Specialty coffee

Arabica vs Canephora (Robusta) vs Liberica/Excelsa

Arabica vs Canephora (Robusta) vs Liberica/Excelsa

This topic compares the three main commercial coffee species—Arabica, Robusta (Canephora), and Liberica/Excelsa—covering their genetics, cultivation environments, bean traits, flavor profiles, and market roles.

Third Wave movement and specialty coffee

Third Wave movement and specialty coffee

In this topic we explore the rise of the Third Wave coffee movement, how it redefined coffee as an artisanal product, and the role of specialty coffee in reshaping global consumption, trade, and culture.