Mexico San Felipe Robusta Washed

The Captain's Coffee

Details

Origin

Mexico

Process

Washed

Roast Suitability

Description

Robusta has many attributes that often go overlooked. It contains nearly twice as much caffeine, has tons of body and from an agricultural standpoint, is significantly easier to grow and process. Despite that, we'll be honest, this coffee isn't meant to be enjoyed as a standalone cup. You can most certainly try it that way, especially if you've never tasted Robusta coffee before, but where it truly shines is as a blender. It is absolutely essential for making a traditional Italian style espresso, usually as 10-15% of the blend. It adds tons of crema to the espresso and prevents the crema from collapsing quickly. In small amounts, it will add body, punch and a boost of caffeine to any blend without detracting from the overall profile.