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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, like their Liberica counterparts, exhibit an impressive growth potential, reaching substantial tree sizes. Nevertheless, what sets Excelsa apart is its yield of relatively small fruits, similar in size to Arabica and Robusta cherries. | Excelsa coffee trees, like their Liberica counterparts, exhibit an impressive growth potential, reaching substantial tree sizes. Nevertheless, what sets Excelsa apart is its yield of relatively small fruits, similar in size to Arabica and Robusta cherries. The fruits are slightly larger than Arabica cherries but smaller than Robusta cherries, striking a unique balance in size among these coffee varieties. 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. | ||