High altitudes coffee beans

Coffee varieties grown at high altitudes are generally more valuable than those from the plains or lowlands. The beans are brown in warm climates and high altitudes, in place like Africa, Jamaica, Brazil and Colombia.

In the state of Sao Paolo the average elevation of the coffee districts is between 1500 and 3000 feet above sea level. While in the coffee regions of mild producing Colombia are found in altitudes between 3,000 and 6500 feet.

Coffea arabica grows on steep mountain slopes at high altitudes and accounts for 70 percent of world production. Coffee experts agree that the arabica bean has a far superior flavor than other types.

Wherever the location, the best beans – the beans with enchantingly complex flavors and compelling characters, - grow some under some degree of stress, like high altitudes, intense heat or long dry periods. Such harsh weather conditions can produce high-quality beans, but also fewer beans per tree. This makes arabica coffee more costly.
High altitudes coffee beans