Coffee is one of the best loved beverages all over the world. It is one beverage that is widely accepted all over. There are many places in this world that produce coffee. Coffee usually grows where it is hot but has a lot of available moisture. Countries near the equator are said to be the best producers of coffee and Africa, naturally, is a great producer because most of the continent is near the equator. This crop is revered in all coffee growing parts of the continent because people depend on it for livelihood. So far, the best coffee countries in Africa are Kenya, Ethiopia, and the Ivory Coast. The blends coming from these countries are loved by people with or without additional Torani syrup.
Coffee from Kenya
The high plateaus of Mt. Kenya and its acidic soil make this place a great place to plant coffee which started around 1893. Their coffee is known for its strong flavor, full body and pleasant aroma when brewed. The funny thing about this is that Kenya used to be a tea-drinking country as they were under the British rule for some time. It was when they got their freedom that they started with growing coffee. The flavor might be intense but is still mild compared to the others, which make Kenyan coffee a perfect base for lattes and additions of Torani syrup.
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You can also try this recipe for Mombasa coffee. Combine cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom seeds in a small pan. Then, you pour water until it boils. Continue to let it boil for 10 minutes before stirring in ground coffee, allowing it to continue boiling for 5 additional minutes. Pour this into a serving pot, with still the spices and ground present. Set it aside for 5 minute so that the grounds and spices can settle.
Coffee from Ethiopia
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This country is said to be the birthplace of coffee. About 12 million people depend on this industry which is their primary cash crop. That is why the people here revere their bean very much. The flavor of the coffee here is strong but with hints of citrus and floral flavors. This is best enjoyed brewed with no frills added. So, for those who want to enjoy black coffee without too many frills, coffee from Ethiopia would be the best option for you!
Coffee from the Ivory Coast
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This is one of the popular coffee producing countries. Beans coming from here are mostly the lower grade Robusta coffee beans. Aside from coffee, they are also known to be a top exporter of cocoa beans. Beans here are usually sold to France and Italy. The strong and bold flavor of their coffee is known all over and has higher caffeine content compared to the Arabica makes it a great base for beverage with Torani syrup.
With its robust taste, you can try making an Ivory Coast espresso martini. In a shaker, combine ice, Kahlúa, a squirt of coffee syrup, vodka, and freshly brewed espresso made from Ivory Coast coffee. Shake strongly and strain into a martini glass.
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