The magical fruit on the coffee tree: exploring the growth journey of coffee beans

Coffee tree growing environment

Coffee beans are one of the indispensable drinks in our daily life, but their growth process is little known. To understand the growth journey of coffee beans, we first need to understand the owner they rely on - the coffee tree.

Coffee trees are native to Africa and later spread to Asia, South America and other places. They prefer warm and humid climate conditions with moderate altitude. They usually grow between 800 meters and 2000 meters above sea level and need plenty of sunlight and rain.

Flowers bloom: welcoming new life

When spring arrives, coffee trees bloom with small white or pale pink flowers that emit a light fragrance, attracting bees and other insects to pollinate.

After pollination, the flowers gradually wither and produce fruits, which are green or red and sparkle attractively in the sun.

From green fruit to ripe coffee beans

When the fruits are first formed, they are called green fruits. Green fruits are smooth on the outside and coated with a sticky layer of pectin on the inside.

Over time, the berries change color and swell, and after several months of growth, they eventually ripen into red or yellow coffee cherries.

Harvesting and handling: from tree to storage

When the coffee cherries are fully ripe, farmers begin harvesting them. This is a laborious and time-consuming process as each cherry needs to be picked by hand.

After picking, farmers place the coffee cherries into special equipment to remove the skins and seeds. This process is often referred to as wet processing or dry processing.

From green beans to roasted beans: carefully crafting the taste

After either wet or dry processing, what remains are what we know as “green beans.” These unroasted beans have a naturally sour flavor and herbal aroma.

In order to make coffee with different tastes, green beans need to be roasted. Under high temperature, the coffee beans gradually change color and emit a rich aroma.

Taste from the cup: Enjoy the charm of coffee

Finally, we grind the ripe, roasted coffee beans into powder and brew it with water. In this way, a cup of fragrant and delicious coffee is born.

Every cup of coffee begins its journey from the magical fruit on the tree. By exploring this journey, we can better appreciate the effort and wisdom behind every cup of coffee.

Conclusion

Whether you are a grower or a consumer, you should pay tribute to the hard work behind the scenes while enjoying the delicious drink. Let us cherish and enjoy this delicious drink gifted to us by nature!