Coffee
Why did coffee become the favorite drink of millions?
According to legend, about 1,000 years ago, an Ethiopian shepherd noticed the effect of coffee leaves on his goats, which began to behave very excitedly. He told his observations to the abbot of a local monastery, who dared to try coffee leaves and coffee beans. Gradually, coffee decoction became traditional for the servants and visitors of the monastery. And later, the opportunity to enjoy coffee was already available to all residents of the Arabian Peninsula.
In the 15th century, coffee became part of Yemeni culture and religion. It was used in beekeeping, religious ceremonies, and for meditation.
The import of coffee to Europe began in the 16th century. In the 19th century, coffee beans reached distant America.
Since then, coffee has gone from a status drink to an important cultural element and conversation companion. Coffee meetings have become an opportunity to enjoy moments of romantic or friendly communication.
Tasting coffee, we are energized and become more focused. However, the drink has gained popularity not only due to its tonic properties, but also due to the presence of antioxidants in its composition. Coffee consumption reduces the risk of serious diseases such as depression, Parkinson’s disease, cancer, diabetes.
Types of coffee
Coffee beans are made from the fruits of the coffee tree. Coffee beans are dried, roasted, and ground.
Types of coffee beans have different characteristics and purposes.
Taste, aroma, acidity, and aftertaste vary between types of coffee.
Classic types:
- Arabica, with its soft and fragrant taste with a barely perceptible bitterness. The price of Arabica is higher than that of Robusta. Colombia, Brazil, Ethiopia, Kenya grow Arabica at an altitude of more than 1000 meters above sea level.
- Robusta, with a more bitter taste and acidity. Robusta is grown in Vietnam, India, Uganda at lower altitudes. Its less refined taste is compensated by its greater richness and persistence.
Other types:
- Liberica, with fruity and caramel notes. The grains of this type are large and irregularly shaped.
- Eugenioides, reminiscent of the taste of vermouth. This type, with low acidity, alcoholic notes and increased sweetness, is not grown on an industrial scale due to low yields.
- Cameroon (Charrieriana) – dark, rich, spicy and moderately sweet coffee with a slight bitterness.
Producers experiment by mixing coffee types in different proportions to obtain a more complex and balanced taste.
For different regions there are traditional methods of processing coffee beans, which have become such due to the climate and conditions of the producing country, and experimental, atypical for the region, processing methods that are used to obtain a unique taste of the variety.
- Natural processing is a cheap and environmentally friendly method. The berries are dried in the sun for 3-4 weeks. After that, the skin and pulp are removed, and the grains are sorted by size and packaged.
- During the washed processing, the grains are fermented, as a result of which the coffee acquires a bright taste with a sour taste. This method requires a large amount of water. That is why it is not traditional for arid regions.
- Semi-washed processing gives a richer taste compared to washed. The pulp of the grain is partially removed before drying.
- The “Honey” method requires less water. The coffee processed by it has a sweet taste with caramel and fruity notes, goes well with milk. During drying, part of the pulp of the berry is not removed.
- Thanks to Anaerobic processing the most aromatic coffee is obtained. Fermentation occurs without access of oxygen.
- Decaf processing removes caffeine. This method allows you to enjoy coffee even before going to bed.
Popular brands
Among our products You can find brands that have stood the test of time and remain the most beloved by coffee lovers:
- Columbia Supremo. This is a classic 100% Arabica, roasted for espresso.
- Espresso blend blend. Arabica 80% plus robusta 20%. Roasted for espresso.
- Colombia decaffeinated. High-quality Arabica decaffeinated. Roasted
for espresso. - Ethiopia Yergacheffe. Arabica specialty roasted for espresso.
- Columbia Monte Blanca. Arabica specialty. Roasted for filter.
Professional choice: How to find your ideal coffee?
The taste is influenced by a number of factors, including the type of coffee, origin, processing method, degree of roasting and method of preparing the drink.
Choosing your type of coffee depends entirely on your own preferences. When choosing coffee, you need to take into account the degree of acidity, familiarize yourself with the features of processing, which gives certain notes. In addition, you need to decide on the degree of grinding, which, in turn, depends on the method you plan to use to prepare the drink.
Choosing your type of coffee depends entirely on your own preferences. When choosing coffee, you need to take into account the degree of acidity, familiarize yourself with the features of processing, which gives certain notes. In addition, you need to decide on the degree of grinding, which, in turn, depends on the method by which you plan to prepare the drink.
The best way to determine the type of coffee is tasting.
Evaluate the first aroma. It is important to do this no later than 15 minutes after grinding. Professionals assess the intensity of the aroma. It can be weak, moderate and bright.
Pour water at 92-95℃ and leave to brew for 4 minutes.
Break the crust with a spoon and evaluate the aroma again.
Cupping is a method of tasting coffee. It is most often used by roasters and baristas. It allows you to evaluate the aromatic and taste properties. Up to 30 cups of coffee are brewed at the same time, which are tasted with a spoon, sucking the liquid to spray it into the mouth.
Cappers can tell how balanced, complex, rich the taste of the coffee is, what shades it has, how dense it is, and what the aftertaste is.
For a simple consumer, it is enough that the coffee tastes good.
Experts recommend storing coffee in airtight packaging, in a cool place. This is important, because coffee easily absorbs moisture and foreign aromas.
Why should you buy coffee from Kyiv City Roastery?
We guarantee not only freshness and quality, but also a wide range for every taste, fast delivery and an individual approach to the client.
A unique advantage is the support of our managers. You will always receive advice, reminders, recommendations on the choice of coffee and its preparation method.
Coffee price
The price of coffee depends on the quality, harvest, processing method and taste profile. The price range of the Roastery is from 630 UAH to 1800 UAH/kg of coffee.
By buying coffee at Kyiv City Roastery, you get freshly roasted, high-quality, aromatic coffee at a reasonable price.
In addition, on our website in the Promotions section there are always types that are discounted.
Coffee accessories and equipment
We offer our customers everything they need for making coffee (coffee machines, coffee makers, filters, cleaning products, dishes, etc.). A wide range of accessories and equipment can be purchased or rented.