FAQ
General Questions
What kind of coffee beans does Coffee Brothers use?
We exclusively sell blends of arabica and robusta beans. Our ratios are 80% arabica / 20% robusta (Light Roast and Dark Roast) and 85% arabica / 15% robusta (Medium Roast). This way we combine the best of both worlds: a rich flavor and a powerful body.
What is the difference between arabica and robusta coffee beans?
- Arabica (Coffea arabica): known for its refined and smooth taste, often with fruity and floral notes. Arabica beans contain less caffeine and more natural sugars, which results in a softer taste experience.
- Robusta (Coffea canephora): has a stronger, more bitter taste and contains more caffeine. This gives robusta an extra kick and a full, creamy crema layer on espressos.
Where do your coffee beans come from?
The Light Roast and the Medium Roast are blends of beans from Ethiopia and Vietnam. The Dark Roast is a blend of beans from Brazil and Ethiopia.
Why does Coffee Brothers use a blend of arabica and robusta?
Our blends are carefully composed to deliver a balanced coffee that is both accessible and full of character. The arabica provides finesse and aromas, while the robusta adds body, strength, and extra crema. Perfect for both black coffee and milk variants.
Do your beans contain additives or artificial flavors?
No, all our beans are 100% pure – without added flavorings or preservatives. What you taste is pure nature, coming from carefully selected beans and artisanal roasting.
Roasting Process
How are Coffee Brothers coffee beans roasted?
Our beans are roasted in small batches using convection. Hot air roasts the beans evenly without them ever touching the metal drum wall. Each type has its own roast level: Light, Medium, or Dark. The Light Roast has the shortest roasting time of the three, the Dark Roast the deepest.
Are your beans oily on the outside?
No, Coffee Brothers beans remain dry on the outside. Because the beans never touch hot metal during roasting, the natural oils stay inside the bean. This has several advantages:
- The flavor is better preserved until grinding and brewing
- The beans are friendlier to coffee machines (no oil buildup)
- The extraction is more consistent, resulting in a better cup of coffee
How fresh are your coffee beans?
Freshness is essential to us. The beans are packed immediately after roasting in aroma-protective bags with a valve and arrive in our warehouse within 7 days after roasting. This way you can be sure you are always working with a fresh bean that still carries its aromas optimally.
