robusta
For most of coffee history, Coffea canephora—better known as Robusta—played second fiddle to Coffea arabica (Arabica coffee), its high-grown cousin. Robusta was largely relegated to the likes of instant coffee and commercial blends, burdened by a reputation for harshness and low quality. But that narrative is shifting. Global coffee production is evolving. So are consumer tastes, roaster preferences, and scientific…
Nicaraguan Coffee Production Coffee plays a monumental role in Nicaragua's history and economy. Since the mid-1850s, the government of Nicaragua has been encouraging the establishment of coffee estates. By the early 1990s, coffee plants had occupied more land than any other crop in the country. Decades of political turbulence severely impacted the coffee trade and Nicaragua has spent recent years…
Robusta coffee is hot. In fact, Robusta coffee beans are selling at a 30 year high, so let's uncover where we are, how we got here and where we're going. Robusta is known for its bold flavor profile and higher caffeine content, holds a significant place in the global coffee market. Its cultivation is primarily concentrated in regions like Vietnam,…
Coffee production in Tanzania is thriving. As one of the largest countries in Africa, Tanzania produces as much coffee as its better-known neighbor, Kenya. But an ever-changing political climate and trade policy have left Tanzanian coffee in the shadow of the countries it borders. Together with Taylor Winch Tanzania (TWT), Genuine Origin’s sister company, we have been working on strengthening…
Arabica and robusta coffee beans by Igor Ushakov | Getty Images Arabica vs Robusta, what's the difference? How do they taste? While Arabica and Robusta coffee beans account for around 99% of the world’s coffee production and consumption, it doesn't stop there. Both Arabica and Robusta are species of the Rubiaceae family under the Coffea genus. However, new species are…
Image by Prarinya Thonghyad from Getty Images How Much Caffeine is in Coffee? It depends. Determining how much caffeine is in a cup of coffee isn’t as straightforward as it sounds. With so many brewing methods and varieties of coffee beans available today, the amount of caffeine in a single serving of brewed coffee can vary far beyond the standard…