We specifically use solid-state fermentations which is a big differentiator…. The advantage is that the beans do not “bath” in a large amount of water and do not “infuse”, flavor components are not diluted and lost… the [microorganism] strains that we use directly grow on the surface of the beans and changes their chemistry by “eating away” some of the components while adding other interesting ones. The result is a green bean with a unique chemistry (tailored flavor precursors, sugar, lipid and protein profiles) which in turns really changes the maillard and caramelization reactions happening during roasting, ultimately resulting in quite a unique cup.