The best coffees exhibit a complex floral aroma. And flavor refers simply to the taste of the coffee. Part of the taste of coffee is derived from the presence of caffeine which, in conjunction with sweetness, provides a particular appeal to the taste buds, and has been associated with calming of mood. The best coffee blends are rich and complex, with flavor elements described as winey, earthy, sweet, nutty, smoky, or spicy. The Consummate Cup.
Coffee is a fleeting moment and a fragrance.
You can almost smell the fresh berries being transformed into roasted beans at National Geographic's Coffee Website . You'll find a clickable map highlighting the major coffee regions of the world and a rundown on the processing, textures and flavors for each type of roast. The section on coffee legend and history reveals the rapaciousness and greed that spurred the spread of coffee drinking from Africa to the New World. The Perfect After-Dinner Coffee. It's the largest-selling coffee in the UK, and we learned about it through our friends in London.