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What is Robusta coffee?

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What is Robusta coffee?

Robusta coffee or Coffea canephora 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.  Robusta coffee was possibly first discovered and cultivated in the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly known as Zaire) in Central Africa. The plant was first identified in the late 19th century, around the 1890s. Since then, it has spread to various other regions with suitable climates for cultivation. It is widely accepted that Arabica coffee beans are superior to Robusta, and therefore the majority of Robusta...

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Going caffeine-free for the New Year?

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Going caffeine-free for the New Year?

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...

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