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Types of Coffee Beans

Behind every cup of coffee that we drink, there are carefully graded beans. These beans are evaluated by their size and shape, color, shape and density.

The AA rating is given to coffee beans that meet the criteria above, except that they must not contain more than three defects (quakers). Typically, these are Kenya AA beans.

Arabica

Arabica coffee beans are also known as Coffea Arabicica and are the most coveted coffee bean in the world. The legend says that coffee was first discovered in Ethiopia when a goat herder observed his herd dancing with more energy after eating the fruits of the coffee plant. This inspired him to explore roasting and brewing the seeds, creating the drink we know and love today.

There are a variety of coffee plants, however only two are used to create our favorite brews - robusta and arabica. The flavor of the final beverage is usually more appealing when you drink the former.

There are a variety of arabica cultivars. Each one has distinct flavor profiles. Typica and Bourbon are two of the most well-known arabica cultivars. The other arabica varieties were derived from these two varieties either by natural mutations or through deliberate crossbreeding. The SL28 cultivar, for example, was developed in Kenya by Scott Labs and is known for its distinct chocolatey flavor.

The flavor of a particular arabica variety will depend on the climate in which it is grown, and also how it is processed and roasted. The shade the tree gets will have a major impact on the final product.

Robusta

Robusta coffee beans, also referred to as coffee canephora, are the second most common kind of coffee. They are the beans used for the majority of instant drinks and have twice as much caffeine as Arabica Coffee Beans. They are also utilized in many espresso blends, particularly for caffe latte and cappuccino.

The Coffea Canephora plant originated in Sub-Saharan Africa, but it has since been grown all over the globe. It can grow at lower elevations and can tolerate higher temperatures than the Arabica coffee plant, which makes it a much more practical crop for farmers. Vietnam is currently the largest producer of robusta coffee followed by Brazil and Indonesia.

Although the robusta plant has its advantages however, it's not as adored by cupping aficionados for its bitter taste and burnt rubber notes. It's generally regarded as inferior quality coffee and most large coffee companies make use of arabica beans to create top-quality products.

However, the demand for gourmet coffee is growing, and smaller roasters are trying out robusta varieties that are high-end to take advantage of its superior qualities. Our Valhalla Java and Death With Coffee are two examples of exceptional robusta coffees. They are blended with arabica to create the perfect balance of flavour and strength. The coffees are carefully sourced from Uganda where robusta is cultivated for many centuries. Find out more about these coffees.

Liberica

Liberica coffee beans are rare and are rarely used around the globe. They make up less than 2% the world's consumption of coffee beans, and are often overlooked because they do not have as much caffeine. However,  expensive coffee beans  do have distinctive flavor that many coffee lovers find irresistible.

Liberica coffee beans, despite being extremely rare, are still quite popular in certain parts of Asia. They are most popular in Malaysia and Indonesia with significant Muslim population. The coffee industry in these countries has always been very robust and the cup of coffee during prayer is a part of the culture.

Liberica coffee's history dates back to the 1890s after a worldwide epidemic caused by coffee leaf rust caused a massive loss of the arabica crop. This caused the coffee industry to seek out a more resilient species that could thrive in tropical climates. They quickly discovered the Liberica plant.

Liberica plants have a high tolerance to diseases and pests making them a perfect replacement for the devastated arabica crop. Liberica is also able to thrive in lower altitudes and hot temperatures that allow it to thrive in Southeast Asia's climate. This is why today the majority of the coffee that is produced in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia is derived from Liberica beans.

Excelsa

Although it's rare for coffee lovers to come across excelsa beans in their cups, these more rare beans are beginning to earn a reputation for their unique flavor. According to Komal Sable of South India Coffee Co. who is a fifth generation coffee farmer These beans have a teardrop-like shape, but are smaller. However despite the family resemblance it's important to understand that excelsa is technically not a distinct species.

It's unclear how to categorize excelsa beans. This confusion is responsible for the lack of presence of these beans in the contemporary coffee world. Due to this, many roasters, farmers, and brewers aren't sure how to cultivate and utilize these beans in a proper manner.

It's the individual's responsibility to decide if they prefer the taste of excelsa and it could take a while to find the perfect blend. It is important to be open, and try each type of coffee until you find the one you like. By doing so you'll be able experience the full range of possibilities that these unique beans can offer. It's an experience that's worth the trip.