Robusta Coffee | Coffea Canephora
This coffee originated from western Africa. In the Philippines, it is grown primarily in Cavite, Batangas and in the provinces of Kalinga, Bulacan, and in the Visayas. This variety gives the syrupy quality to coffee and is best used for instant or soluble coffee for well knows brands like Great Taste and San Mig Coffee. It is also used as a blender for other coffee varieties for an extra caffeine punch. In other countries, 100 percent Robusta is sold as a hyper-caffeinated coffee. It can be processed using both the dry and the wet method. Washed Robustas (using the wet method) are popular with coffee experts. It is used mostly in specialty blends because of its strong character and higher caffeine content. Plus it has a bitter taste compared to other coffee varieties.
