The 4 Main Types of Bean

ARABICA

• First Coffee Bean to be cultivated
• Makes up approximately 60% of global coffee production
• Originating from the Highlands of Ethiopia

ROBUSTA

• Lower Acidity than Arabica
• Makes up nearly 40% of global coffee production
• Originating in Sub-Saharan Africa

LIBERICA

• Larger bean with a fruity, full-bodied flavour
• Makes up less than 1.5% of global coffee production
• Originating in Western and Central Africa

EXCELSA

• A varietal of the Liberica plant
• Makes up between 1-7% of global coffee production
• Originating in Central Africa