How well do you know the different types of coffee beans? And do you know how they differ from each other?
When you say "types of coffee", most people think of the difference between an espresso, cappuccino or latte. Now, however, we won't be talking about the type of drink, but we'll go all the way to the roots, better said, the coffee bean. And these come in many varieties. Let's get to know four of the most common ones.
Arabica coffee
As much as 70% of the world's coffee production is Arabica (Coffee arabica), and for good reason. First of all, it has a sweeter taste and lower acidity.
The largest exporter of this coffee is certainly Brazil, but high-quality crops come from several other countries as well. Arabica is grown at higher altitudes in areas where rain is abundant. Due to the demands of cultivation, its price is slightly higher, but many lovers of quality coffee will gladly pay extra for the unforgettable taste of Arabica.
We bring Arabica coffee to you from Brazil , as well as Guatemala, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ethiopia, Colombia or Colombia. If you don't know which destination to choose, we recommend the Arabica from around the world bargain pack.
Robusta Coffee
Second in popularity and prevalence is held by Coffe caniphora aka Robusta, which probably got its name from its strong, distinctive flavor.
It has a high caffeine content, which also makes it more resistant than Arabica in terms of growing requirements, as caffeine acts as a natural insect repellent in the plant.
You will often see a blend of Arabica and Robusta (usually in a 3:1 ratio). However, if you want to enjoy Robusta as such with its typical chocolate flavour, opt for single-origin coffee.
Among the lesser known and less widely used species of coffee plant are Coffee liberica and Coffee liberica variant Dewevrei.
Coffee Liberica
It grows only in special climates, so harvests tend to be small. However, if you ever get the chance to taste Liberica, be sure to do so. You can expect a fruity to floral aroma and a slightly woody taste.
Excelsa Coffee
This is actually a relative of Liberica, which grows primarily in Southeast Asia and accounts for only a fraction of total coffee production. Its taste is characterised by a stronger acidity with a fruity note. It certainly has its representatives among coffee lovers.
In our e-shop we stick to traditional varieties, especially Arabica.
Whoever would like to taste Robusta, we bring it straight from India, so it has been processed in a traditional unique way, which makes it really strong and very intense.
You can also try blends, for espresso you'll find the perfect Pura Vida - a combination of Robusta and five types of Arabica, and Trung Nguyen coffee weighed its way here from Vietnam, which includes Chari and Catimor in addition to Arabica and Robusta.
Choose a quality In total, the coffee tree genus has up to a hundred different representatives, but far from all of them are artificially cultivated to produce coffee.
Lavado coffee from the mountains of south-eastern Cuba will surprise you almost zero acidity and a distinctive taste of dark chocolate and caramel.
Lavado coffee from the mountains of south-eastern Cuba will surprise you almost zero acidity and a distinctive taste of dark chocolate and caramel.
Guatemalan Trés Maria coffee stands out for its perfect balance and pleasant sweetness complemented by the taste of ripe tropical fruits.
Guatemalan Trés Maria coffee stands out for its perfect balance and pleasant sweetness complemented by the taste of ripe tropical fruits.
Exceptionally low acidity and chocolate flavour come together in Brazil Fazenda Rainforest coffee, which you can buy to support the idea of an ecological and socially friendly way of growing coffee.
Exceptionally low acidity and chocolate flavour come together in Brazil Fazenda Rainforest coffee, which you can buy to support the idea of an ecological and socially friendly way of growing coffee.
Ethiopia gave its name to coffee after the Ethiopian province of Kaffa, so it's no surprise that some of the best coffee in the world is grown there.
Ethiopia gave its name to coffee after the Ethiopian province of Kaffa, so it's no surprise that some of the best coffee in the world is grown there.
A unique blend of 5 varieties of Arabicas from Central and South America , complemented by a quality robusta for an espresso full of flavour, strength and quality creams.
A unique blend of 5 varieties of Arabicas from Central and South America , complemented by a quality robusta for an espresso full of flavour, strength and quality creams.
Cuba Lavado, arabica coffee beans
Guatemala Trés Maria, arabica coffee beans
Brazil Fazenda Rainforest, Arabica coffee beans
Ethiopia Sidamo, Arabica coffee beans
Espresso blend Pura Vida, coffee beans