The best varieties of ground coffee

Julia Vern

Everyone knows that coffee is best bought in beans to grind in a coffee grinder and immediately brew your favorite drink in a Turk. This method allows you to preserve its taste and aroma, which coffee loses very quickly after grinding. But, despite the benefits of all-bean coffee, not everyone can afford to make it. Firstly, it will take a few precious morning minutes, and secondly, you need a coffee grinder. What to do in this case? Really buy instant? Optional: ground coffee is a worthy alternative. Which is the best and how to choose it? More on this below.

How to Buy the Best Ground Coffee: Tips

So, when choosing your favorite drink in a supermarket, you should pay attention to:

• Grade.

Most of the producers supply coffee of two types - arabica and robusta. The highest quality and tastiest coffee is obtained from one hundred percent Arabica. But robusta also has its advantages: due to the large amount of caffeine in its composition, the drink turns out to be especially strong, invigorating and bitter. Lovers of exotic will love coffee with berry or chocolate flavors.

• Roasting.

The aroma, taste and strength of the drink depend on it. Roast can be medium, high or low - and the flavor can vary greatly between different brands of coffee of the same roast. It should be noted that strong roasting makes the beans more bitter, so supporters of a mild taste should choose low or medium.

• Supplements.

Now on store shelves you can find coffee with extracts of coconut, cognac, orange, nuts, amaretto ... As a rule, all these additives are unnatural, and therefore it is better for fans of experiments to buy and add spices to the drink on their own. Ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg or cardamom will add a wonderful twist to the usual coffee taste.

• Freshness.

The date of manufacture is very important for ground coffee - as already mentioned, it loses its taste rather quickly. Therefore, the fresher the drink is, the better. The ideal option is to purchase it in a specialty store, where the coffee beans are ground at the customer's disposal.

• Packaging.

You should choose ground coffee in a solid package - it will preserve the precious taste and aroma better than soft.But if, nevertheless, the choice is made in favor of the latter, you need to check if there is a special valve on it. By clicking on it, you can smell the coffee. It also serves as proof that the powder was packaged immediately after grinding.

• Manufacturer.

Of course, a well-known brand that has earned numerous positive reviews is not a guarantee that the coffee will be to your taste. But, at least, such a drink will be of high quality and without impurities. The rating of ground coffee in Russia by brand, based on the opinions of buyers, will help to understand which manufacturer is worth trusting.

The best ground coffee: rating and prices

1 place

Jardin takes the first place on the list. This coffee is produced in Switzerland, as well as in Russia - by Orimi Trade from St. Petersburg. The raw materials for Jardin are supplied from Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala. The assortment of the brand includes many varieties and varieties of coffee from excellent blends of one hundred percent Arabica, you can also find a single variety.

They all differ in taste and strength, for which the manufacturer has a five-point scale. Jardin is popular with consumers due to its good quality-price ratio: a soft 250-gram package will cost 250-300 rubles.

2nd place

The second place in the ranking is deservedly taken by Camardo, originally from sunny Italy. The brand was founded several decades ago and remains a family business to this day. For ground coffee Camardo, the best blends of Robusta and Arabica are used, the ratio of which can be different - from 90% / 10% to 50% / 50%. The line contains 100% Arabica of the highest quality, and a drink completely free of caffeine.

Raw materials are supplied from ecologically clean territories of Africa, Brazil, South America and Guatemala. Camardo is mainly purchased by restaurants, hotels and offices of large firms, so it will not be easy to find it in supermarkets, but in specialized coffee shops or on the Internet it is quite possible. This is a rather expensive coffee, but it's worth it: the price of a 250-gram package fluctuates around 500-600 rubles.

3rd place

The bronze medalist of the rating of the best is another "Italian" named Mauro. Produced in the best traditions of classic Italian coffee. The main specialization of the manufacturer is espresso, most of the blends in the line are intended for lovers of this drink. But the espresso brand is not limited: the assortment includes varieties with different ratios of Arabica and Robusta - for every taste. Mauro has medium strength, medium and low roast. The brand belongs to the premium segment, which explains the rather high price: 300-400 rubles for a 250-gram can or package.

4th place

In the list of the best brands of an invigorating drink, a Russian manufacturer was not without: Live Coffee confidently takes 4th place. And there is a reason: high-quality raw materials from one hundred percent Arabica, innovative roasting technologies patented by the manufacturer, eco-friendly paper packaging from recycled materials.

The assortment of the brand includes classic coffee for making espresso, coffee with additives, as well as single varieties from different countries: Colombia, Guatemala, Ethiopia, Kenya. Live Coffee is positioned as a fresh product (hence the name), because the beans are processed and packaged in Russia and almost immediately go to the shelves. Each paper coffee bag is marked with the date of packaging and roasting. The cost of 200 g of Live Coffee is 250-550 rubles - depending on the type of ground beans. Plantation coffee and monosort will cost the most.

5th place

The next is again an Italian coffee brand called Lavazza. The history of the company began over a hundred years ago. From a small grocery store, Lavazza has grown into a large international company. It is now the best-selling coffee brand in its home country. Lavazza's assortment includes more than 15 types of ground grains with different percentages of robusta and arabica in the composition.

All varieties differ in taste, aroma, strength and degree of roasting. One of them, Pieranoma, is ideal for making a latte or cappuccino due to its slight acidity and low caffeine level. The other, Espresso, will appeal to fans of the drink of the same name. Well, Qualita Pro is a real classic of Italian coffee with a pronounced pleasant aroma and honey taste. The buyer will give from 250 to 500 rubles for 250 g of Lavazza: it depends on the packaging, variety and percentage of Arabica in the composition.

