The perfect combination of coffee and chocolate, a mocha moment worth enjoying quietly!

In my impression, mocha is a sweet chocolate coffee that makes people yearn for the beauty of youth and first love; but some people say that mocha is a single-origin coffee... Most people who have had a rough contact with mocha will be confused by its complicated identity. But what exactly does mocha mean? Do you know?

1. Mocha’s multiple identities

(1) Single Origin Mocha

Single origin coffee is usually bitter, but many people like this kind of pure coffee just for the slight bitter taste. But did you know? The famous Mocha is also a kind of single origin coffee! Like other single origin coffees, single origin Mocha is consumed without any additional seasoning, which is very common in some Japanese coffee houses. This kind of Mocha coffee is usually ground from a single coffee bean from the origin, and even has a hint of natural chocolate flavor. It is a very distinctive single origin coffee.

(2) Fancy Mocha

With the emergence of Italian fancy coffee, people began to try to add milk and even milk foam to coffee, so there are cappuccino and latte coffee now. Chocolate and coffee belong to the same color system, so adding chocolate to coffee has become a favorite of many people. It can be said that Mocha is also a kind of classic fancy coffee. Fancy Mocha is processed from Italian latte. Generally, in addition to traditional espresso and hot milk, a cup of Mocha coffee will also be added with chocolate sauce and cream for flavoring. It is sweet and fragrant. Doesn't it make you more excited?

(3) Mocha Port

Mocha is a famous port city on the Red Sea coast of Yemen. As early as the 15th century, it was the world's largest coffee trade center and a famous coffee export port. At that time, coffee from African countries such as Ethiopia was also exported through Mocha, so it was collectively called Mocha coffee. In the 17th century, the development of some new coffee-growing areas, the opening of other canals, and the drying up of the Mocha port led to the gradual decline of the coffee trade here.

(4) Mocha coffee beans

If you buy coffee beans in a cafe or online store, you will find that there is a kind of coffee beans called Mocha. This is because although the port of Mocha has been replaced by a new port, the planting area at that time is still preserved. In addition, the great reputation of the port of Mocha made people pay special attention to Mocha coffee. Therefore, coffee beans produced in Yemen and even nearby areas are collectively called Mocha because of its reputation. However, some places now refer to Mocha coffee beans as all high-quality coffee beans with chocolate aroma.

(5) Moka Pot

Is the coffee made by a moka pot always mocha coffee? Not entirely! A moka pot is a tool made by Italians for extracting espresso. A moka pot is usually divided into two parts, the upper and lower parts. The steam produced by boiling water in the lower part will pass through a filter pot filled with coffee powder, and then through a metal tube in the center to extract delicious espresso. We can use the extracted espresso to make mocha coffee, but other fancy coffees such as cappuccino and latte, which use espresso as the base, can also be made.

2. The naming and history of Mocha coffee

(1) Origin of the name

There is no doubt that Mocha coffee got its name from the famous Mocha Port. At that time, due to the underdeveloped transportation industry here, all exported coffee beans were shipped through the Mocha Port, so these coffees were collectively called Mocha coffee. Similar to champagne, authentic Mocha coffee only refers to coffee made from coffee beans produced in a specific producing area. The origin of Mocha coffee is located in the Republic of Yemen on the Arabian Peninsula. It is generally grown in steep mountains thousands of feet above sea level. Only here is the Mocha flavor the best, which is a classic among coffees.

(2) History and Culture

Mocha coffee is the oldest coffee variety in the world, and its history can be traced back to the origin of coffee. As early as the 13th century, Ethiopia brought coffee to Yemen when it invaded. However, Muslims believed that this stimulating drink violated the doctrine, which once led to the closure of coffee shops. Later, the Egyptian Sudanese lifted the ban on coffee, and it became popular in the Arab region. Subsequently, with the concerted efforts of people in Mocha and other regions, the cultivation and production of coffee have been continuously improved, and Mocha coffee has gradually become famous all over the world.

3. Mocha production process

Although mocha has many meanings, the most common one is fancy mocha coffee. But how is such an attractive mocha made?

(1) Materials

Instant coffee powder, fresh milk, cream, chocolate sauce, steel cup, 2 coffee cups, semi-automatic coffee machine

(2) Steps

Use a coffee machine to extract 25cc of espresso and place it in a coffee cup;

Put about 5ml of chocolate sauce into another coffee cup (just enough to cover the bottom);

Then pour in espresso and heated milk, and cover with a layer of cream;

Add chocolate sauce on top of the cream.

4. The aroma and taste of mocha coffee

The popularity of Mocha coffee is not only due to the glorious history of Mocha Port, but also due to its complex and unique flavor. You can even smell the typical aroma of wine in Mocha coffee, such as dried fruit, blueberry, tobacco, and even a hint of chocolate.

The best Mocha coffee is produced in Yemen, followed by Ethiopian Mocha. Usually, Mocha coffee has a sweet and smooth taste, a slight sour taste, a unique flavor, and a noble temperament. The biggest feature of Mocha coffee is the rich chocolate sauce. It is a unique coffee that is popular in Europe and around the world.

I heard that chocolate and coffee go better together on rainy days! Have you enjoyed your mocha time today?

Source: Red Wine Encyclopedia (Text/Sui Yanfen)

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