Sealing Freshness & Quality With Ecotact Multilayered Hermetic Sampler Bags

Sampling refers to the process of selecting a small batch of the product, from the large batch, for evaluation. In the coffee industry, sampling is indispensable and occurs at various stages. Be it at the farm, after processing or roasting, or before brewing - sampling has various benefits at each stage! Such as:

• It allows producers and roasters to identify and maintain quality standards. 

• Detecting defects such as mold and under/over-fermentation.

• It plays a pivotal role in the coffee blending process. 

• Sampling also helps maintain a uniform taste profile across all batches when creating blends. 

• Sampling for specialty coffee acts as a market differentiator. Specialty coffee stands unique with the nuanced flavors it offers. Right sampling and customization enable the product to stand out among other competitors. 

Notably, a crucial point to discuss in the context of sampling is - Sampler Bags! It is essential to choose sampler bags that maintain the freshness of green coffee beans, cacao beans, and other grains at every stage - a key factor for the sampling process. The bags should also be durable and reliable ensuring the product is preserved during handling, storage, and transport.

This is where the Ecotact Multilayered Hermetic Sampler Bags come in!

Ecotact Multilayered Hermetic Sampler Bags: What, Why, & More

With a global presence in 50+ countries and 25M+ bags sold Ecotact aims to provide an eco-friendly packaging solution. The Ecotact Bags have 9 layers of hermetic sealing and maintain the freshness of coffee beans/ cacao beans/ grains exactly as on the day they were harvested. 

Taking this a notch higher and meeting the high standards of sampling within the industry are - Ecotact Hermetic Sampler Bags. Keeping the aroma maintained, the hermetically sealed bags keep the sensitive food and vitamin content protected. Hydrocarbon-free, they are also highly resistant to oil and solvents and have a high-temperature tolerance (-30° C to 90° C). 

With no requirement to use pesticide/insecticide, the Ecotact Hermetic Sampler bags are 100% reusable. Moreover, the transparency and heat-maintaining properties keep the flavors and inherent quality intact. What makes it further unique is that the Ecotact Hermetic Sampler Bags are also customizable. This flexibility allows businesses to tailor the sampler bags according to their specific needs and goals.

Another pivotal factor when it comes to Ecotact Hermetic Sampler Bags is that they are very useful for coffee tasting or cupping. Moreover, these bags are transparent and make green coffee beans, cacao beans, and other grains more traceable with its section on Origin/Quality - Content that enhances the knowledge of coffee, cacao origin/varietal/processes/ geographical indication/notes. 

Choosing the Right Size Variant of Ecotact Hermetic Sampler Bags 

Ecotact provides various size variants of the Hermetic Sampler Bags from 200 grams to 5000 grams. For instance:

• Ecotact 0.5 can hold 500G (1.10LBS) of green coffee beans, cacao beans, and other grains. 

• Ecotact 0.2 has a capacity of 200G (0.45LBS) of green coffee beans, cacao beans, and other grains. 

Apart from capacity, choosing the size variant also depends on the specific stage of the sampling process and requirements. Such as: 

• For home roasters, the most adequate size variant is Ecotact 5.0 which can hold 5000G (11LBS) of green coffee beans. 

• For cacao sampling - Ecotact 2.0 which can contain 2000G (4.5LBS) of cacao beans is the perfect solution.

Among all the size variants of Ecotact Hermetic Sampler Bags, the Ecotact 0.5A variant stands unique! It has a capacity of 500G (1.10LBS) of green coffee beans, cacao beans, and other grains. This compact and easy-to-handle size makes it an ideal choice for not only small-scale producers but also for specialty coffee enthusiasts, and more. 

The Optimal Way To Use The Ecotact Multilayered Hermetic Sampler Bags 

It’s pivotal to note that this is the only packaging solution with 3 sealing systems - Zipper, Vacuum,  and Heat Seal. Ecotact Sampler Bags come in gusseted and high barrier steady pouches which preserve the farm fresh grain/coffee for a long duration. Also, the gusseted design allows for greater storage capacity and ensures the bags stand upright, providing ease of use and efficient storage.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to using the Ecotact Hermetic Sampler Bags:

1. Place the Ecotact Sampler Bag on a leveled surface. 

2. Start filling coffee or grains manually or from a hopper. 

3. When filled, at least a gap of 1.5 cm from the zipper should be left empty. 

4. Remove excess air and start pressing the zipper. 

5. The zipped bag can be heat-sealed at 1 cm from the top of the bag for extra protection for a longer duration. 

6. To open the heat-sealed Ecotact Sampler Bag, cut the bag with scissors along the marked area. 

7. Continue to seal or reseal the bag by using the air-tight single-track zipper of the Ecotact Sampler Bag. 

As aforementioned, sampling is a crucial part of the coffee industry to maintain quality and consistency, specifically for the roasters. Discover the perfect sampler bags at Ecotact! Shop now and get 10% off on a minimum order of 200 USD!