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→4. Excelsa coffee (Coffea liberica var. dewevrei)
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Among the four major coffee varieties grown in the Philippines – Robusta, Arabica, Liberica, and Excelsa – Excelsa holds its own place. While often mistaken for Liberica due to certain similarities, Excelsa possesses its own distinct characteristics that set it apart from its counterparts. | Among the four major coffee varieties grown in the Philippines – Robusta, Arabica, Liberica, and Excelsa – Excelsa holds its own place. While often mistaken for Liberica due to certain similarities, Excelsa possesses its own distinct characteristics that set it apart from its counterparts. | ||
Excelsa coffee trees, | Excelsa coffee trees, similar to their Liberica counterparts, have the remarkable ability to grow into large trees. However, what distinguishes Excelsa is its production of relatively small fruits, comparable in size to Arabica and Robusta cherries, albeit slightly larger than Arabica. These cherries add a distinctive tartness and complexity to coffee blends, offering a truly unique taste experience. Excelsa coffee combines the best of both worlds, harmoniously merging the fruitiness of Arabica with the boldness that Liberica brings to the table. | ||
Similar to Robusta and Arabica, Excelsa cherries take approximately nine months to mature. Excelsa trees can reach impressive heights, towering up to 60 feet when fully mature. Like Liberica, these trees have extensive root systems that grow deep into the ground, providing them with resilience and enabling them to withstand drought conditions. | Similar to Robusta and Arabica, Excelsa cherries take approximately nine months to mature. Excelsa trees can reach impressive heights, towering up to 60 feet when fully mature. Like Liberica, these trees have extensive root systems that grow deep into the ground, providing them with resilience and enabling them to withstand drought conditions. | ||
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In conclusion, Excelsa coffee's smaller fruits and unique flavor profile make it a captivating addition to the world of coffee. With its distinct tartness and complexity, it enriches coffee blends, appealing to those seeking a memorable and unparalleled coffee experience. Excelsa stands as a testament to the richness and diversity of the Philippine coffee industry. | In conclusion, Excelsa coffee's smaller fruits and unique flavor profile make it a captivating addition to the world of coffee. With its distinct tartness and complexity, it enriches coffee blends, appealing to those seeking a memorable and unparalleled coffee experience. Excelsa stands as a testament to the richness and diversity of the Philippine coffee industry. | ||
==Sizes of the 4 coffee varieties in terms of Cherries and Leaves== | ==Sizes of the 4 coffee varieties in terms of Cherries and Leaves== | ||
===Cherry sizes of these four varieties by comparison listed in the order of size=== | ===Cherry sizes of these four varieties by comparison listed in the order of size=== | ||