The term “single-origin coffee” might sound self explanatory, but the rules of what exactly defines
a “single origin” are hazy and widely debated.
Depending on who you’re talking to, it might
mean a single farm, a collection of farms in one
region, or a whole range of other possibilities.
Whatever the case, the idea is that it’s “pure”
in that, depending on how it’s been handled,
it represents the true terroir of the region from
which it’s come.
Often beans from several origins are blended,
the idea being to combine the characteristics of
various coffees to create a well-balanced and
complex blending of flavors and body.
Specialty
coffee roasters often blend with a particular brew
method in mind to create the ideal final cup flavor.
If you’re just starting to become interested in
specialty coffee, trying out a few different single
origins can be a good way to develop your palate—
you may be surprised at the range of flavors you
begin to notice
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