Key Difference | Arabica | Robusta |
Market share | 70% | 30% |
Time to blossom | 7 - 9 months | 9 -11 months |
Taste | Sweeter and softer | Stronger and harsh |
Caffeine | 0.8 -1.5 % | 1.7 - 3.5% |
Altitude | 800 -1200 m | 0 -900 m |
Black Beans (%max.) | 2.0 |
Broken Beans (%max.) | 2.0 |
Admixture (%max.) | 0.5 |
Moisture (%max) | 12.5 |
Screen size (% min) | 90% above screen 18 |