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[W729]Whole Bean Columbian Coffee

by Ajaay Kumar, Aja

Thanks to an aggressive marketing campaign started in the 1980s, Columbian coffee is now almost synonymous with the popular image and logo of Juan Valdez and his donkey trekking through the Columbian mountains.
However, with the advent of specially grown coffees, environmentally sustainable coffees, organic and fair trade coffees, Columbia is working hard to upgrade its image and become the world's premiere source for high-quality, gourmet coffees. Most standard, store brands will have Columbian coffee. However, many will also blend these with beans from Brazil, Africa or other Latin countries. Thanks to consumer demands, a number of coffee plantations in Columbia are working toward a triple seal certification. The Triple Seal is the highest level an organic farmer can obtain and requires first that the farmer meets the USDA organic cultivation standards.
Types of Beans Grown in Columbia
Almost all the coffee beans grown in Columbia are 100 percent Arabica beans. The Arabica bean is low in caffeine and acidity and are best grown in rugged, mountain terrains. Many Columbian coffee growers are also moving toward fair trade practices to stay competitive with the international coffee market. Remember, coffee is a volatile commodity, so staying in tune and on top of customer demands is crucial to growers and manufacturers remaining competitive in the java business.
The Arabica bean is the most popular bean in North America, thanks to its superior taste and how well it lends itself to a classic, American medium roast.
Washed Arabica
Columbian coffee beans go through a washing process. This wet processing purifies the beans, takes out some of the acidity and gives the coffee a stronger aroma and richer taste, making it ideal for the coffee lover.
Coffee Growing Regions in Columbia
The two largest coffee-growing areas in Columbia are the central region including Armenia, Manizales and Medellin and the eastern, more mountainous area closer to Bogota and Bucaramanga.
Major Carriers of Columbian Coffee
Most standard, store brands will have Columbian coffee. However, many will also blend these with beans from Brazil, Africa or other Latin countries. Thanks to consumer demands, a number of coffee plantations in Columbia are working toward a triple seal certification. The Triple Seal is the highest level an organic farmer can obtain and requires first that the farmer meets the USDA organic cultivation standards. Many Columbian coffee growers are also moving toward fair trade practices to stay competitive with the international coffee market. Remember, coffee is a volatile commodity, so staying in tune and on top of customer demands is crucial to growers and manufacturers remaining competitive in the java business.
Next, the grower must create a natural shade grown coffee plantation. So, instead of relying on artificial shades or screens, the grower must plant and grow a natural, plant-based canopy.
Finally, the last seal is granted by the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center and Rainforest Alliance. This seal is dependent on how the coffee plantation affects the natural habitat around it both now and in the future.
Many Columbian coffee growers are also moving toward fair trade practices to stay competitive with the international coffee market. Remember, coffee is a volatile commodity, so staying in tune and on top of customer demands is crucial to growers and manufacturers remaining competitive in the java business.

Coffee is on of Americas favorite beverages and becomes more popular as the years go by. So naturally you would be able to find different methods of preparing Columbian coffee. You can make all sorts of tasty treats with this aromatic drink.
Below are some of the most popular recipes that are highly used today in some of the most popular coffee houses across the world. Now, you can save money by making these Columbian coffee recipes come to life in your very own kitchen. Friends and family alike will be amazed at just how delicious your coffee treats taste.

100% Iced Columbian Coffee

Double strength Columbian coffee
Cracked Ice
4 tablespoons of sugar

Brew double strength Columbian coffee by simply adding 8 tablespoons of ground coffee to every 12 ounces of water.
Fill your electric blender half way with your chilled Columbian coffee and add the cracked ice.
Add the 4 tablespoons of sugar or sweetener and blend until you have a thick foamy coffee treat.
This recipe will give you approximately 4 servings, if you need more than that simply double or triple the recipe to suit your needs. This will became a fast favorite for the Columbian coffee lovers in your life.

Columbian Coffee Mousse

? a cup of brewed 100% Columbian coffee
1 ? cups of milk
1 cup of heavy cream
1 package of unflavored gelatin
3 eggs; separated
? cup of brown sugar
? teaspoon almond extract
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coffee concentrates (1 cup ground to every 8 ounces of cold water)

Sprinkle the gelatin over a cup of cold water and let it soften while preparing the custard.
Heat milk to its boiling point in a saucepan. Beat egg yolks using a wire whisk or electric mixer. Pour the hot milk over beaten egg yolks slowly, beating constantly with wire whisk. Return mixture to saucepan, add brown sugar, and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until custard has thickened slightly, approximately 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and add gelatin to the hot custard and stir until dissolved. Add coffee concentrate, vanilla and almond extracts.

3. Transfer mixture to a bowl and refrigerate. Keep refrigerated and stir every five minutes until custard has thickened to the consistency of unbeaten egg whites, approximately 25-45 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, whip the cream until it softens and refrigerate.
5. Beat egg whites until they are stiff but not dry. Fold coffee custard base into egg whites. Gently fold in whipped cream. Pour mixture into 8 individual custard cups and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
When you have finished, you will have created a delicious surprise for all to enjoy.

These recipes are by no means exhaustive but just a few of some of the worlds most popular Columbian coffee recipes. With just a little creativity and imagination you can take these recipes on Columbian coffee and develop many more! Enjoy.

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