Green Coffee Bean Properties

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Natural, honey,

Moisture Content Typically 10–12% Affects shelf life and roasting behavior Bean Density Higher density = better quality and more consistent roasting Larger beans often indicate more mature cherries Water Activity (Aw)

"Raw beans have a grassy, earthy aroma — not the roasted coffee scent"

Moisture Content: Typically 10–12%

Bean Density: Higher density

Color: Greenish-blue

Hardness: High-grown beans are harder and denser

Properties

Indicates microbial stability; ideal range: 0.50–0.60 Color Greenish-blue to pale green Fewer defects = higher grade (e.g., Grade 1 = <5 defects per 300g) Smell Raw beans have a grassy, earthy aroma — not the roasted coffee scent Hardness High-grown beans are harder and denser — preferred for specialty roasting Processing Type Natural, washed, or honey — affects texture and flavor precursors Caffeine Content Varies slightly by origin and variety, but typically 1–1.5%

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Green Coffee Bean Properties