Coffee regions

Coffee kraft know in the modern age of coffee, with so many regions and blends at our disposal it can seem difficult to know what blends of coffee are more tailored for our needs. We've created a list of all the major coffee producers in the world , disclosing origins and flavour profiles unique to that nation, in an attempt to help guide you make the right purchase.

List in alphabetical order

Bolivia

Bolivian coffee is celebrated for its bright acidity, medium body, and a complex flavour profile featuring citrus, caramel, floral, and chocolatey notes, making it a unique and refined coffee experience.



Brazil

Brazilian coffee is renowned for its smooth, balanced flavour profile characterized by nutty, chocolaty, and caramel notes, with low acidity and medium to full body, making it a favourite for many coffee lovers worldwide.

Colombia

Colombian coffee is celebrated worldwide for its smooth, balanced flavour with bright acidity and complex notes of caramel, chocolate, and fruit, making it a versatile favourite among coffee enthusiasts.

costa Rica

Costa Rican coffee is celebrated for its bright acidity, balanced body, and clean, crisp flavours often highlighted by citrus, tropical fruit, and floral notes.

Ethiopia

Ethiopian coffee is renowned worldwide for its bright acidity, complex fruity and floral notes, and a rich, nuanced flavour profile shaped by unique heirloom varieties, high altitudes, and traditional processing methods.

El Salvador

El Salvador coffee is renowned for its smooth, well-balanced flavour profile characterized by sweet, honey-like notes, medium body, mild acidity, and complex layers that include chocolate, caramel, citrus, and tropical fruit nuances.

East Timor

East Timor coffee offers a unique sensory experience characterized by balanced, mild acidity, a medium to full body, and complex flavour notes including rich chocolate, citrus brightness, floral aromas, and earthy undertones, often with a smooth, slightly sweet finish.

Guatemala

Guatemalan coffee is renowned for its complex and vibrant flavour profile, featuring bright acidity, rich chocolate and nutty tones, and often a hint of fruity or floral notes, making it one of the most distinctive coffees in the world.

Honduras

Honduran coffee is known for its versatile and complex flauvor profile, typically combining bright tropical fruit notes with rich caramel, chocolate, and nutty undertones, complemented by a medium body and lively, balanced acidity.

Indonesia

Indonesian coffee is renowned for its rich, full-bodied, earthy flavour with low acidity, often featuring complex notes of spice, chocolate, and dried fruit, making it distinct among world coffees.

Kenya

Kenyan coffee is renowned for its bright acidity, complex fruity and floral notes, and a clean, vibrant cup with a medium to full body, making it a favourite among coffee connoisseurs worldwide.

Nicaragua

Nicaraguan coffee is renowned for its bright acidity, medium body, and complex flavour notes that often include hints of cocoa, nuts, and mild fruitiness, making it a balanced and flavourful cup.

Rwanda

Rwandan coffee is renowned for its vibrant, fruity, and floral flavour profile, offering bright acidity balanced with a smooth, medium body and delicate aromatic notes.

Uganda

Ugandan coffee is celebrated for its rich diversity of flavours, ranging from bright, fruity, and floral Arabicas to bold, earthy, and nutty Robusta's, reflecting the country’s unique terroirs and traditional processing.

Vietnam

Vietnamese coffee is characterized by its bold, intense flavour with rich bitterness, chocolatey notes, and a smooth, creamy body, often complemented by sweetened condensed milk for a unique balance of strong and sweet flavours.

Differences in arabica and robusta

Arabica beans are generally larger, oval-shaped, flatter, and feature a curved (S-shaped) centre groove. Arabica plants are smaller trees (9–12 feet), delicate, and more susceptible to diseases.

Robusta beans are smaller, rounder, and have a straight groove. Robusta plants are bushier, taller (10–20 feet), and hardier, naturally resistant to pests due to higher caffeine levels.

Arabica beans are known for their smooth, mild flavour with fruity, floral, and chocolatey notes, offering a clean, silky texture and higher acidity. They are considered more complex and aromatic, often described as sweet lightly nutty.

