Types of coffee beans

Description

Most known coffee types, Arabica and Robusta, and the cultivars under each one of those types.

Alternative labels

kinds of coffee beans
types of coffee bean
options of coffee beans
coffee beans types
type of coffee bean
variety of coffee beans
choice of coffee beans

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Types of coffee beans is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Green coffee buyer: Green coffee buyers purchase green coffee beans from producers all around the world commissioned by coffee roasters. They have a deep knowledge of the process of coffee from the fruit to the cup.

Coffee taster: Coffee tasters taste coffee samples in order to evaluate the features of the product or to prepare blending formulas. They determine the product’s grade, estimate its market value, and explore how these products may appeal to different consumer tastes. They write blending formulas for workers who prepare coffee products for commercial purposes.
Master coffee roaster: Master coffee roasters design new coffee styles and ensure the quality of blends and recipes pragmatically. They write blending formulas to guide workers who prepare coffee blends for commercial purposes.
Import export specialist in coffee, tea, cocoa and spices: Import export specialists in coffee, tea, cocoa and spices have and apply deep knowledge of import and export goods including customs clearance and documentation.

Optional knowledge

Types of coffee beans is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Coffee grinder: Coffee grinders operate grinding machines to grind coffee beans to specified fineness.

Import export specialist: Import export specialists have and apply deep knowledge of import and export goods including customs clearance and documentation. They declare goods that cross the border, inform customers about customs and give advice concerning disputes related to customs legislation. They prepare the documents needed and make sure they are delivered to customs. They check and process duty and make sure VAT payments are done as applicable.

 


 

References

  1. Types of coffee beans – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022