When buying coffee, you'll often see the terms Arabica and Robusta. These are the two most common coffee species in the world.

Characteristics:

• Sweeter flavour
• More complex aromas
• Fruity and chocolate notes
• Lower caffeine

Typically:

• Higher quality
• Grown at higher altitudes

Characteristics:

• Stronger flavour
• Earthy notes
• More bitterness
• Higher caffeine content

Typically:

• Used in espresso blends
• Produces more crema

Neither is objectively better.

Choose Arabica if you enjoy:

• Smooth coffee
• Sweet flavours
• Complexity

Choose Robusta if you enjoy:

• Strong coffee
• High caffeine
• Bold flavour

A blend can offer:

• Smooth flavour from Arabica
• Body and crema from Robusta
• Excellent espresso performance

Experiment with different origins and blends to discover your personal preference. Coffee enjoyment is highly personal, and there is no single "best" coffee for everyone.