Coffee Varieties

☕ How Many Coffee Varieties Exist?

There are 120+ coffee species in the world 🌍 — but most of the coffee we drink comes from just a few important ones.

🌱 Arabica (Coffea arabica)

• About 60–70% of global coffee production

• Known for smooth, complex, and aromatic flavors

• Grown mainly at higher altitudes

🌿 Robusta (Coffea canephora)

• Around 30–40% of global production

• Stronger, more bitter taste

• Contains almost twice the caffeine of Arabica

• Common in espresso blends and instant coffee

✨ Gesha (Geisha) – a famous Arabica variety

• Originated in Ethiopia and made famous in Panama

• Known for floral, jasmine, citrus, and tea-like flavors

• One of the most expensive and sought-after coffees in the world

🌳 Other rare species:

• Liberica – bold, smoky, floral profile

• Excelsa – fruity and tart notes

Even though there are 100+ coffee species, just a few varieties create the incredible range of flavors in your daily cup ☕

Which one have you tried: Arabica, Robusta, or Gesha?