Arabica & Robusta Coffee Beans

Name: Arabica &amp; Robusta Coffee Beans
SKU: 462
Rating: 5.00 (1 reviews)

Appearance: Robusta beans are generally smaller, rounder, and denser.
Color: Often has a darker green or brown hue before roasting.
Crease: The groove in the center of the bean is straighter.
Growing altitude: Grows at lower elevations, typically from sea level up to 900 meters.
Temperature: Thrives in hotter climates with temperatures between 18°–36°C.
Pollination: Requires cross-pollination, leading to more genetic variation.
Hardiness: Hardier and more resistant to pests and disease, which makes it less expensive to cultivate

Category: Nuts & Spices

Specification	Arabica	Robusta
Species	Coffea arabica	Coffea canephora
Flavor	Smooth, sweet, nuanced, complex	Strong, bold, bitter, earthy
Appearance	Oval, larger, flatter bean	Round, smaller, denser bean
Central Crease	Curved S-shape	Straight line
Caffeine	0.8–1.4%	1.7–4.0%
Sugar Content	6–9%	3–7%
Lipid Content	15–17%	10–12%
Growing Altitude	High altitudes (600–2000m)	Low altitudes (0–900m)
Hardiness	Delicate, susceptible to pests	Hardy, resistant to pests
Cost	More expensive	More affordable
Common Use	Specialty coffee, high-quality blends	Espresso blends, instant coffee