6th place

The ground coffee rating cannot do without the Finnish brand Paulig. This brand is more than 140 years old, of which 25 it finds grateful buyers on the Russian market. Paulig coffee has a fairly high strength, light roast and strong aroma. It is made from 100% Central American, Kenyan and Ethiopian Arabica. The Paulig assortment offers both classic and coffee with vanilla, chocolate or cardamom. You can buy a package weighing 250 g for 300-400 rubles.

7th place

Another Italian brand Illy - coffee is not cheap. But its quality matches the price: the manufacturer is very scrupulous about this. No other coffee company on the world market pays so much attention to scientific research that will improve the product.

Raw materials are supplied from Ethiopia, Costa Rica, Kenya, Brazil - there the company has laboratories in which scientists-breeders work. Coffee beans go through four stages of control: immediately after harvest, upon arrival in Italy, before roasting and packaging. Illy coffee has a delicate deep taste and a small percentage of caffeine in the composition. It is made from ten elite varieties of Arabica, the price of a traditional 250-gram package is 850-1200 rubles.

8th place

The next producer of ground coffee, again from Italy, is Kimbo, who keeps the traditions of his hometown of Naples. In the Kimbo line there is a classic Espresso Napolitano of a strong roast, a more sophisticated Espresso Antica Tradizione, decaffeinated

Decaf, which is not inferior in taste to full-fledged coffee, as well as the original Aroma Intenso, which has a caramel-chocolate aftertaste and a delicate spicy aroma. All varieties are produced from blends of Arabica and Robusta in various ratios. The cost of Kimbo coffee in vacuum or tin packaging is on average 500 rubles per 250 g.

9th place

Another domestic producer of ground coffee was awarded a place in the ranking of the best. The Madeo brand is known for its unique technologies for roasting coffee beans. Because of them, the finished drink acquires a delicate, exquisite aroma. The raw material for coffee production - 100% Arabica - is purchased by the company from certified plantations in Mexico, India, Vietnam, Costa Rica, Nicaragua. The taste of Madeo coffee is bright with a slight sourness, the strength is medium, the drink invigorates perfectly. The price per package is 400-500 rubles.

10th place

The rating is completed by the French brand Malongo, which produces both ground and grain coffee. The manufacturer offers single varieties of Arabica from different countries: Ephiopian Moka with a bitter taste and strong aroma; Pure Kenyan Coffee with a berry aftertaste, Haitian Blue from Haiti with unique caramel-lemon shades, fruity Pure Colombian Coffee - and this is not a complete assortment. It is worth highlighting the original packaging of the brand: coffee is supplied in vacuum metal cans weighing 250 g. The price of such a can is from 500 to 2500 rubles.

So the rating of the best manufacturers has come to an end, which is designed to help in deciding which ground coffee is the most delicious. Of course, this question is purely individual, but few will doubt the quality of the products of the above brands.

Coffee is the most popular beverage in the world. There are many varieties and brands of it, so the buyer often faces a difficult choice: which coffee is the best?

In Russia, ground coffee is inferior to instant coffee in terms of popularity.But for its lovers, there are many well-known brands on the market with their own lines of varieties.

So how do you choose the perfect coffee for yourself?

Which ground coffee is better

The taste of coffee beans determines several parameters: the ripening conditions of the plant, the climate in which it grows, weather conditions and even the composition of the soil.

The country of manufacture

When choosing coffee according to this criterion, it is recommended to adhere to the following points:

1. Coffee from India is considered strong and has a spicy, bitter and sweet flavor. Indian coffee is completely devoid of sourness, which is considered a characteristic of Arabica.
    
2. Kenyan and Yemeni varieties are known for their high caffeine content and low acidity. Colombian and Brazilian coffees have higher acidity. Alpine varieties are distinguished by their delicate taste and rich aroma. The bitterness characteristic of coffee is practically not felt in them.
    
3. Ethiopian coffee is of impeccable quality. From its grains, a high-quality, strong and deep drink is obtained, in the taste of which you can discern chocolate notes and there are light fruit shades.
    
4. Coffee from Brazil often has an unpleasant taste in the pharmacy. The reason for this is the high content of quinine in the soil. Its grains are rarely used neat. As a rule, they are part of blends and mixtures.
    
5. Cuban coffee is exported as blends. They go on sale under the qubit trademark.
    
6. The best single varieties of coffee are sold in the form of beans. Specialty coffee shops often provide an additional free service for grinding beans right at the point of purchase.

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Varieties

When buying ground coffee, it is recommended to give preference to the most proven and popular varieties.

1. Ethiopian Harari. It will appeal to lovers of strong coffee and those who appreciate chocolate notes in the drink.
    
2. Kenyan Kilimanjaro. Grows on the slopes of the famous volcano. It is characterized by a fruity-wine taste, rich aroma and a hint of spices.
    
3. The Panamanian variety Geisha is rapidly gaining popularity today. It is one of the best coffee varieties with a pure and rich taste. Differs in citrus acidity, subtle lime notes and the aroma of lychee flowers.
4. Indian varieties are in great demand on the market. Plantation A has a rich aroma and low acidity. And Indian monsoon coffee beans are dried on the ocean shore. Therefore, the drink turns out to be dense and bright, with a spicy aroma and almost completely devoid of acidity.
    
5. Qubita is a strong and rich drink. It is spiced up by a bright aroma and notes of pepper.
    
6. Yemeni Mocha, although most often a blend, is considered a classic coffee with hints of chocolate, wine and fruit and excellent taste.
    
