Rare coffee beans: What is the most expensive coffee variety in the world?

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, and rare coffee beans are the treasures. Among the many coffee varieties, there is one that is known as the most expensive coffee bean in the world, that is "Indonesian Black King Kong".

Kopi luwak originates from the Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra. The main reason why this special coffee bean is so expensive is because of its unique production process. When wild Asian palm civets eat ripe coffee cherries, they excrete the undigested coffee beans. These feces contain enzymes released during the fermentation process, which form Kopi luwak after being washed, shelled and roasted.

Due to its rarity and the complexity of its production process, the price of "Indonesian Black King Kong" is very high. It can be sold for hundreds of dollars or even more per kilogram. The unique flavor of this coffee bean is also one of the important reasons for its value. After being processed by the animal digestive system, the bitterness and sourness in the coffee beans are reduced, while adding a special and soft taste.

However, the "Indonesian Black King Kong" is also controversial. Some people believe that collecting coffee beans from animal feces is irresponsible for animal welfare and may lead to over-capturing of wild palm cats. In addition, there are some counterfeit "Indonesian Black King Kong" products on the market, which further increases the difficulty for buyers to distinguish the authenticity and choose a reliable supplier.

In short, as one of the most expensive and rarest coffee varieties in the world, Indonesian Black King Kong has many people around the world who pursue the ultimate enjoyment and luxury experience. However, when purchasing, you need to carefully choose formal channels and pay attention to the environmental and animal protection issues involved behind it.