Tiantai Coffee Cherry Fermentation Tank
- Jul 07, 2025
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- tiantai
In the world of specialty coffee, fermentation is no longer just a step in processing. It a vital art that shapes the unique flavor profiles of your beans. Precise control over fermentation conditions transforms sugars, acids, and enzymes within the coffee cherries, unlocking complex aromas and rich tastes. To meet the demands of coffee processors, specialty coffee farms, and research labs, Tiantai Brewtech proudly presents our stainless steel, pressure-rated Coffee Cherry Fermentation Tank, engineered for stable, scientific, and replicable fermentation performance.
I. Understanding Coffee Fermentation: More Than Just Processing
Fermentation occurs in freshly picked coffee cherries (or pulped beans) where natural or inoculated microbes—yeasts, lactic acid bacteria, and others—break down mucilage and other compounds under controlled aerobic or anaerobic conditions. Different fermentation methods dramatically impact flavor development:
* Washed Process: Natural fermentation to remove mucilage, producing clean and bright flavors
* Honey Process: Partial mucilage retention enhances sweetness and body
* Anaerobic Fermentation: Sealed environment fosters fruity, wine-like, and tropical notes
* Lactic Acid or Inoculated Fermentation: Controlled microbial cultures create distinctive flavor complexity
* Advanced Techniques: Double fermentations, cold fermentations, and more, pushing flavor boundaries
All these techniques demand a robust, reliable, and precise fermentation vessel to deliver consistent results.
II. Key Features of Tiantai Coffee Cherry Fermentation Tank:
* Pressure-Rated Design: Supports anaerobic fermentation by maintaining stable internal pressure and microbial environment
* Single-Walled Tank with Cooling Jacket: Equipped with glycol cooling to precisely regulate fermentation temperature, preventing overheating or uneven cooling
* Ultra-Slow Agitation System: Gentle stirring avoids cold spots on the tank wall caused by the cooling jacket, ensuring uniform temperature distribution throughout the typical 4-day fermentation cycle
* Internal Sieve Plate: Prevents coffee cherries from clogging the discharge outlet, ensuring smooth processing
* Adjustable Pressure Relief Valve with Water Seal: Allows controlled gas release to avoid foam overflow and excessive fermentation, maintaining flavor balance
* Side Pressure Manway: Facilitates easy discharge of fermented cherries and thorough cleaning
* CIP (Clean-In-Place) System Compatibility: Enables efficient sanitation without disassembly
* Optional Accessories: Temperature monitoring, pH sampling ports, pressure gauges, and more
III. Specifications & Applications:
* Capacity Options: 100L / 200L / 500L / 1000L / 2000L / 5000L / 10000L / 20000L / 30000L (custom sizes available)
* Material: Food-grade 304 stainless steel
* Ideal For: Coffee processing stations, specialty coffee farms, roasting companies with in-house processing, and research institutions
IV. Tiantai Brewtech: Your Partner in Coffee Flavor Innovation
Every coffee cherry carries a world of flavor potential. Tiantai Brewtech is committed to providing high-performance, user-friendly fermentation equipment that takes the guesswork out of fermentation, making flavor consistency a science, not luck.
Interested in detailed specs, pricing, or custom solutions?
Contact us today for product brochures, technical videos, or a personalized consultation to start your flavor innovation journey!
Edited by Vicky
Email: [email protected]
I. Understanding Coffee Fermentation: More Than Just Processing
Fermentation occurs in freshly picked coffee cherries (or pulped beans) where natural or inoculated microbes—yeasts, lactic acid bacteria, and others—break down mucilage and other compounds under controlled aerobic or anaerobic conditions. Different fermentation methods dramatically impact flavor development:
* Washed Process: Natural fermentation to remove mucilage, producing clean and bright flavors
* Honey Process: Partial mucilage retention enhances sweetness and body
* Anaerobic Fermentation: Sealed environment fosters fruity, wine-like, and tropical notes
* Lactic Acid or Inoculated Fermentation: Controlled microbial cultures create distinctive flavor complexity
* Advanced Techniques: Double fermentations, cold fermentations, and more, pushing flavor boundaries
All these techniques demand a robust, reliable, and precise fermentation vessel to deliver consistent results.
II. Key Features of Tiantai Coffee Cherry Fermentation Tank:
* Pressure-Rated Design: Supports anaerobic fermentation by maintaining stable internal pressure and microbial environment
* Single-Walled Tank with Cooling Jacket: Equipped with glycol cooling to precisely regulate fermentation temperature, preventing overheating or uneven cooling
* Ultra-Slow Agitation System: Gentle stirring avoids cold spots on the tank wall caused by the cooling jacket, ensuring uniform temperature distribution throughout the typical 4-day fermentation cycle
* Internal Sieve Plate: Prevents coffee cherries from clogging the discharge outlet, ensuring smooth processing
* Adjustable Pressure Relief Valve with Water Seal: Allows controlled gas release to avoid foam overflow and excessive fermentation, maintaining flavor balance
* Side Pressure Manway: Facilitates easy discharge of fermented cherries and thorough cleaning
* CIP (Clean-In-Place) System Compatibility: Enables efficient sanitation without disassembly
* Optional Accessories: Temperature monitoring, pH sampling ports, pressure gauges, and more
III. Specifications & Applications:
* Capacity Options: 100L / 200L / 500L / 1000L / 2000L / 5000L / 10000L / 20000L / 30000L (custom sizes available)
* Material: Food-grade 304 stainless steel
* Ideal For: Coffee processing stations, specialty coffee farms, roasting companies with in-house processing, and research institutions
IV. Tiantai Brewtech: Your Partner in Coffee Flavor Innovation
Every coffee cherry carries a world of flavor potential. Tiantai Brewtech is committed to providing high-performance, user-friendly fermentation equipment that takes the guesswork out of fermentation, making flavor consistency a science, not luck.
Interested in detailed specs, pricing, or custom solutions?
Contact us today for product brochures, technical videos, or a personalized consultation to start your flavor innovation journey!
Edited by Vicky
Email: [email protected]
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