7. For those who cannot imagine waking up in the morning without a cup of strong coffee, Antigua from Guatemala is recommended. It has practically no bitterness, but the aroma and taste of chocolate is clearly felt.
    
8. Jamaican Blue Mountain - soft and delicate coffee with fruity and wine notes and almost no bitterness.

Roast degree

The brightly colored pods we see in stores usually contain heavily roasted coffee. Russian and European companies, purchasing grain from producers, most often fry the mixture on their own, using the Italian roasting technology. This product approach is easy to explain. Lightly roasted ground coffee cannot be stored for a long time, even if it is packed in vacuum bags.

Those who are used to buying grain by weight need to know that the strength of the finished drink depends on the degree of roasting.

For ground coffee, a strong to medium roast is considered optimal. After all, only she is able to reveal the flavor bouquet of coffee beans.

Grinding degrees

The grind classification is quite simple and understandable even for those who are not professionals in the coffee industry. It includes 5 basic steps.

1. Coarse grind. The particles of the crushed grains are up to 1 mm in size and are ideal for preparing a drink in a French press. A coffee pot and a coffee maker are also suitable for this purpose.
2. Average. Almost does not differ from a large one. For him, the ideal device would be a coffee machine or a car-type coffee maker.
    
3. Small. Its capabilities are limited. To brew coffee of this grind, you need a turk (cezve).
    
4. Extra fine grind for espresso. Espresso is prepared in special coffee machines. The preparation technology involves the passage of hot steam through the crushed coffee beans.
    
5. Powdered grind is the best option for preparing Turkish coffee. The drink turns out to be thick and stretchy, therefore it is one of the most beloved by true connoisseurs of coffee.

Rating of the best brands of ground coffee

Coffee trade marks are widely represented on supermarket shelves and are able to satisfy the most demanding and discerning tastes. Of course, if there is an opportunity, it is better to buy a monosort rather than a mixture.

The most delicious coffees

Varieties from Central America, Kenya and Ethiopia are highly valued. Professional experts prefer Blue Mountain from Jamaica, Panamanian Geisha and Kopi Luwak (Indonesia). But buyers in different countries of the world have their own preferences regarding the choice of goods.

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Top brands

1. The most popular is ground coffee Jardin, which is a line of high-quality ground coffee varieties, different in taste and strength of the drink. Jardin is made exclusively from Arabica.
    
2. Italian Camardo. The line includes both espresso and Turkish coffee varieties. It is supplied to Russia relatively recently, but has already gained many admirers due to its taste and tart aroma.
    
3. Mauro. Popular Italian premium brand. Its blends are mainly offered for the preparation of espresso.
    
4. "Live coffee". Single varieties for every taste for coffee gourmets. Quite expensive for the price, but the cost is justified. High-quality arabica and relatively complex roasting technologies are used for the production.
    
5. Lavazza is a legendary Italian brand known for its exquisite taste and surprisingly delicate aroma. Considered to be very good coffee. Popular in many countries of the world, including Russia. Read more about the types of Lavazza coffee and reviews about it here.
6. Finnish coffee Paulig. It is known for its impeccable quality, great taste and aroma.
    
7. Ionia. Best suited for automatic cooking. Tastes very similar to Paulig.
    
8. Illy is an Italian premium brand. Elite Arabica coffee with delicate taste, delicate aroma and rather low caffeine content.
    
9. Madeo is an Italian brand. Offers coffee of high strength, with a slight sourness, but bright and unique taste.
    
10. Malongo is a premium brand. It presents on the Russian market a large assortment of high quality coffee, which will be appreciated by connoisseurs of this drink.

Consumer reviews

Irina, 31 years old:

I really love coffee! Frankly, I've tried quite a few varieties! But the most versatile and affordable option is Jardin! Great variety!

Olga, 26 years old:

My husband and I adore the Lavazza in the red and blue tutu. We haven't tried it in a black pack yet, but we are planning. Many times they tried to switch to more expensive or cheaper varieties, but this one is still liked the most.

Alexandra, 42 years old:

I bought a Pauling classic. The first time I liked it very much, then I bought it a second time.It already smelled completely different and was overcooked. But the color is normal. Apparently, another party came across. Probably, the point here is not the brand, but the party.

To distract from the pungent smell, I put a vanilla stick there. In general, I love coffee with a chocolate flavor.

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Coffee varieties are not as numerous and difficult to classify as a beginner might think. They can be easily divided into types of coffee (arabica and robusta), countries of origin, processing methods and destination. This article covers the following questions: the best coffee beans, premium coffees, how to choose coffee for home brewing, and which coffee producing countries to look out for.

Coffee varieties

Types and varieties of coffee

Almost all coffee that is grown in the world can be attributed to one of two types: arabica and robusta. These are beans obtained from Arabian and Congolese coffee trees, respectively. The origin of the name Arabica is intuitive, and robusta means strong. This word in its original sense reflects the adaptability to growing in flat areas, and stronger immunity.

The total production of Arabica varieties is more than twice that of Robusta. Moreover, within each type there are many varieties, some of which are more valuable, while others are suitable for specific drinks. Almost all of the mined Arabica goes for sale in grains or in ground form. Robusta is mainly used for making instant coffee.

Arabica and robusta - what other varieties are there?

In addition to the two listed varieties, which account for about 98% of the total world production of coffee beans, such varieties as Liberica, Excelsa and Maragodzhip should be noted.

Liberica coffee beans, although they are in third place in terms of production in the world, are practically not found on sale anywhere in the world, except for Africa, where they are actually grown. This unpretentious tree produces grains that have a strong bitter taste. Because of it, Liberica is not cooked in its pure form, but enriches various varieties of Arabian grains with aroma.

