robusta
- May 02, 2025
Most coffee lovers have heard of Arabica and Robusta, but the difference between the two? That often stays a bit vague. Yet it’s really interesting and pretty handy to know which bean you’re drinking. The flavour, the amount of caffeine, the price AND even where the coffee comes from: it all depends on the type of bean.
Here’s an overview of all the differences in a table
Features Arabica coffee beans Robusta coffee beans Flavour Soft, mild, fruity or floral Strong, bitter, earthy Caffeine content Lower (1.1% – 1.5%) Higher (2.2% – 2.7%) Price More expensive Cheaper Growing area High altitude (1000–2000m) Low altitude (200–800m) Climate Cool, stable climate Warm, humid climate Disease resistance Sensitive Hardy Use Specialty coffee, filter coffee Espresso blends, instant coffee Crema layer (espresso) Less present Thick crema layer Popular countries Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia Vietnam, Indonesia, Uganda Arabica and Robusta: the two main coffee species
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