The main coffee producing countries

Coffee, that delicious drink. Able to provide us with energy before starting our day. It is also the perfect excuse to meet with our loved ones, at home or in that cafe that we like so much, and it is even the ingredient in delicious desserts, such as Tiramisu. A product so wonderful that we rarely ask ourselves: Where does my favorite coffee come from? Although you may not know it, this is one of the factors that determine the success of the drink.

As you know, coffee is grown in tropical countries. Where the temperature and soil are appropriate for its cultivation to occur, as well as the botanical variety and the processing process. As if that were not enough, the drink will always have a different flavor depending on its place of origin.

In case you didn't know Incapto Coffee, has within its product line, specialty coffee from countries such as Peru, Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, to name a few. That said, we will take care of revealing which are the largest coffee producers, telling a little about their history, marketing and other interesting data.

What are the producing countries?

Only ten major producers are added to this list. This coffee is recognized worldwide for offering a vibrant, aromatic and exquisite cup. Below we present the countries with the greatest presence in the coffee market.

Peru

Spanish migrants were responsible for introducing coffee to Peru, specifically in the Chanchamayo Valley. An industry that took small steps until the end of the 19th century, then, what was manufactured was marketed throughout the national territory and some exports were made to Chile.

It was not until 1888, with the increase in international prices, when Peru became one of the largest coffee producers and began to export its merchandise to Chile, Germany and England. In 1930 the community of Chanchamayo was declared by the English as the most important in coffee production.

Currently, agricultural coffee in Peru is the main export product along with asparagus. Another interesting fact is that the crop fields are located in the Inter-Andean Valleys and in the Eastern Cordillera of the Andes, bordering the Amazon Rainforest.

What variety is grown in Peru?

As you well know, altitude is one of the fundamental conditions to determine if it is a quality coffee, in this case the crops are 1600 meters above sea level, while 90% grows under shade. Regarding the botanical variety used by Peruvian coffee growers, they are Arabicas, of which the following stand out:

-Typica

-Pache

-Caturra

-Bourbon

-Catimor

These factors have given Peru the label of one of the best thanks to its high-altitude coffee. It occupies second place in the world as a producer and exporter, since each year it markets 4.3 million bags of organic coffee. We know that they offer quality beans and that is why Incapto Coffee has decided to add them to the list of products.

Mexico

At the end of the 18th century, the Mexican territory welcomed the first coffee beans, just before it achieved independence. The product entered through the port of Veracruz, settling here and later in Chiapas. Both states have the best environmental conditions for coffee production. Over time it spread to the provinces of Oaxaca, Puebla and Guerrero.

Mexicans adopted coffee from the first moment, since they consider it an ancestral product, just like chocolate and corn. Although it is characterized as a producing country, it occupies number ten position, which is quite surprising for its coffee growers, who have been dedicating themselves to all kinds of cultivation techniques for decades.

This has not been an impediment for Mexico to continue working hard to recover its coffee reputation, as well as the quality of its beans. This country produces a total of 4.5 million bags every year, which represents 1.7% of world coffee production.

Uganda

The climatic conditions are quite favorable for the coffee harvest, because its temperature ranges between 20 and 30°C throughout the year, an attribute that is thanks to Lake Victoria. Uganda has two rainy seasons that positively help the crop.

Before the arrival of the Arabs to this country, coffee was already harvested. In fact, in the 19th century, Spanish explorers discovered a wild coffee plant of the Robusta variety, a strip that ran from West Africa to Lake Victoria.

However, it was in the 20th century that the first Arabica coffee seeds arrived in Uganda, through the province of Entebbe, a region where the British government had its headquarters. From 1912 to the present, its Arabica coffee production comes from the fields located on the slopes of Mount Elgon, west of the Nile and the Rwenzori Mountains.

Meanwhile, in the rest of the areas of Uganda, lower quality Robusta coffee is produced. However, this country is one of the largest producers of Robusta. Since, the commercialization of Arabica is much lower.

Although its coffee plantations are very small, this country produces between 4.9 and 5.1 million bags annually, which is equivalent to 306 thousand tons of beans.

India

According to legend, a holy man named Baba Budam made a long and dangerous journey from Yemen to transport seven fertile coffee beans. This merchandise arrived in the province of Karnataka, in the Southwest of India, specifically in the community of Chikmagalur, which to this day continues to represent 65% of national production.

The botanical variety produced in India is Robusta, but there are many coffee growers who have opted for high quality coffee. So they have grown Arabica beans and have begun to directly market microlots of specialty coffee to buyers.

“Monsoon coffee” is another of the great treasures of India. These grains after being washed and dried. They are stored in large silos, which are left open at the top, so that the gusts of winds in the monsoon season can moisten them. This coffee can remain there for up to three years before being sold.

