Aussies love coffee, a lot. We have now come into our own with whole-bean coffee, which has burst into our lives with the satisfying flavour that we long for and love. The choices are many, and there is most definitely a flavour to suit your individual tastes. Here we take a look at some of the coffees produced in the Americas.
Hawaii
Although their coffee is farmed throughout the Hawaiian Islands, the best known form is Kona, and is grown on the main island of Hawaii. The environment is ideal for this particular bean and comes from the coffee trees that thrive on the slopes of Mauna Loa volcano. Planted in the dark volcanic soil, the seedlings enjoy a natural canopy of shade from the tropical clouds above. A rich aromatic coffee with a medium body.
Mexico …show more content…
Mostly grown in the south in Veracruz, Oaxaca and Chiapas, Mexican coffee offers a delicious aroma filled with a sharpness of depth and character. The bean is ideal for a dark roast, but is equally compatible as a blend. If you see a Mexican coffee labelled Altura, you will know that this was grown at a high