{"product_id":"altieri-specialty-coffee-catuai-natural-340g","title":"Altieri Specialty Coffee Catuai Natural - 340g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAltieri Specialty Catuai Natural Coffee — Boquete, Panama | 340g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltieri Specialty Catuai Natural is a 340g single-origin Arabica from Boquete, Chiriquí — a naturally processed cup with vibrant acidity and complex fruit. Sourced fresh directly from the producer and delivered worldwide from Panama in 5 days via FedEx or DHL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love This Coffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural-processed Catuai — dried in the whole cherry for vibrant fruit complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown in Boquete, the heart of Panama specialty coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom Altieri Specialty Coffee, a multiple Best of Panama placing producer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree worldwide shipping on orders over $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect if you want a bright, lively, fruit-forward specialty coffee with the unique character of natural processing — expressive, slightly wild, and unmistakably Boquete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Natural Processing Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn natural processing, coffee cherries are dried whole with the fruit still attached — unlike the more common washed process, which removes the fruit before drying. The sugars and acids from the fruit migrate into the bean during drying, producing a cup with \u003cstrong\u003evibrant acidity, complex fruit notes, and a fuller body\u003c\/strong\u003e. Natural processing demands meticulous craftsmanship: cherries must be turned regularly on the drying beds to prevent over-fermentation, and only the ripest fruit can be selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Catuai Varietal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatuai is a hybrid Arabica varietal — a cross between Mundo Novo and Caturra — known for its balanced cup, consistent quality, and adaptability to high-altitude growing. When processed naturally, Catuai delivers bright acidity layered with stone fruit, berry, and tropical notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere the Coffee Grows\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown in Boquete, Chiriquí, Panama's most celebrated coffee-growing region, on the slopes of the Barú volcano. Volcanic soil, a cool mountain climate, and consistent rainfall produce some of the world's finest Arabica. Altieri Specialty Coffee is one of Boquete's most consistent competition producers, with Best of Panama placements in 2014, 2015 and 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant acidity with complex fruit — expect \u003cstrong\u003estone fruit, berry, and tropical aromatics\u003c\/strong\u003e from the natural process, balanced by a moderate body and a clean finish. Bright and expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Single-Origin Catuai (Arabica) — Boquete, Chiriquí, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Natural (dried in the whole cherry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 340g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for: Pour-over, AeroPress, espresso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced fresh directly from the producer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered worldwide in 5 days via FedEx or DHL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse filtered water at \u003cstrong\u003e200°F (93°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour-Over (V60 \/ Chemex)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grind: medium-fine | Ratio: 1:15 | 3–4 min. Highlights the fruit complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAeroPress\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grind: medium-fine | Ratio: 1:15 | 2–3 min. Clean and concentrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grind: coarse | Ratio: 1:15 | Steep 4 min. Smooth and full-bodied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grind: fine | Ratio: 1:2 | 25–30 sec. Rich and aromatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip \/ Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grind: medium | Ratio: 1:17 | 5–6 min. A balanced everyday cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Altieri \u0026amp; Panama Arabica\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Altieri: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/altieri-specialty-coffee-typica-washed-340g\"\u003eTypica Washed 340g\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/altieri-specialty-coffee-geisha-washed-250g\"\u003eGeisha Washed 250g\u003c\/a\u003e. Other Catuai lots: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finca-lerida-coffee-catuai-washed-500g\"\u003eFinca Lérida Catuai Washed\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finca-lerida-coffee-catuai-honey-250g\"\u003eFinca Lérida Catuai Honey\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lamastus-family-estates-coffee-catuai-natural-340g\"\u003eLamastus Catuai Natural\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lamastus-family-estates-catuai-washed-340g\"\u003eLamastus Catuai Washed\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/don-pepe-estate-catuai-washed-300g\"\u003eDon Pepe Estate Catuai Washed\u003c\/a\u003e. See the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/arabica\"\u003ePanama Arabica collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-of-panama-coffee\"\u003ewhat makes Best of Panama coffee different\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between natural and washed processing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural processing dries the coffee inside the whole cherry, letting the fruit's sugars and acids migrate into the bean — a fruitier, fuller-bodied cup. Washed processing removes the fruit before drying, giving a cleaner, brighter cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Catuai Natural taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVibrant acidity with stone fruit, berry, and tropical notes — expressive and slightly wild compared with washed coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from the Altieri Typica Washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame producer, different variety and different process. This Catuai is natural-processed — bright, fruity and expressive. The Typica Washed is clean and sweet, with caramel, black tea and dark chocolate. Choose the Catuai for fruit, the Typica for comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I brew this coffee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour-over (V60, Chemex) or AeroPress to highlight the fruit complexity. It also works well as espresso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivered worldwide from Panama in 5 days via FedEx or DHL. Free shipping on orders over $70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference between natural and washed processing?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Natural processing dries the coffee inside the whole cherry, letting the fruit sugars and acids migrate into the bean for a fruitier, fuller-bodied cup. 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