In this tour of the world of coffee , its varieties and flavors, it is fair to pause to discover one of the most common varieties around the world, a variety that stands out for its quality, good flavor and although it has as many names as places where it is planted, it has one that defines it as part of each region where it is found, Typical , traveled and recognized around the world, in addition to giving life to other varieties that derive from this seed.
To understand such a famous variety it is important to know its history and origin.
Where does it come from? What a journey for a tree.
But it doesn't stop there. Along the way, La Típica reaches American soil, entering through Dutch and French Guiana, before moving on to Brazil, achieving full expansion. From there, it launched its Latin American tour, reaching Central America in countries like Jamaica, Santo Domingo, Costa Rica, and El Salvador, among others. In South America, it established a stronger foothold in countries like Peru, Ecuador, and, of course, Colombia, where it is also known as Pajarito.
Over time, this variety has lost popularity in many of these countries due to its higher maintenance and its high risk of disease. Although it has regained market share in recent years, thanks to its high quality coffee, connoisseurs and producers have taken it upon themselves to maintain and preserve this variety for those of us who enjoy a good cup of coffee.
Some technical aspects
When discussing coffee varieties and crops, it's important to understand their basic production aspects. The Típica variety should be grown at altitudes between 1,000 and 1,600 meters above sea level. It has large beans and golden buds, and it also comes from tall, large trees, which can translate into low production yields. Because the crops have fewer trees per hectare, and although the beans are large, the production is not high. However, what is considered high is its level in the cup. This coffee is one of the varieties with the best flavor and quality, which makes it a higher-priced variety, which compensates for its low productivity with the quality of the product.
And what can we expect from a Typical cup?
Let's be honest, the name probably doesn't dazzle us as much as hearing how elegant Bourbon sounds, or how exotic Tabi coffee sounds, or even more so Wush Wush. But believe me, Típica has nothing to envy these varieties; it's just as international and well-traveled as them, or in some cases even more so. But more importantly, its flavor is anything but typical; it's a unique flavor that surprises and delights us with its fruity notes in the cup, where we primarily discover a taste of blackberry and other red fruits, highlighting its acidity. But with a rarity that few understand and that many other varieties don't share: the sensation of sweetness that accompanies this variety, naturally blending the coffee's acidity with a sweet taste. Furthermore, it's a variety with a low caffeine concentration, which helps these typical flavors stand out on our palate.
Conclusions
The typical coffee is a variety steeped in history, which throughout its journey around the world has gained not only size but also one of the best flavors in the cup. Knowing the history of this variety helps us understand the different coffees we drink and are grown today. The typical coffee is a fundamental part of the history of modern coffee.
It is the mother of different varieties such as Pacamara and Mundo Novo, varieties that currently have greater production strength than their predecessors. But Típica, despite its size and pest problems, remains a favorite of many, and we know that great coffee growers who love good coffee will keep it in our cups.
We always strive to invite you to try the different varieties you encounter on your coffee journey, discover their flavors, and indulge your palate, discovering new tastes and pleasures with each cup of our traditional beverage.