Arabica and Robusta

Excelsa is one of the rare species of coffee tree, with a record height of 15-20 meters. The most famous variety of this coffee is mocha, from which, in fact, Mundo Novo, Marakaju, Caturra and other Indian varieties originate.

Many elite coffees in the world belong to the type of excelsa, but the most valuable among them is soft Colombian. It has a deep rich taste, memorable smell and excellent grain quality. Almost all stages of harvesting and processing are carried out manually, which also increases the cost of the product.

The most expensive type of coffee

Kopi Luwak coffee is both the most valuable (in monetary terms) and the most unusual coffee in the world. Its key difference from analogs is the processing technology. One of its stages is the fermentation of grains in the digestive tract of the musang animal, also called the Chinese badger.

Musang, first of all, has a good taste for the fruit of the walnut tree - it absorbs only the ripe and large ones. However, inside the animal's gastrointestinal tract, they are only partially digested and fermented with gastric juice and civet. The grain released with excrement is collected by people, washed, dried and fried.

Photo: the most expensive coffee in the world

It is characteristic that the valuable enzyme in the animal's body is active only in certain six months, so the collection of this variety occurs seasonally. Grains that have been digested by males are also more valuable.

Other elite varieties

• Chon. Vietnamese grand coffee with similar processing technology. True, the functions of Musangs in Vietnam are assigned to martens. Like their Indonesian counterparts, martens “give out” only about 7% of the feedstock.Some time ago, these animals lived in the status of pests, and today they are honorably grown on special coffee farms. The grains are washed from excrement and dried several times in a row, and only after that they are fried. A kilogram of Chon costs about $ 200.
• Black Ivory (Black Ivory) or "Black tusk" - another sport of coffee, produced not without the participation of our smaller brothers. Although, it is difficult to say "smaller" about elephants. Yes, this coffee is harvested from the excrement of elephants in Thailand, which consume the ripe berries of the Arabian coffee tree. After about 30 hours, the coffee "comes out of the elephant" devoid of bitterness (due to the dissolution of some proteins with acid). Black Ivory is not only devoid of bitterness even in its strongest performance, but also takes on fruity notes. It tops Vietnam's coffees at up to $ 1,100 per kilo.
• Coffee Yauco Selecto. Caribbean Arabica, selling for $ 50 a kilo. It is not fermented in the animal's body - just a rare variety with an unusual pleasant taste.
• Starbucks. Own variety of the global giant of the coffee industry. It is sold at $ 50-60 per kg, has a distinctive smell and memorable taste with a slight sourness and spices.
• Blue Mountain is a Jamaican variety highly regarded for its lack of bitterness in a mild, intense flavor. It costs from $ 100 per kilogram and for some reason is very popular among the Japanese.

Coffee beans: rating of the best varieties by country of production

1. Brazil is the unsurpassed leader in the quality of coffee beans in the world. This is not surprising, since it produces the most coffee in the world, and the local Arabica is represented by more than 40 different varieties.
2. Guatemalan coffee is not that common, as the size of the country limits harvest options. However, among gourmets there are many who consider coffee beans from Guatemala to be the most delicious at all.
3. Kenya is one of the leaders not only in tea, but also in the coffee industry. Amazingly, Kenyans manage to keep the quality of both products at a high level. Kenyan coffee is distinguished by currant flavor, slight acidity and high quality.
4. Colombia is another region from which the best coffee is exported. Locally sourced beans produce lighter and more fruity coffee drinks than Brazilian or Kenyan Arabica.

There are more than a dozen more countries in the world that produce good and unusual coffee, but the above four is a kind of standard of constant quality. There is a debate among coffee gourmets about the possibility of the presence of Yemeni, Caribbean and Cuban varieties at the top of this rating.

Varieties of coffee beans. Rating of trade marks in Russia

Planting and growing a particular type of coffee does not guarantee that it will yield the best coffee beans. The technology of harvesting and processing is of great importance. Therefore, we can say that some brands have both ground and whole grain products of consistently better quality than others.

All manufacturers listed in the following list offer quality products that meet current standards, so the difference between them is rather arbitrary.

The best coffee varieties in the Russian retail market:

• Jardin. High quality roasted Arabica with excellent aroma and taste. The manufacturer sorts the grain well before packaging, and also offers varieties in different price categories.
• Kimbo. Italian coffee is not well known among the general consumer. Fans celebrate its wonderful taste without unnecessary bitterness and acidity. The manufacturer sorts the grain in an exemplary manner before shipment and also offers the product in different price segments.
• Gut! It offers customers both robusta and arabica with an enviable varietal variety in both varieties. A consistently high-quality brand, which, unfortunately, is not as common in retail chains as its lovers would like.
• "Live coffee" represents a wide variety of commodity items, in which, as a rule, there are no blends, but only a monosort product.There are varieties with additional aromatization. Good packaging, high-quality roasting and good grain - Live Coffee online store.
• Gaggia. This brand entered the Russian coffee market recently, but immediately gained a good reputation due to its high quality. Despite the modest varietal variety, Gaggia offers coffee with a rich aroma and pleasant taste.
• Malongo. French producer of coffee, primarily intended for espresso. High-quality processing and packaging preserve the deep taste of Arabica and do not allow it to lose its rich aroma during storage.
• Lavazza. One of the best Italian coffee brands in the premium segment. Many Russian gourmets recognize it as the best. A wide product line allows Lavazza to satisfy the tastes of lovers of different coffee, offering both single varieties and blends.
• EvaDia is an Italian manufacturer familiar to those deeply immersed in coffee culture. Has an impeccable reputation but uses only the finest coffees. Therefore, it does not fall into the category of budget brands.
• Italcafe is an Italian coffee brand with exquisite taste and high quality beans. It belongs to the premium segment, but is recognized by gourmets as one of the best varieties.

