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Coffee Origins and Varieties

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Which country is known as the birthplace of coffee?

  1. Brazil

  2. Ethiopia

  3. Colombia

  4. Vietnam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Coffee is believed to have originated in the highlands of Ethiopia, where it was first discovered by the Oromo people.

What is the scientific name of the coffee plant?

  1. Coffea arabica

  2. Coffea canephora

  3. Coffea liberica

  4. Coffea stenophylla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Coffea arabica is the most widely cultivated coffee species, known for its high-quality beans and distinct flavor profile.

Which coffee variety is native to the Americas?

  1. Arabica

  2. Robusta

  3. Liberica

  4. Excelsa


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Robusta coffee is native to the Congo Basin in Africa, but it is also widely cultivated in the Americas, particularly in Brazil and Vietnam.

What is the difference between Arabica and Robusta coffee beans?

  1. Arabica beans are larger and have a smoother flavor, while Robusta beans are smaller and have a more bitter taste.

  2. Arabica beans have higher caffeine content, while Robusta beans have lower caffeine content.

  3. Arabica beans are more expensive than Robusta beans.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arabica beans are generally larger, have a smoother flavor, higher caffeine content, and are more expensive than Robusta beans.

Which coffee-growing region is known for its high-altitude cultivation and distinct flavor profiles?

  1. Kenya

  2. Colombia

  3. Ethiopia

  4. Costa Rica


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Kenya, Colombia, Ethiopia, and Costa Rica are all renowned coffee-growing regions known for their high-altitude cultivation and unique flavor profiles.

What is the name of the coffee variety that is known for its chocolatey and nutty flavor?

  1. Caturra

  2. Typica

  3. Bourbon

  4. Geisha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geisha coffee is a rare and highly prized variety known for its exceptional flavor, characterized by notes of chocolate, nuts, and floral aromas.

Which coffee-growing region is known for its volcanic soil and distinctive earthy flavors?

  1. Guatemala

  2. Nicaragua

  3. El Salvador

  4. Honduras


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Guatemala, Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Honduras are all coffee-growing regions known for their volcanic soil and distinctive earthy flavor profiles.

What is the name of the coffee variety that is known for its resistance to pests and diseases?

  1. Catimor

  2. Mundo Novo

  3. Catuai

  4. Villa Sarchi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Catimor is a coffee variety that is a hybrid between Caturra and Timor, known for its resistance to pests and diseases, making it a popular choice for commercial cultivation.

Which coffee-growing region is known for its washed processing method and bright acidity?

  1. Ethiopia

  2. Kenya

  3. Colombia

  4. Costa Rica


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ethiopia is known for its washed processing method, which involves removing the fruit from the coffee beans before drying, resulting in bright acidity and complex flavors.

What is the name of the coffee variety that is known for its large bean size and high yield?

  1. Maragogype

  2. Peaberry

  3. SL28

  4. Blue Mountain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maragogype is a coffee variety known for its exceptionally large bean size and high yield, making it a popular choice for commercial cultivation.

Which coffee-growing region is known for its unique microclimates and diverse flavor profiles?

  1. Brazil

  2. Indonesia

  3. India

  4. Vietnam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indonesia is known for its diverse coffee-growing regions, each with unique microclimates and distinct flavor profiles, including Sumatra, Java, and Sulawesi.

What is the name of the coffee variety that is known for its sweet and fruity flavor?

  1. SL28

  2. Blue Mountain

  3. Gesha

  4. Kona


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kona coffee is a highly prized variety grown in the Kona district of Hawaii, known for its sweet and fruity flavor profile.

Which coffee-growing region is known for its dry processing method and bold flavors?

  1. Brazil

  2. Ethiopia

  3. Indonesia

  4. Yemen


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Yemen is known for its dry processing method, which involves drying the coffee cherries whole before removing the fruit, resulting in bold and distinctive flavors.

What is the name of the coffee variety that is known for its floral and citrusy notes?

  1. SL34

  2. Typica

  3. Bourbon

  4. Caturra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

SL34 is a coffee variety known for its floral and citrusy flavor notes, making it a popular choice for specialty coffee production.

Which coffee-growing region is known for its shade-grown coffee and sustainable practices?

  1. Colombia

  2. Costa Rica

  3. Guatemala

  4. Mexico


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Mexico are all known for their shade-grown coffee and commitment to sustainable practices, resulting in high-quality and environmentally friendly coffee production.

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