What is the difference between Arabica and Robusta coffee?
There are two commercial species of coffee plant: Coffea Arabica and Coffea canephora var. Robusta. More flavorful, Arabica has about two-thirds of the world market. Robusta holds the remaining third of the market. Its caffeine content is about twice that of Arabica, but it is considered inferior-tasting. Robusta is often used for instant coffee and in supermarket-grade blends. Generic supermarket coffee is typically a blend of good Arabica, medium quality Arabica, and Robusta. Instant coffee uses primarily processed Robusta beans.
