Only three out of 40 natural species are grown on coffee plantations around the world – Arabica, Robusta and Liberica.
Arabica makes up the lion’s share of all coffee produced in the world – 70%, despite the fact that this type is difficult to grow and, therefore, more expensive than other types. It has gained such popularity due to its delicate and delicate taste. The type of Arabica has many varieties, the names of which are well known to connoisseurs. The most famous varieties of Arabica are Bourbon, Mocha, Typica, Abyssinica, Maragojal.
Robusta is stronger and less elegant. Despite the ease of cultivation and higher yields, this coffee belongs to a lower class than Arabica. Robusta is usually added to coffee blends to give them strength. Robusta varieties: conillon (Brazil), kuilu (Congo), java-ineak (Indonesia), congensis.
Liberica is not popular. The Liberica coffee tree is resistant to diseases, but, unlike Robusta, it is low-yielding, and the taste of the beans leaves much to be desired, so Liberica is used only in mixtures.
Varieties of coffee
The taste is highly dependent on the conditions in which the coffee tree grew. Arabica from Colombia and Arabica from the island of Java are far from the same in taste and, accordingly, in price. Coffee grown within the same country can also be very different. Colombian Arabica, harvested in the south of the country on high-altitude plantations, and Arabica, grown in the tropical forests of the same Colombia – these are two completely different drinks and the second one will be more aromatic and rich, and the price for it will be 50% higher.
There are coffee plantations in at least 50 countries of the world, each of them can offer more than one variety, which is why there is such a variety of varieties. The names are capitalized because each one is unique and often indicates the country of origin: for example, Bourbon Santos Brazil (Brazil), Cubo Alturo (Cuba), Colombian Arabica (Colombia).
In Europe, varietal blends of coffee are popular. Often these are mixtures of Arabica beans grown in different countries, or Arabica beans with a small percentage of Robusta. The preparation of mixtures requires special art, the best of them are used by professional baristas.
Ways to make coffee
The type and variety of coffee undoubtedly determines the taste of the finished drink, but the way it is prepared is no less important.
- Espresso is a classic brewing method that allows you to fully appreciate the taste of the variety.
- Americano is espresso diluted with hot water. This method was introduced into use by residents of the United States, who considered that “diluted espresso” was healthier.
- Cappuccino – coffee with milk and foam. The birthplace of cappuccino is Italy. Many models of modern automatic coffee machines are equipped with a cappuccino maker – it creates foam characteristic of cappuccino.
- Latte and mochiate differ from cappuccino in their high milk content and preparation method: milk and coffee are not mixed. Between themselves, latte and mochiate differ in proportions – in mochiate there is less milk, in latte – on the contrary.
- Moccocchino (Italian name) or mocha (American name) is an espresso with chocolate. Espresso is made with hot milk and chocolate in the form of cocoa powder or syrup. Chocolate can be white, milk or dark. A mocha requires a tall cup.
- Ristretto is a very strong drink brewed in a smaller volume of water (7 grams per 15-20 ml of water, while espresso requires 7 grams per 30 ml). Served in small cups.
Modern coffee machines for home and office are capable of preparing at least 16 drinks based on natural coffee: all of the above plus their variations. The most popular brewing methods are espresso, cappuccino and americano. However, various flavoring additives (amaretto, vanilla) make it possible to diversify the assortment offered through coffee machines and satisfy the needs of even the most demanding audience.
The choice of ingredients for capsule and grain coffee machines from ART-Vending will allow you to flexibly organize your business, while remaining at a high level of quality.
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