Common Types of Coffee Bean

Common Types of Coffee Bean

                                        Arabica                                              Robusta

                        Grows and thrives at high altitudes.         The sole pieces of quality beans, which 

                      Its beans mature slowly and have time      has the ability to grow at lower altitudes

                       to develop body and density.                    and is cheaper to produce.

                   

                       This species produces superior quality.     Robusta tree are easier to grow,

                                                                                    produces higher yields.

                      Its shape is more oblong and has a       This bean is rounder in shape with

                       curving cleft down its middle.               a straight cleft down its middle.

                     Coffees which possess the greatest      Robusta usually possess a woody,

                      flavor and aromatic characteristics.      astringent flavor.

                      Has low caffeine content.                    Has higher caffeine content.    

                                                                             They are used when a lower price 

                                                                               or additional caffeine is desired.

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