Robusta beans have a stronger, more bitter taste with earthy, woody, or smoky notes. The higher caffeine content  contributes to the intensity and bitterness. Robusta’s flavour works well in espresso blends, providing a thicker  crema.

Arabica thrives at high altitudes (600–2000 meters), prefers cooler temperatures (15–24°C), shaded areas, and specific rainfall patterns. These factors contribute to slower bean maturation and complex flavours.

Robusta grows in lower altitudes (0–800 meters), tolerates heat (18–36°C) and wetter conditions, and is more resistant to diseases and pests, making it easier to cultivate with higher  yields.

History of coffee

Origins and Early Use
Coffee’s history traces back to Ethiopia, most famously linked to the legend of Kaldi, a 9th-century goat herder who noticed his goats becoming energetic after eating coffee cherries. Monks in nearby monasteries brewed these cherries to stay awake during  prayers, marking one of the earliest known coffee uses .By the 15th century, coffee cultivation and consumption had spread to Yemen, where Sufi Muslim monasteries used it as an aid for concentration and spiritual focus during long night-time devotions. The Yemeni port of Mocha became a key coffee trade hub, giving the world one of its earliest and most famous coffee varieties.
Spread Through the Middle East and Coffeehouses
From Yemen, coffee quickly disseminated across the Arabian Peninsula to cities like Mecca and Medina, then to major urban centres including Cairo, Damascus, Aleppo, and Constantinople (Istanbul). Coffeehouses, known as qahveh khaneh, became central social and cultural hubs by the 16th century. These places were venues  for intellectual discussion, music, games, and political discourse, earning the nickname “Schools of the Wise". While initially controversial and sometimes banned due to religious concerns, coffee survived and thrived, becoming a titular part of Islamic social life.
Introduction to Europe
In the 16th century, coffee entered Europe primarily through Mediterranean trade routes. Venetian merchants introduced it, and despite early suspicion and religious  opposition—some calling it the “bitter invention of Satan”—coffee soon won favour. The papal endorsement by Pope Clement VIII in the late 1500s helped assure its acceptability in Christian Europe. Europe saw the rise of coffeehouses mirroring the Middle Eastern model, starting with Venice in 1645 and spreading rapidly across London, Paris, Vienna, and other  cities. Coffeehouses became key intellectual and cultural meeting spots linked to social change, commerce, and enlightenment ideas Britannica.
Global Cultivation and Colonial Expansion
The 17th and 18th centuries marked the global expansion of coffee cultivation. The Dutch smuggled coffee plants from Yemen to their colonies in Java (Indonesia),  successfully establishing plantations. The French introduced coffee to the Caribbean (Martinique and Saint-Domingue), and the Portuguese brought coffee to Brazil. These regions grew to dominate coffee production globally, with Brazil becoming the largest producer by the  mid-19th century. Coffee's cultivation was frequently tied to colonial enterprises that depended on enslaved labour, which profoundly impacted social and economic histories in these regions.
Coffee in the Americas
Coffee was brought to North America in the mid-1600s and became a preferred beverage after the Boston Tea Party in 1773 when drinking tea was seen as unpatriotic. This historical event helped cement coffee’s  cultural importance in America Britannica.
Industrialization and Modern Coffee Culture
The Industrial Revolution boosted coffee production and distribution, making it accessible and affordable to the masses. The invention of instant coffee in the early 20th century and the rise of coffee brands spread coffee into daily life world wide. Later, the coffee culture evolved through multiple waves:
First Wave: Mass production and consumption for convenience.
Second Wave: Brand-driven coffeehouses emphasizing specialty drinks (e.g., Starbucks effect)
Third Wave: Focus on artisanal, single origin coffees, sustainability, and ethical sourcing.
Coffee Today
Coffee remains one of the most popular beverages globally, consumed by billions daily. Its history reveals its role in religious practice, social interaction, economic  development, and cultural expression. Modern challenges include adapting to climate change and promoting sustainable farming practices, ensuring coffee’s future for generations to come.