Five Of The Best Coffee Beans In The World
The quest is always on to find the best ever coffee beans, but with so many out there it is a very daunting task. Luckily for you, Charlotte Packaging are here to help you find beans that you otherwise may never have even heard of!
Some people might say that the best coffee is down to personal choice and to a degree they would be right, but some beans are extremely desirable. Here are all the beans that will make your mouth water, your caffeine levels rise and your knees tremble with excitement:
#1 Luwak Coffee
Perhaps you’ve heard of this as civet coffee? Either way, these are the most expensive coffee beans in the world selling at around $160/lb. In recent years it has gained huge popularity, despite the rather unusual method of production. Unlike other coffee Luwak coffee is made by first being consumed by a civet (a type of mongoose), after the beans have passed through the digestive system the normal production process takes over.
“Luwak-Katze in Kepahiang” by Leendertz
There is some controversy surrounding the production of these beans, due to the production method, but now there are many steps being taken to ensure that the animals are treated well.
#2 Hawaii Kona Coffee
While there is coffee grown all over Hawaii (interestingly the only US state that produces these beans) Kona coffee is without a doubt the best. It’s grown 2,000 feet above sea level in the fertile soil that’s found on the side of volcanoes. This produces a rich, light and delicate taste that’s married with a complex aroma that’ll leave coffee lovers drooling.
#3 St Helena Coffee
This coffee has an entire island that’s found 1,200 miles off the coast of Africa. What makes this coffee truly special is that it was the favourite of Napoleon Bonaparte, who sowed seeds himself. It isn’t the cheapest coffee around and is often billed as one of the rarest, but if you can find it and afford it then you’ll be treated with a rich, floral and wine-toned flavour.
#4 Jamaica Blue Mountain
These coffee beans have one of the best reputations and for good reason. Grown in Jamaica’s Blue Mountain area, the coffee typically has a blue-green colour and features an intense aroma that will definitely get you out of bed in the morning. What makes this coffee very special is that despite the intense smell, it carries a very mild flavour with a district lack of bitterness.
#5 Bourbon Santos
Brazil produces the majority of the world’s coffee, so it is surprising that there are very few specialist, high-quality beans. Of all the beans produced here only two really stand out – Santos and Rio. Out of these, Bourbon Santos coffee is the best in Brazil providing a smooth, mild flavour with a good aroma.
#6? Your Coffee
While beans contribute greatly to the overall taste of the coffee, it is the roast that makes the final difference. For this reason, even small speciality coffee blenders can make a coffee that will blow your mind. With the right coffee packaging, a little bit of advertising and the perfect blend your coffee could be the next best thing!
Have you mastered the art of the perfect roast? Are you looking for the best way to present your beautiful beans to your customers? We have 40 years of expert knowledge in packaging solutions, get in touch or meet us for a coffee and we can help you find the best food packaging solutions for your business.