Catalyst Trade, a green coffee trading company based in Portland, Oregon, was founded in 2018 by three partners – Zeralem, Emily, and Michael, who took a calculated risk to make a statement about respecting and trading Ethiopian coffee with reverence and kindness. Its predecessor has a proud history dating back ten years, starting with consulting work in Ethiopian farms in 2013.

Having set foot on Ethiopian soil and being deeply involved in production and refinement, they have dedicated themselves to naming various unnamed heirloom varieties and ensuring transparency throughout the process from cherry to cup. They are directly engaged in every aspect, including cherry selection, pulping, fermentation, every move, bagging and tagging, transportation, and all other aspects.

A truly symbiotic process. At Catalyst Trade, they steer clear of non-coffee additives but find themselves intrigued by harnessing coffee by-products for their method. The coffee beans are pulped, and the skins are reintroduced into fermentation tanks, creating a balanced and repeatable ratio.

This innovative process blends cherry skin with mucilage-rich parchment, fermenting them together to unlock the coffee's full potential. It's a holistic approach, preserving microclimates while offering unique flavor experiences.

Coffee Cherry Co-Fermentation results in a harmonious fusion of elements, giving rise to a distinct and enriching coffee profile.