List: coffee varieties and their characteristics

• Arabica Santos. Brazilian variety with a tart taste, slight bitterness and moderate odor.
• Arabica Medellin. Colombian coffee with a slight sourness and a pleasant sweetish taste.
• Arabica Tarrazu. Costa Rican variety with a nutty flavor, bright aroma and rich mild flavor.
• Arabica Blue Mountain. A premium variety from Jamaica with a strong pleasant aroma and a delicate rich taste.
• Arabian Mocco. Yemenite coffee with captivating chocolate notes, wine flavor and sourness.
• Arabica Kenian. Classic Kenyan Arabica is a good coffee with a powerful aroma and deep tart taste.
• Arabica Maysor. Aromatic Indian coffee with wine notes, light sourness and delicate taste.
• Arabica Kilimanjaro or Moshi. The best Tanzanian varieties. Quite sour, but they have an unforgettable aroma.
• Arabica Cona. Cuban coffee grandee with tart taste, deep aroma and sweet aftertaste.
• Arabica Java. Java variety of Indonesian coffee. It is difficult to confuse it with others, since the variety has a sweetish smoky aftertaste.
• Arabica Sumatra. As a rule, it is very deeply fried, which is why it gets a sharp, rich taste.
• Arabica Ethiopian Harar. Ethiopian coffee with a strong strong aroma and wine taste, which is slightly currant.
• Robusta Indian Cherry. A popular variety of robusta, memorable for its sourness, decent bitterness, but surprisingly deep aroma.
• Arabica Australia Skyberry. “Young” variety from the green continent, which has already gained great popularity all over the world. It has a mild, slightly tart taste, slightly reminiscent of the Jamaican Blue Mountain.
• Arabica Guatemala Antigua. Bitter coffee from Central America with light citrus and prune aftertaste. The aroma has a chocolate spice.

Strong coffee varieties

Despite the immense popularity of Arabica among gourmets for its gustatory and aromatic depth, Robusta maintains its position in the coffee market quite confidently. The fact is that the strongest coffees are robusta varieties. And most of the consumers are chasing after strength and caffeine. That is why robusta is always relevant.

Yes, there is more caffeine in robusta than in arabica, but in practice it is difficult to objectively compare them. This product is almost entirely processed into granular or freeze-dried coffee. It is from Robusta that the best varieties of instant coffee are made. In the final product, the percentage of caffeine is naturally lower.

Moreover, extra-energetic restretto can be made from Arabica. When using 7-9 g of ground grain per 20 ml of water, you will get a drink, the difference between the dose of the substance in which will be minimal, therefore, the effect is almost the same.Therefore, the problem of lack of grain robusta is easily solved by increasing the amount of Arabica per unit of water.

When looking for the best coffees for spirits, consider the following:

1. Robusta Uganda.
2. Monsoon Malabar.
3. Sulawesi Torah.
4. Cubito.
5. Yemen Mocha.
6. Blue Mountain.

Blend. Which coffee to choose for higher strength:

• Death Wish. The strongest coffee blend in the world that you can buy in only one New York coffee shop (or online). The composition is classified, and the caffeine content is one and a half times higher than in espresso. No wonder the name is literally translated as "Suicide Note".
• Espresso IR. A blend of Italian roast available in some Russian stores. It is characterized by a large dose of caffeine and pleasant nutty notes in the smell. May often be sold under the name Italian Espresso.
• Paganini. Another espresso blend available for purchase in Russia. It consists of about a quarter of robusta and is considered one of the strongest coffee blends.
• On supermarket shelves, you should pay attention to such commodity items as Sumatra Mandheling (Jardin), Espresso di Milano, Blaser Opera, Blaser Rosso & Nero, Grande Ristorazine (Lavazza).

Among the varieties of instant coffee, high-quality blends with a natural grain content of at least 18% have the highest strength. Among the assortment available on the shelves of chain stores, one can single out the brands Carte Noire, Egoiste and Bushido Red Katana.

How to choose coffee: what affects the taste

In addition to the form in which to buy coffee, you should pay attention to other factors that make up the taste, aroma and impact of the drink on the body. When choosing coffee beans, which is better and stronger, you can turn to a simple rule - the higher the country of cultivation is in relation to sea level, the softer and richer the taste and aroma of the drink, as a rule. We are talking here about Arabica, since Robusta and Liberica are grown in the flat area.

Before choosing a coffee, you should think about the desired roasting behavior of the beans. A shorter (lighter) roast keeps the product tender and soft without adding bitterness. This product is perfect for coffee drinks with milk, cream, ice cream, etc.

Coffee roasting and influence on taste

Medium roasting makes the beans more bitter and noticeably enhances their smell. This is the most popular choice among drink aficionados as it is well balanced between strength and delicacy.

A long roast, called Italian or French, makes the coffee very bitter, very strong and most aromatic. Such coffee is not to the taste of every coffee lover, since its taste is very bitter.

Grinding is another important parameter, since the cooking time depends on it. There are three grades in total: coarse, medium and fine. Particle size depends on how long the coffee grinder has been processing. Any grade according to this indicator can be achieved at home, if not too lazy to put a lot of effort for the sake of fine-grained ground coffee for a Turk.

Yes, coffee with the smallest particle size is used for brewing in a Turk or cezve. For the French press, on the contrary, it is the largest. A medium grind is suitable for most coffee makers, but can be successfully prepared in other ways as well. After all, the freshness of the product and its original quality are more important to taste.

