Archives: Glossary Terms

Lasuna

Lasuna is a local coffee variety I have encountered in Sumatra, which appears to have Typica aspects in the plant

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Lata

A lata is a volume of coffee in cherry or parchment that is used to determine payment to farmers in

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Latte

An espresso-based beverage with steamed silky milk on top, averaging 190-220 ml with 20 ml espresso, served in a ceramic

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Laurina

Laurina or “Bourbon Pointu” is a cultivar with low caffeine content, at .6% compared to 1-1.2% for many Arabica types,

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Leathery

Aromas or flavors reminiscent of leather, a very rustic quality and not necessarily a defect.: This descriptor is somewhat reminiscent

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Lemon

Lemon

Lemon notes, as well as other related citrusy flavors or acidities, are prized in coffee. These usually express themselves as

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Liveliness

Another euphemistic term to describe acidity in coffee. A lively coffee has more high, acidic notes. Not to be confused

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