"Washed" processing, also known as the wet process, is a method used in coffee processing where freshly harvested coffee cherries have their outer layers removed through a combination of fermentation and mechanical scrubbing. This process typically involves removing the fruit pulp before drying the beans. It often results in a cleaner, brighter flavor profile in the final cup compared to other processing methods, as the fermentation helps to remove some of the fruit's natural sugars and mucilage that can influence the flavor.
