Arabica Vs Robusta: 8 Key Differences Between These Coffee Beans

Arabica grows in Latin America, India, East Africa & Papa New Guinea. Robusta chills in Indonesia, Vietnam, West Africa & Uganda.

1. Origin

Arabica teases your tongue with fruity and chocolatey vibes. Robusta? It punches in with bitter, bold, nutty notes.

2. Taste

Arabica = large, oval, curved line down the middle. Robusta = small, round, with a straight crease. 

3. Shape

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Climate

Arabica loves consistent temps (15–25°C), shade and humidity. Robusta? Just give it heat, humidity, and buckets of rain.

Arabica = high sugar + lipids = smooth cup. Robusta = high caffeine + antioxidants = hardcore brew.

Chemical Make-Up

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Robusta comes fully charged—more caffeine, less chill. Arabica keeps it mellow with a gentler kick.

Caffeine Levels 

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Arabica plays hard to get—thrives between 600–2000m. Robusta isn’t fussy—300–600m is plenty.

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Altitude

Arabica’s the premium pick—fancy and pricey. Robusta keeps it real affordable. 

Price 

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Let’s spill the beans on what sets Arabica and Robusta apart.