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Homes & Gardens
Laura Honey

5 things you need to know if you want to choose the best coffee beans

Coffee beans being poured into a hand from a bag of coffee beans.

We've all had that moment when a cup of coffee stops tasting of just plain coffee: your mouth will fill with aromas of marzipan, chocolate, honey, or vanilla. This kind of elevated coffee experience is all about knowing how to choose coffee beans.

The coffee community is confusing, especially with lots of technical jargon floating around. If you're not sure whether you want arabica or robusta beans; a single origin or blended bag; and a dark or a light roast, you're in the right place. I've got everything you need to know to choose the right coffee beans for your brewing preferences. There are only five things you need to know to select the perfect coffee beans, unlocking the key to making your coffee taste better than your local barista's.

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