How to choose ground coffee

Ground coffee

• Decide whether you need a decaffeinated product, or a truly tonic one.
• Examine the composition - ground coffee is often sold as a blended blend. However, this is more often an advantage, since strength and taste are combined.
• Determine the required degree of grind, depending on the purpose of the product, as well as the level of roast.
• Check the packaging for leaks. Ground grains are sold compressed without air inside the package. It is desirable that it be made of multi-layer foil.
• You should not buy for future use - after opening the pack, ground coffee will quickly deteriorate, losing its smell and taste.
• It is better to buy a product with a production date as late as possible.

How to choose coffee beans

• According to the recommendations described above, determine the preferred "homeland" of the grain.
• Examine the label. It contains information about the country of production, the degree of roasting, composition, date of packaging and the period until which the product is usable.
• Check Russian-made coffee for compliance with GOST.
• Examine the packaging. It must be tight, airtight. There should not be a lot of free air inside the package. It is possible to have a special valve for bleeding the evolved gases.
• The beans should be whole, evenly roasted, and equal in size.

How to choose instant coffee

Instant coffee benefits and harms

• Powdered or freeze-dried coffee must be sold in sealed containers, glass or metal. There should be no cracks, chips or scratches on the container.
• The information about the product must indicate the GOST of production, the date of manufacture and packaging, and the country of origin.
• The shelf life of the product is important.

What coffee to choose for a coffee maker

In general, the design and model of the coffee maker does not affect the rules for choosing coffee for it. In this matter, you should also rely on personal preference. According to personal preferences regarding the strength of the drink, the degree of roast and variety are selected.

A medium grind is best for coffee makers. It is quite versatile and manages to cook well in devices with different processing times. The recommended time for additional infusion after cooking is up to 6 minutes.

To select quality raw materials, you should rely on the advice already given above.

How to choose coffee beans for a coffee machine

Coffee beans for a coffee machine - how to choose

The device, which brews and grinds coffee without human intervention, greatly facilitates the process of preparing a drink. In this case, to say specifically which types of coffee are best suited for a coffee machine is not only incorrect - everyone has different tastes. However, some trends can be described:

• for fragrant - arabica, for strong - robusta;
• the higher the country of cultivation from sea level, the richer the taste and sourness is more pronounced in it;
• to highlight individual flavors, you should look for only Arabica single varieties;
• light roast - for aromatic and delicate drinks, medium - for moderate classics, dark - for "real" bitter coffee.

The taste of coffee drinks strongly depends on the age of the grinding of the beans. Within 15-20 days after processing, they are kept in perfect condition. Up to 2 months is still very good. After 4 months, the product noticeably loses its taste and aroma, so there is no point in hoping for subtle notes.

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Most espresso machines can brew not only espresso mixes, but regular roasted beans as well. The main thing is not to use seeds with aromatic or flavoring additives, caramelization and other modifications.

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Coffee is this drink, without which the overwhelming majority of the world's population cannot imagine a full breakfast. Thanks to caffeine and other components of this drink, we get the energy boost that we need so much in the morning. There are many recipes for making coffee. Someone does not waste time and drinks instant coffee. Others cannot imagine starting the day without a ritual like brewing coffee in a Turk. Let's find out the most popular coffee varieties in Russia and the world.

The content of the article

• The best varieties of coffee beans in the world and in Russia: names, list, rating
• The best espresso coffee in the world and in Russia: names, list
• The best varieties of ground coffee in the world and in Russia: names, list
• The best varieties of instant coffee in the world and in Russia: names, list
• The best decaffeinated coffee in the world and in Russia: names, list
• The best varieties of coffee beans for a coffee machine: names, list
• The best varieties of coffee for cappuccino: names, list
• Which coffee is better: whole beans, ground coffee or instant coffee?
• The most delicious variety of coffee beans, ground, instant
• How to choose the right coffee in the store: advice from coffee lovers and requirements for coffee quality
• Video. Life hack: How to make great coffee without a coffee maker, turkish or coffee machine

The best varieties of coffee beans in the world and in Russia: names, list, rating

The exact number of coffees cannot be named. There is a misconception that there are only two of them: Arabica and Robusta. But this is not the case. The fact is that these are more types of coffee trees. And each of them has many varieties.

The more expensive type of coffee is Arabica. Its grains make it possible to prepare a very aromatic and rich drink. As for the robusta, this species has a high caffeine content. There is another type of this plant - Liberica. Its trees produce low-quality coffee beans that are hardly ever used today.

Rating of the most popular varieties of coffee beans in the world:

• Many varieties of coffee beans are used in the world today. One of the most popular is "Maragodzhip"... This variety belongs to Arabica and is produced in Colombia, Guatemala and Mexico. He is very moody and does not tolerate changing weather conditions. Maragodzhip beans can be used to make a fragrant drink that will taste like wood, smoke and tropical fruits.
• "Yellow Bourbon" a variety of Brazilian Arabica, which grows only in the southern regions of this country. This coffee has a sweet taste with a barely noticeable bitterness.
• Sumatra Mandheling... Another variety that has a great, rich taste. In the aroma of this drink, you can catch notes of caramel, spices and smoke. However, due to its heavy aftertaste, Sumatra Mandheling can be categorized as an amateur.
• "Jamaica Blue Mountain"... Another world famous coffee variety that grows high in the Jamaican mountains (2.2 km above sea level). There are no bright notes in the taste and aroma of this coffee. It is balanced and suitable for everyone who does not like the spicy taste of this drink.

