The original appearance of coffee beans: from fruit to aroma, a wonderful journey of tasting coffee

The origin of coffee beans

Coffee beans are a fruit that comes from the coffee tree. These trees grow in tropical areas, mainly in Africa, South America and Asia. Coffee beans were first discovered in Africa hundreds of years ago, where local residents discovered the red fruits had a refreshing effect and began to make them into a drink.

From picking to processing

In order to ensure the quality of coffee beans, the fruits with moderate maturity must be selected when picking. Farmers will carefully check each fruit and pick it by hand. Next, they will process these picked fruits.

Peeling and fermentation

The first step is to remove the hard outer shell and the sticky substance (called mucilage) that clings to the inner seed. In the "wet" processing method, farmers place the freshly picked fruit in tanks of water for several days, during which the mucilage naturally breaks down and dissolves in the water.

Drying and sorting

After fermentation, the coffee beans are dried. Farmers spread them out in the sun or use special drying equipment. Once completely dry, the coffee beans are sorted and graded. This process is mainly based on the size, shape and color of the beans.

Baking

One of the most important steps in coffee production is roasting, which heats the coffee beans to evaporate their internal moisture and produce chemical reactions, giving the coffee its unique aroma and taste.

Packaging and Shipping

After all the processing steps are completed, the coffee beans are packaged and ready to be shipped around the world for people to taste. Usually, these bags will be marked with information such as origin, type and processing method.

Enjoy

When we buy fresh coffee beans, we grind them into powder at home using a manual or automatic grinder and brew a rich and fragrant black liquid with boiling water. When we pour the coffee into the cup, the aroma hits our noses, as if it carries a mysterious magic.

Conclusion

From fruit to aroma, the wonderful journey of tasting coffee is a process full of meticulousness and patience. Each step has an important impact on the final taste. Whether picking in the fields, processing or tasting at home, we can experience this unique experience.