Coffee Bean Making

The origin of coffee beans

Coffee beans are seeds from the coffee tree, which originated in Africa. According to archaeologists, the earliest record of the use of coffee beans can be traced back to Ethiopia in the 15th century BC. At that time, people ground coffee beans and mixed them with animal fat to make a refreshing drink.

Spread all over the world

With the development of trade and exploration, coffee beans gradually spread all over the world. In the late 17th century and early 18th century, European countries began to introduce coffee and set up the first stores specializing in this beverage. From then on, Europeans developed a strong interest in tasting and making fine coffee.

Cultivation and harvesting

Nowadays, there are many countries around the world that have their own unique coffee producing areas. Mainly including Brazil, Colombia, Vietnam and other countries. These regions have climate and soil conditions suitable for growing coffee trees. Coffee trees are usually planted in high altitude areas because this provides a better growing environment.

Picking and processing

When the berries on the coffee trees are ripe, farmers pick them. Generally, only the red ripe berries can be harvested. These berries are called "coffee cherries" and contain two seeds, which are the coffee beans we know as coffee beans.

Once picked, farmers process the coffee cherries to remove the outer pulp. Traditionally, this is done by drying them and crushing them with a machine. Then, during fermentation, the outer pulp gradually breaks down and the remaining part becomes easier to wash.

Roasting process

After processing, the remaining unroasted coffee beans appear dark brown or yellow. Different degrees of roasting will produce different flavor and aroma characteristics of the final product.

Lightly roasted coffee beans are usually characterized by high acidity and a light taste. Medium roasting produces a more balanced and rich flavor, while dark roasting brings a strong and bitter taste.

Grinding and Brewing

Once the coffee beans have been roasted, they can be ground. Different coarsenesses of ground coffee are suitable for different types of brewing.

For example, for brewing coffee using methods such as drip or French press, a finer powder is the most suitable choice, while for espresso machines, finer and more uniformly sized particles are required.

Enjoy delicious

Finally, after completing all the production steps, we can enjoy a cup of fragrant, rich and pleasant coffee! Whether it is a party with friends or a quiet moment by yourself, tasting this delicious cup can bring us infinite comfort.

In short, the process of making coffee beans is a process full of art and science. From planting to harvesting, processing to roasting, every link requires careful care from farmers, producers and baristas. Only after these efforts can we taste a perfect cup of coffee.