Liberica coffee introduction + editor’s explanation☕️🌰🔥

Liberica is one of the world's three major coffee varieties. Although it accounts for only about 2% of total coffee consumption, its unique flavor and large berries have long attracted coffee experts and enthusiasts. Originating in Liberia, West Africa, Liberica is known as "big-fruit coffee" due to its large berries and unique shape. Its unique and rich coffee flavor is particularly popular in Southeast Asia. 🌍🍃

Characteristics of Liberica Coffee

• Fruit and plant characteristics : The fruit of Liberica is larger than that of Arabica and Robusta. The tree can reach a height of 20 meters. The fruit has a thick skin and an irregular shape.

• The lowest caffeine content : 1.23 grams of caffeine per 100 grams of beans, lower than Arabica (1.61 grams) and Robusta (2.26 grams), suitable for sensitive people.

• Unique taste : The taste is thick and complex, with aromas of nuts, dark chocolate, smoke, earth and wood. The flavor is relatively strong and has a melancholy and steady feeling, sometimes even with the sweetness of tropical fruits such as jackfruit, longan and papaya.

• Growth environment : It prefers hot and humid climate, is resistant to diseases and pests, and is suitable for planting on flat land. It has a low yield and is more challenging to plant.

Liberica's position in the coffee market

Liberica production is far less than that of Arabica and Robusta, accounting for only approximately 2% of the market. It is often used in blends, imparting a richness and unique aroma. In recent years, the specialty coffee community has begun to appreciate the unique flavor and potential of Liberica, with some estates releasing single-origin Liberica coffees, which have garnered significant attention from coffee enthusiasts.

Sharing from the editor's perspective

First-time drinkers of Liberica are often struck by its distinctive smoky, rich flavor. Unlike the more acidic and refreshing Arabica, Liberica is bolder and more distinctive. Within Hong Kong coffee culture, Liberica is gaining recognition, and its low-caffeine content has led many to use it as a flavorful, no-bloating afternoon tea alternative.

I recommend trying the dark roast Liberica, which offers caramel and chocolate notes and is also excellent paired with milk for a latte. Its intense sweetness creates a coffee-like "exotic" flavor. Interested coffee lovers should explore this forgotten gem.

Liberica is a unique and challenging coffee variety, with a rich, smoky, and tropical fruity aroma that coffee lovers will love. In the future, Liberica is expected to become a rising star in Hong Kong's specialty coffee ecosystem, bringing a richer taste experience! ☕️🔥🌰