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Excelsa

Also called Coffea liberica var. dewevrei, Coffea dewevrei

A variety of Liberica grown mainly in South-East Asia, tart and fruity.

Species
Coffea liberica var. dewevrei
Lineage
Central Africa
Stature
Tree
Yield
Medium
Best altitude
0–1,000 m
Leaf rust
Resistant
Quality
Distinctive

Where it grows

  • Central African Republic (where it began)
  • Philippines
  • Vietnam

About

Reclassified as a variety of Liberica in 2006, Excelsa is a small but growing part of world output, mostly in Vietnam and the Philippines. It is often used in blends to add depth.

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