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Our Complete range of products are EAROMA ARABICA COFFEE POWDER, Robusta Coffee Powder and EXCELSA COFFEE POWDER.
Arabica coffee beans account for more than 60%-80% of the global coffee consumption. Arabica coffee receives its popular from its aroma and sweeter taste. Arabica beans have a mild, aromatic taste punctuated with flavour tones of blue berry and fruit. Arabica beans are grown in cool subtropical climates at a higher elevation 800m to 2000m, which means they need lots of moisture, shade, and sunlight to grow. Arabica coffee is indigenous to high altitudes of Yemen and Ethiopian highlands. Arabic coffee is one of the expensive varieties due to its harsh cultivation methods.
Brewing Method
Filtered water or spring water is considered best for brewing coffee. Distilled water is not recommended because it subdues the delicate flavour of Arabica coffee beans. The ideal temperature to brew coffee is 90C-95C. Ground Arabica coffee beans can be brewed through drip maker, plunger or French press, or percolator method. The ratio of water to coffee powder is essential for a perfect cup of coffee. Approx. 30g of coffee powder is recommended for 700ml of water. Bitterness of coffee can be managed by adding or reducing hot water.
Storage
It is important to store Arabica coffee beans or ground coffee in an airtight container at a cool and dry place, away from sunlight. The refrigeration helps to keep coffee fresh. Avoid storing the coffee container along flavoursome items in the refrigerator as it may lose its character.
Robusta coffee accounts for 30% of the coffee production in the world. Robusta coffee is indigenous to sub-Saharan African forests, Vietnam, India and Indonesia. The Robusta coffee produces full-bodied coffee with has high caffeine content and antioxidants than Arabica beans. Roasted Robusta beans have bitter to harsh taste range with flavour profile of oatmeal" or rubber. Harsher Robusta beans are used as filler in popular coffee blends available at superstores. Robusta beans are grown at lower altitudes and defiant against harsh weather and pests, which makes them less pricey than Arabica beans.
Brewing Methods
Freshly drawn filtered water is considered best for brewing the coffee. Sugar and coffee powder are two important requisites for preparing the coffee. The caffeine content and taste of the coffee depends on the brewing method. Robusta coffee powder also blends well with milk, so is used for hot and cold coffee beverages. There are many ways to brew Robusta coffee such as French press, drip coffee, espresso and more. The caffeine content for different brewing methods is: drip or filter 265 mg/250ml, brew 198 mg/250ml, instant coffee 115mg/cup and espresso 141 mg/shot.
Robusta coffee powder is used in many instant coffee blends and Italian espresso. Robusta beans produce thick crme and aroma, when brewed in an espresso machine. The Italian espresso is popular for its thick crme, rich texture and aroma.
Storage
The flavour of the brewed coffee depends on the method of storage. Coffee should be stored in an airtight container away from dry and cool place untouched by moisture and light.
Excelsa is the popular variety of coffee, which often gets confused with Liberica and Robusta coffee beans due to its similar beans and taste. Scientifically acknowledged asCoffea Dewerti, Excelsa contributes to 7% of coffee production around the globe. The Excelsa beans have a distinctive flavour profile reminding a tart or a ripened fruit. Excelsa coffee powder is used in many house blends along with Robusta and Arabica. The Excelsa powder adds complexity and character to the coffee blend. Excelsa coffee beans are cultivated in medium altitudes and possess teardrop shape, which proclaims it resemblance to Liberica. The Excelsa was recently acknowledged as the variety of Liberica.
Brewing Method
Water, sugar and coffee powder is required for brewing a cup of coffee. Filtered water or pure spring water is used for brewing coffee. Excelsa coffee powder is brewed the same way as most other types of coffee. Excelsa coffee powder can be brewed using French press, percolator, aeropress, drip brewers and more. The taste of coffee can be controlled by right amount of coffee powder and sugar. The right choice of brewing method will help to reduce preparation time, control bitterness and enhance taste.
Storage
Excelsa coffee powder should be kept away from moisture, dryness, sunlight and flavoursome food items such as garlic and spices. The coffee powder loses its aroma when it comes in contact with oxygen. It is recommended to store coffee in a sealed, room-temperature bag to retain its flavour.
Benny Thomas (Kalavara Foods)
13/294B, Thiruvangad, Thalassery, Kerala - 670103, Kannur - 670307, India
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