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Specification for Cameroon Coffee

Product Name: Cameroon Coffee (Robusta/Arabica)
Origin: Cameroon (Primarily Western Highlands – Bamenda, Boyo, or the Adamawa region)

Types:

  1. Robusta Coffee: Grown in lowland regions.
  2. Arabica Coffee: Grown in highland regions (more common in areas like the Western Highlands).

Physical & Chemical Characteristics:

  1. Moisture Content: Maximum 12.5% for green beans.
  2. Screen Size:
    • Robusta: Screen 15+ (large beans)
    • Arabica: Screen 16+ (medium-large beans)
  3. Bean Shape: Oval for Arabica, round for Robusta.
  4. Defective Beans: Maximum 1.5% defects.
  5. Color:
    • Green Beans: Pale green to bluish-green (Arabica), or yellowish-green (Robusta).
    • Roasted Beans: Uniform brown.
  6. Foreign Matter: Maximum 0.5%
  7. Cup Quality:
    • Arabica: Medium body, bright acidity, floral and fruity notes.
    • Robusta: Full body, lower acidity, nutty or earthy flavor, and higher bitterness.
  8. Aroma:
    • Arabica: Sweet and floral.
    • Robusta: Earthy and more intense.
  9. Caffeine Content:
    • Arabica: 1.2% – 1.5%
    • Robusta: 2.2% – 2.7%

Flavor Profile:

  • Arabica Coffee: Known for a sweet, floral aroma with fruity notes like berries and citrus, medium acidity, and a well-rounded flavor profile.
  • Robusta Coffee: Has a bold, intense flavor with earthy, nutty, and woody notes, lower acidity, and a strong aftertaste.

Grading:

  • Grade 1 (Premium): Large, defect-free beans with uniform size.
  • Grade 2: Slightly smaller beans with minimal defects.
  • Grade 3: Standard grade with more noticeable defects.

Roasting Levels:

  • Typically medium or dark roast to highlight the rich body and aroma of Cameroon coffee, especially for Robusta.

Packaging:

  • Green Beans: 60kg jute bags or bulk shipment.
  • Roasted Beans: 500g, 1kg vacuum-sealed bags for retail or 25kg bags for wholesale.

Shelf Life:

  • Green Beans: Up to 12 months in cool, dry conditions.
  • Roasted Beans: 6-9 months in vacuum-sealed packaging.

Use Cases:

  • Espresso Blends: Robusta from Cameroon is popular in espresso blends due to its crema-producing qualities and strong body.
  • Single-Origin Brews: Arabica coffee from Cameroon is often sold as a premium single-origin brew due to its unique flavor profile.

Certifications:

  • Fair Trade or Organic Certifications available for some coffee from the region.

Harvest Period:

  • Arabica: October – February.
  • Robusta: November – March.

Cameroon coffee is renowned for its distinct flavor, especially its Robusta variety which holds a significant place in the global coffee market for its full body and intensity. Would you like more detailed specifications on any particular type?

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