Torque Coffee - Sunset Decaf

Sunset Decaf - Martha Montenegro, Colombia

Sunset Decaf is a unique collaboration between Torque Coffee and Martha Montenegro of the El Vergel Estate. This innovative process begins with a 120-hour anaerobic fermentation of the coffee cherries, enriched by the addition of dehydrated passion fruit pulp to infuse the beans with vibrant, fruity flavors. Following fermentation, the beans are carefully dried in mechanical silos for 144 hours to achieve optimal moisture levels. Finally, they undergo a 30-day stabilization period in GrainPro bags, ensuring consistency and preserving their exceptional flavor profile.

Sugarcane Decaffeination Process:
The sugarcane decaffeination process uses ethyl acetate (EA), a naturally occurring compound sourced from sugarcane crops in Colombia's Valle del Cauca region, to remove caffeine from coffee beans. The process begins by moistening the beans with water, allowing EA to circulate through them. The EA binds to the caffeine, effectively extracting it while preserving the majority of the coffee’s flavor compounds. Once the desired level of decaffeination is achieved, the beans are steamed to eliminate any remaining EA residue. The result is a rich, flavorful coffee—just without the caffeine.

Tasting Notes: Starburst, Tropical Fruit, Peaches

Roast Level: Medium-light

Process: Anaerobic

Ideal as: Espresso and Filter

Espresso Parameters:

18-19g coffee in
30-33g liquid out
202-204F
30-35 seconds

About Torque: Transforming the world, one sip at a time.

Torque Coffees, founded by Nanelle and Andy Newbom, is revolutionizing the coffee industry with a passion for people and sustainability. With 21 years of hands-on experience across every corner of the coffee world—baristas, roasters, green coffee buyers, exporters, and more—Nanelle and Andy have dedicated their lives to the magic of coffee and its incredible community.

Torque Coffees is redefining fairness with its innovative Proportional Pricing© model, ensuring 20% of the retail price flows directly back to farmers. Torque's transparent and equitable approach empowers producers and reshapes the coffee value chain, creating a fairer, more sustainable future.

Sustainability is at the heart of Torque's mission. Torque is committed to protecting the planet using 100% plastic-free, 100% compostable and biodegradable, and 100% plant-based packaging.

With Torque Coffees, every sip empowers the hands that grew it, nurtures the environment, and brings us closer to a better world.