The Ultimate Coffee Breakdown: From Bean to Brew!
The Ultimate Coffee Breakdown: From Bean to Brew! Hey coffee nerds! 馃憢 Been deep in the coffee rabbit hole lately and wanted to share some basics for anyone looking to level up their coffee game. Arabica vs. Robusta: The Basics Feature Arabica Robusta Flavor Profile Sweeter, complex, nuanced Stronger, more bitter Caffeine Content Lower Almost double arabica Growing Conditions High altitude, specific climate Hardier, more adaptable Market Share ~60% of global production ~40% of global production Common Uses Specialty coffee, premium blends Instant coffee, espresso blends Coffee Origins & Processing Methods Popular Origins and Their Flavor Profiles: Ethiopia: Fruity, floral, wine-like, berries Colombia: Balanced, medium body, chocolate notes Guatemala: Chocolate, nuts, subtle fruitiness Brazil: Nutty, low acidity, caramel notes Indonesia: Earthy, spicy, full-bodied, herbal Processing Methods: Washed: Fruit removed before drying Clean, bright acidity, clear origin flavors Natural/Sun-dried: Dried with fruit intact Fuller body, fruit-forward, sweeter Honey/Pulped Natural: Partial fruit removal Balanced sweetness, complex body Roast Levels Breakdown Roast Level Flavor Characteristics Body Acidity Best For Light Bright, floral, fruity, grainy Light High Pour-over, highlighting origin flavors Medium Balanced, caramel, nuts, chocolate Medium Medium Versatile, drip coffee, pour-over Dark Bold, smoky, bittersweet, roasty Full Low Espresso, French press, milk drinks Top Specialty Beans for Pour-Over Ethiopia Yirgacheffe ...