On the other hand, its coffee is characterized by providing a sweet cup, with woody and earthy notes, little acidity as well as a heavy body.

As if that were not enough, this country produces 5.2 and 5.8 million bags each year. This represents 3.6% of world production. An interesting fact about this is that 80% of this coffee is exported to Europe, the Middle East and Japan.

Ethiopia

It's the place where it all began. Yes, Ethiopia is the birthplace of the coffee tree. According to the legend. A sheep shepherd named Kaldí observed that his animals were much more active after having consumed a strange red fruit that was found in a small bush.

The curious man, wanting to get to the bottom of all this, took these berries to a monk from an abbey. The Abbot did not observe anything strange about these fruits, but he decided to prepare an infusion. When he tried it, he discovered that it had an unpleasant taste. So he launched the infusion with everything and cherries, that's when the most surprising thing happens, because when the fruits came into contact with the embers, they expelled a delicious aroma similar to that of almonds.

From that moment on, the coffee beans are roasted to result in the drink that has become so popular and brightens our days.

As expected, Ethiopia produces a total of 7.6 million bags of coffee beans each year. As if that were not enough, it represents 4.46% of world production. Its Harrar and Sidamo regions are famous for offering quality coffee for its strong earthy flavor, lots of body, and a delicious aroma that ranges between intense and spicy with a chocolate nuance.

In the catalog of Incapto Coffee could not miss an Ethiopian coffee:

Honduras

It is the fifth largest coffee producer in the world. A privileged position that displaces Ethiopia and India from the list, countries that until recently led this position. But what makes Honduran coffee stand out? It turns out that, with this magnificent product we can delight ourselves with a cup of light acidity and fruity aromas, this is due to the altitude at which its crops are located, an average of more than 1000 meters.

In this country, 100% Arabica is planted, specifically its Typica and Bourbon varieties, the most popular varieties. Honduran coffee crops are grown under shade, a technique that keeps the environment safe, because it protects biodiversity by harboring insects, bats, as well as plants that favor the planting site. Another advantage is that chemicals such as insecticides are not used, since the coffee tree is responsible for protecting itself, biologically speaking, and staying safe.

That is why, Incapto Coffee, has decided to have coffee from this country in its product catalog, to share with our clientele the pleasure of enjoying a delicious cup.

It should be noted that Honduras' annual production is approximately 8.3 million bags.

Indonesia

The Dutch were responsible for introducing coffee to Jakarta, former Batavia, during the 17th century, but its consolidation occurred after the Second World War, on the 17,508 islands belonging to the largest archipelago in the world.

Leaving aside the popular Kopi Luwak or Civet coffee, in this country the beans are divided into Arabica, Robusta and Liberica. Despite irregular production due to natural phenomena, the regions of Sumatra, Java and Sulawesi represent 80% of national crops.

This country occupies the number four position as the largest coffee producer in the world. This is because they produce a total of 660 thousand tons each year, which is equivalent to 7.46%.

Colombia

As you know, this country is popular for its coffee. The variety they use is mild washed Arabica. It has an excellent climate and a long history in the coffee industry. Its production is located at 840 thousand tons per year, as if that were not enough, various ports count.

These coffees are considered high quality. Several of them are in the category of origin coffees, if at any time you have the opportunity to prepare an exquisite cup with these beans, you will come across flavors that come from Sierra Nevada, Nariño, among others.

Colombia is in third position as the producing country in terms of volume. However, it leads the first place as the top producer of washed mild Arabica coffee.

Vietnam

The French were in charge of bringing coffee, when Vietnam was known as French Indochina. Achieving the coffee empire that it is today only took 30 years, which turns out to be less time than the rest of the countries, and even ranks second as one of the large producers.

Although the majority of coffee plantations are of the Robusta variety, a great effort is being made to introduce Arabica beans. Surprisingly, this country is one of the most important operations centers for Starbucks.

Brazil

In addition to being famous for its Carnivals and the catchy rhythm of samba, Brazil can also boast its title as the largest coffee producer in the world. It turns out that this country is responsible for producing a total of 2,594,100 tons each year.

It may represent 30% of world production. But their varieties do not stand out for the quality they can add to the drink. Since, only 20% of the crops are of the Arabica variety, which is grown in the province of Minas Gerais, while 80% is Robusta and harvested in the state of Espíritu Santo.

Coffee production in Vietnam and Brazil represents 50% of world exports.

As you will see Incapto Coffee is characterized by being a brand that, in addition to promoting environmental care and being coffee fans, we reject the encapsulation of products, we are also responsible for offering specialties from all over the world and that suit all tastes. We invite you to enter the website of Incapto coffee and select the one of your preference.

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The 10 largest coffee producers in the world

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