Peaberry
A mutated coffee bean type appearing in about 5%-10% of harvests. Peaberries are only half-pollinated and so they contain one seed inside the cherry instead of two. This produces a smaller, rounder, denser bean that’s noticeably different from the classic flat bean.
A mutated coffee bean type appearing in about 5%-10% of harvests. Peaberries are only half-pollinated and so they contain one seed inside the cherry instead of two. This produces a smaller, rounder, denser bean that’s noticeably different from the classic flat bean. Due to their size and density, peaberries absorb heat differently, and roasters tend to roast them for shorter times to avoid producing a “baked” taste. Coffee drinkers might describe peaberry coffee as lighter-bodied but more concentrated or intense in flavor with a complex aroma.