Friday, November 9, 2012

The Different Varieties Of Coffee Beans Available

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By Dan Wilson


Any coffee lover can tell you how different the coffee he or she was served at a hotel is from the one they are used to. This is not really hard to tell since the type of brand of caffeine drink is determined by the kind of process it underwent before it became a finished product. The beans used in making the beverage are varied and determine the bitterness or flavor of the drink you take.

The beans used to make this caffeinated drink are divided into two major categories, Arabica and Robusta. They can be grown anywhere in the world. However, there are some regions that are famous for producing the best beans.

The Arabica bean, which is the most popular among manufacturers and consumers, is grown mostly in Ethiopia and Kenya. However, you can tell the difference between the one grown in Kenya as they bear differences too. The Kenyan type of bean tends to be bitter while its Ethiopian counterpart is full of flavor. The cause for such variation is attributed to the area in which the bean was planted.

Not to be left behind either are the Latin American beans. These are unique for their taste, which is almost like cocoa. Though they are slightly bitter, they make a wonderful drink. Colombian beans are easy to tell apart from other beans due to their darker texture. The varieties of beans that are grown in an area are greatly dependent on the climate and soil conditions.

The other bean type is Robusta, which is not as oily as the Arabica beans. This makes the beans acidic, meaning they have a bitter taste. That does not translate to them being unable to make a great drink though. In fact some of the best espresso is made using these beans, which are also referred to as Canephor. The beans are less expensive than their Arabica counterparts.

There are different ways in which one can make a beverage from both these types of beans. This is what results to all the different types of caffeinated beverages you find in most restaurants. Espresso for instance is made by passing steam at high pressure over the beans. An almost similar technique is used to make cappuccino as well.

There is a wide variety of caffeinated drinks to be found in any shop and it can be very confusing trying to figure out which one to buy. Having a brand in mind as you go to the supermarket is always a good idea as it will help you in the process of deciding. Looking at the ingredients is equally important also. The quality of ingredients used can help you gauge the quality of the product.

Coffee is usually expensive and with a reason. It is a tasking process to cultivate, harvest and manufacture it. More refined brands are even more expensive. When you enjoy your beverage, think about the process involved in making it as refined as it is.




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