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Robusta coffee is one of the two primary species of coffee beans used in the production of coffee beverages, with the other being Arabica. In fact Robusta is the parent of Arabica.  It is widely accepted that Arabica coffee beans are superior to Robusta, and therefore the majority of Robusta beans are used in the mass production of cheaper coffee and instant coffee. That doesn't mean that there aren't premium quality Robusta beans available though. They certainly have their place in the world of speciality coffee, What are the characteristics of Robusta coffee? Robusta coffee beans have several distinct qualities...

January doesn't have to be a miserable month full of unattainable New Year's resolutions. It can be more helpful to think of it as a time to restore and rebalance, to create healthier habits with the aim of feeling good. Many of us now set health-related goals as part of our New Year's resolutions. 'Dry January' for example has become a health and wellness movement. The idea behind it is to start the new year with a break from drinking, promoting a reset for both physical and mental well-being. And the same applies for caffeine. Freshly roasted caffeinated coffee may well be the...