High-quality coffee beans directly affect the taste of coffee, so for coffee lovers, the quality of coffee is particularly important. Therefore, the grade of coffee beans is one of the important criteria for measuring the quality of coffee. Different producing areas have their own standards for the grade of coffee beans. Usually these standards are measured based on the size, shape, color, density and number of defects of coffee beans.
This article focuses on analyzing how to choose high-quality coffee beans from the above perspectives.
1. Size
In the coffee industry, the first thing to evaluate the quality of coffee beans is the size of the coffee beans. Usually, the larger the beans, the higher the grade, because the larger the coffee beans means that it is better developed, corresponding to its better taste.
Usually, each country uses a screen numbering system to measure the size of coffee beans. The larger the coffee beans, the larger the corresponding number. Therefore, when we choose coffee beans, we may ask the merchant for the number of coffee beans to help you choose high-quality coffee beans.
2. Shape and color
In addition to being able to observe the size of coffee beans, we can also intuitively see the shape and color of coffee beans. Of course, shape and color are also an important level for evaluating the quality of coffee beans.
We can observe that if the shape and color of the same batch of coffee beans are relatively consistent, then this means that this batch of coffee beans is well processed and can be selected as high-quality coffee beans. At the same time, coffee beans with relatively uniform colors indicate that the maturity of the beans is consistent, avoiding defects caused by over-ripeness or under-ripeness.
3. Density
Although density cannot be observed with the naked eye, density is indeed an essential item for selecting high-quality coffee beans. When we select coffee beans, we should choose coffee beans with higher density. Because coffee beans with higher density have more solids and oils, they usually have a better taste, and their shelf life will also be longer.
4. Defects
As the name suggests, defects and the proportion of cracked beans, black beans, worm-eaten beans, and fermented beans in coffee beans. When selecting coffee beans, try to avoid more defective beans.
SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) is widely used internationally to divide coffee bean defects into five levels. Level 1 represents the least defects, and level 5 represents the most defects.
The above is the commonly used method for selecting high-quality coffee beans. Of course, in addition to choosing the right coffee beans, a good package is also very important. We are a professional coffee bean packaging bag manufacturer that can help coffee beans avoid moisture that affects the taste of coffee, and at the same time extend the storage time of coffee beans. Coffee merchants with needs are welcome to consult.