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Sunday, July 18, 2010

Arabica vs Robusta

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Still waiting for my beans.  The Social beans have arrived but can't be collected until Monday.  The Dean's Beans should be arriving on Thursday. So what's the big deal about the Arabica beans anyway?  Why exactly are they so much better?  Here are just a few reasons:
  • Arabica beans grow more slowly than Robusta and this allows them to develop more complex, full flavours.
  • Beacuse Arabica beans generaly have more flavour naturally they can be enjoyed as light and medium roasts.  Robusta is sometimes overroasted to compensate for lack of flavour.
  • More flavourful beans allow for less coffee additives such as sugar and milk.
  • Arabica beans contain less caffeine- so you can drink more of it!

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