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ethiopia + colombia + peru coffee

Orchard Thief

by colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc · denver, usa

you'll taste stone fruit before peach. this is orchard thief, an anaerobic ethiopia + colombia + peru from colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc.

stone fruitpeachhoneyhoneycomb
$27buy from colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc

the bean

origin
ethiopia + colombia + peru
process
anaerobic
varietal
caturra
status
in stock
orchard thief is a blend of caturra beans from ethiopia, colombia, and peru, processed using anaerobic fermentation, which involves sealing the coffee in oxygen-deprived tanks before drying. that process amplifies the fruit-forward character you get in the cup: peach, stone fruit, honey, and honeycomb flavors that lean sweet and ripe. because anaerobic coffees carry a lot of inherent sweetness and complexity, they respond well to brew methods that highlight clarity and sweetness, such as pour-over or aeropress with a slightly lower water temperature, around 90 to 93 celsius, to avoid pushing bitterness over the fruit.

common questions

What does Orchard Thief taste like?

orchard thief has tasting notes of peach, stone fruit, honey, and honeycomb, giving it a sweet, fruit-forward character. the anaerobic process reinforces those ripe, sugary qualities in the cup.

How is Orchard Thief grown and processed?

it is made from caturra variety beans sourced from ethiopia, colombia, and peru. all three origins are processed anaerobically, meaning the beans ferment in sealed, oxygen-deprived tanks before drying, which intensifies fruity and sweet flavors.

How should I brew Orchard Thief?

pour-over or aeropress tend to work well with anaerobic coffees like this one, as they let the peach and honeycomb notes come through clearly. pulling water temperature down slightly, to around 90 to 93 celsius, helps keep the fruit character balanced without over-extracting.

about colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc

when you need a place where coffee comes first and everything else follows, colorado ironcrest delivers exactly that. tucked into south broadway's mix of old denver and new energy, this roastery has built something rare: genuine loyalty from people who know their beans. you won't find flashy marketing here, just serious attention to what ends up in your cup. the regulars keep coming back because consistency matters more than trendy drinks or photogenic latte art. this is where you go when you want coffee that tastes like the roaster actually cares about the process, not just the profit margins. whether you're grabbing a quick shot before work or settling in for a longer session, the focus stays on the fundamentals. no gimmicks, no unnecessary complexity. just well-roasted coffee served by people who understand why you're here. stop by for a morning cortado on your way through the broadway corridor.

all coffee from colorado ironcrest coffee roasters, llc

denver, usa

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