his mission was simple yet ambitious: to improve the livelihoods of Uganda’s smallholder coffee farmers. They began by establishing demonstration farms, training communities in regenerative agriculture, and helping farmers achieve consistency and quality. But one farmer’s question reshaped their journey: “Are you a farmer yourself? How can you ask me to take risks you’ve never taken?” It was a challenge that became a turning point. In response, they began investing in farmland of their own—places where they could test, learn, and lead by doing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday, with over 250 acres across Western Uganda, Kenneth is now considered the country’s largest Arabica farmer. The Kisoro Estate was among the first of these farms, planted in early 2022 by a small, dedicated team of agronomists and one onsite processing assistant. It has since become a living laboratory—where we experiment with tree spacing, shade management, and agroforestry models that mirror what we teach to our partner farmers. Every stage, from seedling to drying table, is carefully monitored and refined, embodying our philosophy of practice what we teach. These estate-grown coffees represent the intersection of innovation and tradition. They’ve already captured the attention of Uganda’s top baristas and international buyers, with champions selecting these nanolots for competition—guided by processing protocols refined by Ibrahim Kiganda on Mount Elgon. For us, Kisoro is more than a farm. It’s a promise—to lead by example, to learn alongside the farmers we serve, and to continue raising the standard for Ugandan coffee from the ground up. With full control over cherry selection and processing, Kisoro Estate has consistently produced some of Mountain Harvest’s highest-performing coffees. In 2025, Ibrahim Kiganda used Kisoro coffees to win the Uganda Barista Championship and represent the country at the World Barista Championship in Milan, while John Dixon featured Kisoro in his U.S. Barista Championship routine, marking the first time an East African coffee outside Ethiopia placed as a finalist. These results highlight the precision and potential of the Kisoro Estate’s processing systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eThe Western Region is one of the four geographic regions of Uganda that are then divided into smaller districts. This region spans from the center of the western border of Uganda down to the southwestern-most corner.Its location along the Albertine Rift makes it a fertile coffee-growing region. Many subregions or districts in the area are well-known for their coffee production. Redistricting across Uganda has changed some regions' borders. The Kigezi district was a broader region that encompassed what is now divided into the Kabale District, Kanungu District, Kisoro District, and Rukungiri District.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Presta Coffee","offers":[{"title":"10 oz","offer_id":42510149943371,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2lb","offer_id":42510149976139,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":42510150008907,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/0176\/8267\/files\/Uguanda.png?v=1779915763"}],"url":"https:\/\/prestacoffee.mom\/collections\/natural-process.oembed","provider":"Presta Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}