Coffea Robusta

1. the robusta bean is perfect for camping

robusta beans are ideal for camping[/caption] the new roast we’re currently working on is specifically a camping roast. and why would we use robusta beans for camping-friendly grounds? because the intense caffeine levels make this blend the ideal rugged, early morning hunter and camper drink. let’s just say you won’t have to slog through three cups of coffee before you feel the effects of this brew! you can easily make a small batch in one of our “bozeman” percolators and be completely caffeinated for your day, ready to enjoy everything the great outdoors has to offer.

2. the flavor is deliciously bold

the critics of the robusta might argue that the smell and taste of the beans are a little too bold. personally, we love the intense flavor the bean has to offer; and — it’s my guess — you will agree. but if you’re someone who’s a little wary of your coffee reeking of burnt rubber, don’t worry — remember how we said this is only a partial robusta blend? we did that for a reason! our blend will contain a special mix of robusta, so you get to experience the benefits of extra caffeine without being overwhelmed.

3. there are antioxidants galore

people who are passionate about fitness and health love robusta beans! this is partly because of their extra caffeine and partly because of the incredible antioxidants in a robusta roast. robusta beans have 25% – 80% more chlorogenic acid (cga) than your average arabica beans. cga is wonderful for reducing inflammation both inside and out, as most antioxidants are. this can help with joint pain, skin issues, weight loss, and even preventing diabetes.

4. and, of course, the extra caffeine

arguably the biggest pro is, naturally, the extra caffeine that you get from robusta beans. there’s a reason this type of bean makes for a fantastic, strong shot of espresso! robusta beans contain almost twice as much caffeine as arabica (2.7% versus 1.5%), which is typically around 10% of their dry weight compared with 5% to 8% for arabica coffee. this allows you to get the most out of your blend (less coffee can get you far, which means you have to buy grounds less often,) and get an intense kick energy that arabica simply cannot offer. if you have never tried robusta before, it might be time. arabica beans are certainly wonderful, but part of being a true coffee aficionado is trying different beans, roasts, and techniques to expand your palate and mind. make sure to sign up for our newsletter to track when our specialty camping roast, chock full of bold, refreshing robusta beans, is coming out. we can’t wait to hear what all our coletti customers think about the brand new brew!]]>