CB Coffee Bean Knowledge and Processing

Question 1

Which of the following coffee bean varieties is known for its smooth and mild flavor?

Accepted Answer

Arabica

Answer

Robusta

Answer

Liberica

Answer

Excelsa

Question 2

What process removes the outer layers of the coffee cherry before drying?

Accepted Answer

Washed (wet) process

Answer

Dry (natural) process

Answer

Honey process

Answer

Semi-washed process

Question 3

Which roast level is typically the most acidic?

Accepted Answer

Light roast

Answer

Medium roast

Answer

Dark roast

Answer

French roast

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of the fermentation stage in coffee processing?

Accepted Answer

Break down mucilage and develop flavor

Answer

Increase caffeine content

Answer

Make beans softer for roasting

Answer

Speed up the drying process

Question 5

Where are most of the world’s Arabica coffee beans grown?

Accepted Answer

High-altitude regions

Answer

Low-altitude tropical regions

Answer

Desert climates

Answer

Coastal areas

Question 6

How does the honey process differ from the washed process?

Accepted Answer

Honey process retains some mucilage, while washed process removes all mucilage

Answer

Honey process uses honey to sweeten the beans

Answer

Washed process dries the beans without fermentation

Answer

Honey process is faster than the washed process