Hello, Robusta Bean
As us coffee devotees know, there is plenty to love about a good cup of joe. There’s the taste — it’s something you might not love as a kid when you first take a sip out of mom or dad’s mug, but that symphony of smells and flavors quickly becomes associated with joy and energy. Then, there is the ‘comforting feeling of routine’ coffee can bring. Knowing that each day can start off with a bang is reason enough to get out of bed.
But there is another reason coffee is the most popular drink in American. You probably already guessed it — that burst of energy one gets from the morning (or afternoon!) brew. Most regular coffee gets its natural perkiness from that little thing called caffeine, a compound found in coffee beans that acts as a stimulant to your nervous system. Basically, it’s the reason for every “Don’t Talk to Me Before I’ve Had My Coffee” meme you’ve ever seen. And the Robusta bean has lots of it.
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Caffeine is ideal for keeping away a chemical that makes us inherently sleepy, called adenosine.
According to SlumberWise:
“The effect of coffee and its caffeine is to block the effects of adenosine on your brain. It also increases the flow of stimulation chemicals, including acetylcholine, epinephrine, dopamine, serotonin, glutamate, norepinephrine, cortisol, and endorphins. Caffeine is able to have such a profound effect because it is both water-soluble and fat-soluble. This allows it to cross easily from the blood stream straight into your brain. Once there, caffeine can get to work.”Besides keeping you awake and alert all day long, you get many unexpected benefits from caffeine in your diet — which is one of the many reasons we’re incredibly excited to announce our forthcoming roast! Coming soon to our Product Page is a brand new blend, one which uses a special mix of Robusta beans. And, if you’re a coffee-lover who’s not familiar with the infamous Robusta bean, you’re in for a serious treat. Robusta beans are some of the most highly caffeine beans in the entire world, which is why most roasts don’t use 100% Robusta for their grounds. (We love caffeine and that’s too much, even for us.) Despite the incredible energy boost a Robusta can give, there are some critics who take issue with the bean, thinking it a cheaper, lower quality version of Arabica beans. But, truthfully, the two types are extremely different and offer their own pros and cons. Here are just a few reasons why we love Robusta roasts:
1. The Robusta Bean is Perfect for Camping
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2. The Flavor is Deliciously Bold

3. There are Antioxidants Galore

4. And, Of Course, the Extra Caffeine
