Coffee Beans

The best espresso beans are those expertly roasted and balanced for the high-pressure extraction method, typically featuring medium to dark roasts and a blend of Arabica and Robusta. Flavor balance, oil content, and freshness are crucial for achieving a thick, rich crema. Read on to discover the ideal types and roasts for your perfect shot.

The Timor Hybrid coffee is a natural cross between Coffea Arabica and Coffea Canephora (Robusta) originating from East Timor, inheriting disease resistance genes. This unique Arabica variety, possessing 4 chromosome pairs, is vital for Arabica breeding programs against coffee leaf rust. Dive into its genetics and its descendants like Catimor and Sarchimor.

Bourbon coffee is a highly celebrated Arabica varietal, tracing its origins to Yemen and Ethiopia before being widely cultivated on Réunion Island (Île Bourbon) in the 1700s. It is prized for its complex flavor profile, which features a satisfying balance of sweetness and acidity, rich aromas of fruit and caramel, and a smooth, full body. Bourbon is a foundational varietal, giving rise to important mutations like Caturra and Pacas. Explore the history, unique chemistry, and diverse relatives of this globally significant coffee plant.

Typica coffee is one of the original and most historically significant varieties of Coffea Arabica, tracing its global journey from Ethiopia and Yemen starting in the 15th century. While it is known for its low yield and disease susceptibility, Typica is highly prized in the specialty coffee market for the excellent quality of its large beans when grown at optimal altitudes (1000m to 1600m). Its genetic lineage is the backbone for many varieties, including Blue Mountain and Maragogype. Discover the rich legacy and unique characteristics of this “Queen of the Coffee World.”