Jamaica Blue Mountain

• "Kopi-Luwak"... A very expensive type of coffee that is produced in India, Indonesia and the Philippines. The cost of one kilogram of grains reaches $ 15,000. This coffee is made from small animal (musang) grains processed by the gastrointestinal tract. Thanks to the gastric juice, which breaks down some of the proteins inside these grains, the taste of Kopi-Luwak is unusual and quite rich.

INTERESTING... There are several other varieties of coffee in the world that are prepared from beans that have not been completely digested by the stomach. For example, "Black Tusk". This variety is made from grains extracted from elephant excrement. Or Monkey coffee... Monkeys are used for its production.

As for our country, well-balanced, inexpensive coffees are very popular in Russia. Up to 1.8 kg of coffee is imported annually per inhabitant of our country. Compared to the Finns and Danes (about 12 kg per capita), coffee is not so popular in our country. But, the trend shows that every year this drink is consumed more and more often. Moreover, the share of grain coffee is growing.

Rating of the most popular varieties of coffee beans in Russia:

• Paulig (Paulig). This coffee is made from Arabica. It is distinguished by optimal roasting quality and excellent taste. The founder of this brand, the German Gustav Paulig, moved to Finland and established the supply of food products to this northern country from abroad. And thanks to the fact that Finland was part of the Russian Empire, this trademark has become well recognized in our country.
• "Kimbo" (Kimbo). Recently, the Italian grain Kimbo coffee from the Cafe de Brasil trading house has become very popular. It has a rich aroma and deep taste.There are several varieties of this coffee, distinguished by the amount of caffeine and taste.

Kimbo

• "Gaggia"... Also in our country, coffee from the Italian manufacturer of coffee machines "Gaggia" enjoys a well-deserved popularity. In addition to grain, this manufacturer also supplies ground coffee to our country.
• "Lavazza" (Lavazza). Also, one cannot fail to mention in this ranking of varieties of grain coffee such a brand as Lavazza. This manufacturer has already become a cult in our country and offers lovers of this drink several varieties of coffee beans.

The best espresso coffee in the world and in Russia: names, list

Espresso is a unique technology for preparing coffee, which is based on passing hot water under pressure through tamped ground coffee. As a rule, for the preparation of such a drink, several types of ground coffee are taken and a mixture is created from it.

Typically, every professional barista has two or three favorite espresso mixes that he prepares for his clients. But we don't have to be in this profession to keep coffee blends in mind. You can buy ready-made, which are sold in every supermarket or tea shop.

Rating of the most popular espresso varieties in the world:

• "Molinari Espresso"... A specially formulated blend of several varieties of Arabica and Robusta native to Central America. Thanks to this blend, the drink is very aromatic and rich. It has a long aftertaste and is appreciated by all espresso lovers.

Molinari

• "Bristot Espresso plus"... This espresso blend from the gourmet coffee brand will help you create deep tasting coffee. This espresso has a pleasant sourness and hints of chocolate and tropical fruits.
• "La Semeuse Don Marco"... Espresso blend from a famous Swiss brand, created from coffee beans harvested on the plantations of Brazil, Mexico, Colombia and the Ivory Coast. The espresso from this blend has a tart taste and high caffeine content.
• "Lavazza Top Class"... Espresso blend from the famous Italian brand. Ideal for the production of espresso in coffee machines of this brand.

Rating of the most popular espresso varieties in Russia:

• "Jardine espresso di milano"... A mixture based on three types of Arabica with a strength of "4". The spice of espresso is given by almond bitterness in the aftertaste.
• "EvaDia DESIRE"... A mixture based on grains harvested from plantations in the highlands of Mexico, Guatemala and Brazil. On the palate, you can feel chocolate and creamy notes.
• "Live Coffee Espresso"... A bright blend for espresso from the Safari Coffee company. In the drink produced on its basis, you can feel the notes of citrus fruits and chocolate. Has a very pleasant aftertaste.
• Paulig Espresso Fortissimo... A blend for a soft yet rich espresso. Very appreciated by lovers of this type of coffee.

Paulig

• "Lavazza Caffe Espresso"... A blend entirely based on Arabica. Possesses excellent taste and high strength. Differs in the presence of marble foam after the preparation of espresso in the coffee machine.

The best varieties of ground coffee in the world and in Russia: names, list

Most of the aforementioned product is sold both in grains and in ground form. In addition to them, all connoisseurs of the most popular tonic drink in the world should pay attention to the following varieties:

• "Harari" (Ethiopia). Coffee with a predominance of chocolate notes on the palate.
• "Kilimanjaro" (Kenya). Coffee from the plantations located at the foothills of the famous volcano. It has a fruity taste with a spicy aroma.
• "Geisha" (Panama). Coffee with hints of citrus fruits and lychee flowers. Every year this variety is becoming more and more popular.
• Plantation A (India). Coffee, in the taste of which the traditional sourness is practically not noticeable. This type of coffee has a complex production, thanks to which its bright taste is revealed.
• "Qubita" (Cuba). Strong coffee with a rich taste, in which you can catch notes of pepper.

Qubita

In Russia, in addition to those varieties of ground coffee, which we mentioned above, are very popular:

• "Jardin"... Perhaps the most famous coffee brand on the domestic market. Coffee is produced both in Russia and Switzerland.

Ground jardine

• "Camardo"... An Italian brand specializing in espresso blends. But, it has in its assortment mixes for Turks and drip coffee machines.
• "Live coffee"... A mixture made from beans roasted according to an innovative method developed by the company. Thanks to him, the grains retain all the useful substances and their unique taste is revealed.
• "Lavazza"... The assortment of this Italian brand includes 15 blends for preparing different types of coffee.

