Ethiopia
7-9 months
Sweeteer & Softer
0.8%-1.5%
800-1.200 m
0-900 m
1.7%-3.5%
Stronger & Harsh
9-11 months
Kongo
Ethiopia is often rightly heralded as the birthplace of coffee. Technically, there is a dispute as to where Arabica originates. Ethiopia is home to the most incredibly diverse natural array of Arabica varieties. The Ethiopian Highlands offer the perfect habitat for Arabica to flourish. Due to this, Ethiopia has the potential to produce a wide range of characteristics and flavor profiles.
Colombia is one of the most diverse coffee-producing countries in terms of its quality flavour profiles. Multiple microclimates also mean that Colombia can produce a lot of fresh crop coffee throughout most of the year, by using both main crops and smaller “fly” crops. As well as being one of the world’s largest coffee-producing countries, Colombia has a highly developed and progressive coffee infrastructure.
India is a country known for many things: it has a lively mix of cultures and an incredible history and is a booming modern nation. And, although it is better known for the quality of its teas, there is also a fair amount of coffee production. In speciality circles, the country is known for growing some of the best Robusta coffee. Arabica is less well-suited to the growing conditions in India.
Vietnam is a massive coffee producer, second only to Brazil as the largest coffee producer in the world. Almost all of the production in Vietnam is comprised of the Robusta species. Like Brazil, production in Vietnam greatly impacts coffee prices worldwide.
Brazil has for many years now grown and harvested more coffee than any other country in the world. The country produces a range of qualities across both the Arabica and Robusta species, mostly grown at lower altitudes. Brazil is known for its round chocolaty and nutty flavor profiles with lower acidity, though there is a small variety of higher-grown, more acidic coffees produced as well. Brazil leads the world in using technology to grow, harvest, and process coffee. This is made possible by the flatter, lower-altitude farms, which permit the use of harvesting tractors.
Indonesia Earthy and spicy are the notes that this part of the world is best known for when it comes to coffee. This can mainly be attributed to the unique wet-hulled processing method, also referred to as giling basah. Fully washed Indonesian coffees are available and will tend to have more acidity. The rounder Indonesian coffees are more often found in espresso blends looking to achieve a full-bodied and less acidic profile.
Coffee is a popular beverage made from the roasted and ground seeds of the coffee plant. These seeds, called coffee beans, are typically roasted to a desired degree of darkness, then ground into fine particles. The ground beans are then brewed with hot water to create the coffee drink.
Coffee is known for its distinctive flavor, aroma, and stimulating effects due to its caffeine content. It can be enjoyed hot or cold, and there are countless ways to prepare it, such as espresso, cappuccino, latte, Americano, and more.
Coffee Culture and Health
Coffee Culture: Coffee has become a global phenomenon, with coffee shops and cafes found in nearly every corner of the world.
Health Benefits: While caffeine can have stimulating effects, moderate coffee consumption has been linked to various health benefits, such as reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, liver disease, and Parkinson's disease. However, excessive caffeine intake can have negative effect
The Coffee Plant and Its Beans
Arabica vs. Robusta: These are the two main species of coffee plants. Arabica is generally considered to have a smoother, more complex flavor, while Robusta is often described as bolder and more bitter.
Coffee Cherry: The coffee bean is actually a seed found inside a fleshy fruit called a coffee cherry.
Processing: The process of removing the bean from the cherry and preparing it for roasting can vary significantly, affecting the final flavor. Common methods include wet processing, dry processing, and honey processing.
