Surprisingly, it is not the beans of rare breeds of coffee grown in special conditions that top the list of the most expensive coffees. The most valuable beverages are those made from coffee beans that have undergone fermentation.
Black Ivory - "Black Tusk.
The most expensive coffee in the world is produced in Thailand. In order to become a delicacy, the coffee beans must pass through the digestive system of an elephant and come out naturally. The beans eaten by the elephant undergo fermentation in the stomach and intestines of the animal, as a result, the coffee leaves the bitterness behind and has a pleasant mild taste.
You can try the most expensive coffee in the Maldives and Thailand, paying about 50 American dollars per cup. Of course, this coffee is not an everyday morning drink, but rather a gastronomic adventure.
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Kopi Luwak
Kopi Luwak is a rare and very expensive coffee variety from Indonesia. The technology of its production consists of fermentation of coffee beans in the bodies of musangs, small animals of the family of wyverns (the local name of the animal is Luwak). Musangs enjoy eating coffee beans and thanks to one of the components of their gastric juice - cibetine - the beans lose their bitterness and acquire a mild pleasant taste. The beans are completely safe after roasting.
Interesting Fact
Coffee is the most traded commodity in the world after oil.
Jamaica Blue Mountain
Arabica coffee grown in the unique climatic conditions of Jamaica has not only an original flavor, but also unusual external characteristics: its beans are distinguished by their blue-green coloring and round shape.
A nutty flavor with a hint of acidity is a distinctive feature of Blue Mountain Coffee. A soft and slightly tart bouquet leaves a sweet fruity aftertaste.
Interesting fact
Blue Mountain was John Lennon's favorite coffee.
Hacienda La Esmeralda.
A unique rare variety of coffee from Panama, grown on the volcanic slopes of Mount Buru, has a taste with a note of bergamot and citrus acidity, rich aroma with mandarin and jasmine overtones and a sweet aftertaste.
Esmeralda is harvested by hand, the farm attaches particular importance to the maturity of the beans, which explains why it is so expensive.
Saint Helena Coffee
This expensive coffee was named after the place of origin, Saint Helena. Today this remote corner of land is known not only as the last resting place of Napoleon, but also as the birthplace of the famous coffee variety. Ecologically clean region, volcanic soils, high-mountain plantations at the altitude of 3000 meters - excellent conditions for coffee beans production. St. Helena coffee is dark and rich, with a sweetish, nutty taste.
Interesting Fact
Among the famous fans of coffee are the composers Bach and Beethoven. Perhaps the geniuses owe their world fame in part to their favorite drink. It is known that Beethoven used to make his own strong coffee, and Bach dedicated an entire work to coffee - "Coffee Cantata".
Finca El Injerto
This famous coffee sort from Guatemala is a winner of international coffee competitions. The rich taste of the drink with a chocolate aftertaste and without acidity is the result of the humid and cloudy climate, which is characteristic of the region.
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Coffee is the second most popular drink after water.
Fazenda Santa Ines
As you know, Brazil is the world leader in coffee production, and Fazenda Santa Ines is the best coffee in this country, it is harvested only by hand, and manual labor is always valuable. The citrus hints in the aroma and the chocolate flavor are very appreciated by gourmets. This coffee goes well with cream.
Los Planes
This expensive and prestigious coffee from El Salvador with the cocoa flavor and floral aroma has won a lot of prestigious awards in coffee contests.
Kona Coffee
The Kona region of Hawaii gives its name to the variety. The combination of favorable natural conditions for coffee makes it possible to obtain coffee beans with unique properties. In recent years, Hawaiian coffee has become popular among coffee connoisseurs: the finished Kona coffee has cinnamon and nutty notes and tastes like freshly baked pastries.
Rwanda Blue Bourbon
This luxury coffee from Rwanda has a delicate flavor with aromas of spices, nuts and cherries, which made it one of the ten most expensive coffees. Blue Bourbon is featured in popular chain coffee shops around the world, and everyone has the opportunity to try it, even though it doesn't come cheap.
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