Coffee Bean - A Unique Product
The coffee bean is a unique product, containing hundreds of chemical compounds. This product is so complex and unparalleled that even with powerful chemical laboratory equipment, no one has come close to creating artificial coffee. What makes it so complex, and why is coffee so unique?
Chemical Composition of Coffee
The chemical composition of coffee includes groups of substances such as fibers, carbohydrates, proteins, alkaloids (caffeine and tannin), acids, lipids, minerals, vitamins, and ash. More than 50% of the substances in the bean are carbohydrates. They form the so-called body of the beverage. Organic acids form unique flavor compounds. Caffeine provides a sense of alertness but also contributes to the bitterness of the taste. Lipids - essential oils, account for the tactile and viscosity of the drink. During the roasting of green beans, all these substances interact in various reactions, forming aromatic compounds that eventually create the aroma of the drink.
Composition of Coffee Beverages
The composition of coffee drinks (cappuccino, latte, raf coffee) is more complex since pure coffee concentrate is mixed with dairy products. Such drinks have high fat and carbohydrate content because milk contains a lot of natural sugar - lactose and saturated fats. By adding sucrose (regular sugar), the calorie content of these drinks becomes even higher. Therefore, it is not recommended to overindulge in these drinks to maintain digestive health. For comparison: a cup of filter coffee (250ml) contains about 2 kcal, while a cup of cappuccino without sugar of the same volume has 74 kcal.
Composition of Instant Coffee
The composition of instant coffee differs significantly from freshly roasted coffee. This product usually retains a large amount of alkaloids - caffeine and tannin, products of sugar caramelization, and some acids. It is not uncommon for instant coffee to have chemical stabilizers, flavorings, colorings, and thickeners added. Cheap instant coffee often contains a significant amount of chicory.
Advantages of Natural Coffee
One of the advantages of natural coffee over instant coffee is the presence of vitamins A, B, E, and minerals like potassium and magnesium in its composition.
Health Effects
Natural coffee beans positively impact metabolism, are excellent antioxidants, and act as a mild psychostimulant.
Indian Coffee
Interestingly, coffee from India is one of the global leaders in terms of eco-friendly production and natural composition. This is because the country approaches coffee cultivation with great care, and the centuries-old traditions of growing and harvesting are passed down from generation to generation by farmers. Indian coffee and other unique varieties of freshly roasted coffee beans from around the world await you in our online store buno.com.ua. Here you can order high-quality bean freshly roasted coffee online in bulk and retail. Buno guarantees the quality and naturalness of all items presented in the store's assortment. Choose quality coffee, as it is now accessible to everyone.
