Archive for March 1st, 2010
Last time we discussed how coffee is categorized based on the location of its cultivation, and today we will explore how coffees from different regions around the globe differ and which you should use in your espresso machine. South America is known for its coffee production, and two of the three largest coffee producing countries are located on the continent: Colombia and Brazil. Colobian coffee has a high acidity and heavy body, giving it a rich coffee flavor.
As the leading coffee producing dountry in the world, there are dozens of varaeties that come from Brazil, and they each have a unique flavor profile. While there are many options, most Brazilian coffee is derived from the Bourbon plant, which produces more fruit than most other varieties. In the United States, Hawaii is the only state that produces coffee, but the beans are prized for their distinct essence.