coffee

Let's dive into the world of coffee beans: Arabica vs. Robusta

- Visual Identification: Robusta beans are smaller and rounder, with a straight line, while Arabica beans are larger and oval-shaped, with an S-shaped line

- Flavor Profiles: Robusta has a more bitter taste with notes of nuts, dark chocolate, and wood, while Arabica is sweet, fruity, with bright acidity

- Caffeine Content: Robusta has significantly higher caffeine content (1.8-3.5%) compared to Arabica (0.6-1.7%)

- Growing Conditions: Arabica is grown at higher altitudes (800-2000 meters) likes shade, coolness, while Robusta is hardy, grows in lowlands, in heat

- Uses:  70% of world production is Arabica and commonly used in coffee shops, restaurants, and for home consumption, while Robusta 30% and mainly used in instant coffee and blends

- Price: Robusta is generally cheaper then Arabica