The best varieties of instant coffee in the world and in Russia: names, list

Instant coffee is especially loved in our country. This is understandable, you do not need to waste time to prepare a delicious tonic drink. But instant coffee is also loved in other countries. And the best brands of this type of coffee are:

• "Bushido"... This coffee is native to Japan. But, today we are preparing in Switzerland. It was this alpine country that gave the world the technology of instant coffee, and if you want to taste the best drink from this type of coffee, then try Bushido.
• "Grandos"... German instant coffee, which can also be found on the shelves of our stores. Made from 100% Arabica.
• "Maxim"... Coffee, native to South Korea. During its production, no flavors are used to saturate the taste of the drink. For all lovers of "pure" coffee, we recommend this brand.

Maxim

• "Carte Noire"... Instant coffee from the American food giant Kraft Foods. Its taste has a pronounced traditional bitterness.

In Russia, the most popular instant coffee is:

• "Moscow coffee house on shares"... A Russian-made product with a rich aroma and rich taste. The traditional bitterness is practically not felt in the taste.
• "Jardin"... Russian brand with Swiss production. It has several types of instant coffee in its line.
• Jacobs Monarch... German brand of coffee, which is very much loved in our country for its high quality and relatively low cost.
• "Black Card Gold"... Instant coffee of a domestic brand, which is made from beans that have undergone a special roasting procedure.
• "Jockey"... Domestic brand, the coffee of which is not distinguished by the elegance of taste. But, if you want to cheer up, and not quench your gastronomic thirst, then you can use a drink made from this instant coffee.

The best decaffeinated coffee in the world and in Russia: names, list

Caffeine is a natural alkaloid that can have both positive and negative effects on the body. It all depends on the amount of this compound and the organism into which it enters. If for some reason you cannot consume caffeine-rich coffee, you can always replace it with a natural product that contains less than 0.8% caffeine.
Decaffeinated coffee can be both instant and whole beans. Our country does not stand out from the global trend. In Russia, in the first places are the same varieties of decaffeinated coffee as in the rest of the world:

• "Lavazza Caffe Decaffeinato"
• "DANESI Decaf"
• "GrandosExpress"
• "Aromatico"

DANESI Decaf

The best varieties of coffee beans for a coffee machine: names, list

Almost all coffee machine manufacturers produce coffee under their own brand. But, you can buy this product from an "independent" manufacturer. The best ones are:

• "Danesi"... Excellent coffee from a well-known Italian brand with a classic taste and mild sourness.
• "LAVAZZA"... A brand that does not need advertising. Coffee has excellent taste, aroma and strength.
• "Musetti"... Gourmet coffee. The drink obtained from these grains has a pleasant aroma and a long aftertaste.
• "Black Professional"... A coffee that has everything that is required of this drink. Rich taste, pleasant aroma and spicy bitterness.
• "Arcaffe"... Coffee lacking the traditional sourness.

The best varieties of coffee for cappuccino: names, list

Cappuccino is a special type of coffee that was invented by the Capuchin monks. Hence this drink has such a beautiful Italian name for the Russian ear. Classic proportions of this drink: espresso, milk and milk froth (1: 1: 1). That is, cappuccino consists of one third of espresso. This means that the types of coffee that we have already listed in the section about espresso are suitable for its preparation.

But, in addition to these, the above varieties of coffee, pay attention also to these:

• Marley coffee
• Le Piantagioni del Caffe
• Huila Excelso
• Rio-Rio Brazilian
• Oaxaca pluma

Marley coffee

Which coffee is better: whole beans, ground coffee or instant coffee?

It is impossible to answer this question unequivocally. If you want to feel like a gourmet, then of course it is better to buy coffee beans and grind the right amount before preparing the drink. But, modern technologies make it possible to make even instant coffee 100% natural and tasty.

The most delicious variety of coffee beans, ground, instant

Another question that has no consensus. Someone likes coffee with sourness, others with a pronounced aroma. Both of them will argue with those who appreciate the piquant bitterness in the aftertaste. All people are different and everyone has a taste. Only grain coffee exists 500 varieties... And everyone has their own fan. Therefore, it makes no sense to name a brand or brand. Try different varieties of this drink and choose the one that you like.

How to choose the right coffee in the store: advice from coffee lovers and requirements for coffee quality

1. If the packaging says "100% Arabica", then most likely they are trying to deceive you. The vast majority of coffee in the store is a blend of Arabica and Robusta. On the one hand, the manufacturer saturates its product with caffeine, and on the other, it lowers the overall cost. At the same time, the coffee itself can turn out to be even tastier than a drink made only from Arabica. Therefore, if you do not want to be deceived, find a manufacturer who will indicate the percentage of Arabica and Robusta on the package. Many coffee lovers consider the best proportion to be 60%: 40% in favor of Arabica.
2. Before choosing a coffee in a store, look at the packaging. It should look good, have a readable barcode, date of manufacture and expiration date. Serious manufacturers also indicate on the packaging the date the beans are roasted. After that, the coffee will have a rich aroma for another 90 days. But, the sooner you prepare a drink from such grains, the richer it will turn out.
3. It is best to buy coffee in glass or cans. Also good quality is provided by vacuum packaging. If you choose this product in a vacuum package, make sure it has a carbon dioxide outlet. It is released from the coffee beans immediately after roasting.
4. Store coffee away from shelves with spices, fish and other strong-smelling foods. In general, it is advisable to buy coffee in special shops. They usually sell different types of coffee. Buy a small amount of the beans you like and see how they taste.

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