Cafe Arabica 50 Sticks

Comparison of Arabica and Robusta Beans Classification Arabica Robusta Bean Shape

- Oval-shaped and flat
- Slightly concave in the center

- Small, round, and convex
- Center groove is almost straight Characteristics Rich and clean taste and aroma Taste is bitter with a long aftertaste Production Volume Approximately 70% of global coffee production Approximately 30% of global coffee production Major Origins Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Guatemala, Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Vietnam, India, Africa, Indonesia, some parts of Brazil Optimal Altitude Elevations of 900 to 2,000m with a cool climate Below 600m in lowland areas Optimal Temperature 15~24ºC 24~30ºC Cultivation Characteristics Grown in narrow areas of high-altitude mountains, susceptible to pests and diseases Suitable for cultivation in low-altitude plains, resistant to humidity, rainfall, and pests Harvesting Method Manual cultivation and harvesting Mechanised large-scale cultivation and harvesting, possibility of foreign substances like insects and branches Caffeine Content Relatively low Relatively high Taste and Aroma Smooth and deep flavor. Excellent sweetness, acidity, and richness Strong bitterness and lower aroma compared to Arabica Price Relatively high Relatively low