4 Surprising Facts About the Mighty Coffee Bean

Coffee is enjoyed by people across the world. For some, coffee serves a somewhat utilitarian purpose; we drink it to give ourselves the bursts of energy necessary to get through the day. For others, coffee is a cultural and borderline artistic product. Italy, for example, prides itself on its high-quality coffees and the various forms they come in. No matter how you view coffee, there is more to these beans than meets the eye. It's important to be informed — there is a big difference between buying coffee beans in their raw form and buying pre-ground coffee. With that being said, let's look into some fascinating facts about coffee (and coffee beans).

1. Coffee Beans Offer A Different Experience

We don't want to suggest that ground coffee is inherently bad. Not at all! There are plenty of great ground coffees on the market. However, there are also many subpar ground coffees available, and you tend to have less control over ground coffee than you would over coffee beans that you grind yourself. Coffee beans that you grind yourself tend to provide a fresher taste, as well as a stronger scent and flavor. You will likely notice the difference right away.

2. Coffee Can Lower Your Risk for Developing Diabetes

Many people don't realize that coffee offers unique health benefits. In fact, some dismiss coffee as unhealthy due to negative associations with caffeine. However, coffee actually offers health benefits. Among these benefits is lowering your risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes. According to Healthline, under a review of 30 studies, researchers found that each cup of coffee consumed per day was linked to a 6% lower risk of developing the condition.

3. Most American States Don't Produce Coffee

Believe it or not, most coffee is imported to America. Only two states produce coffee: Hawaii, which offers Kona coffee, and California, which recently began producing premium coffee.

4. Coffee Drinkers Live Longer

You may find it surprising that coffee drinkers often live longer. Moderate coffee consumption, equaling about three to four cups per day, has been linked with a longer lifespan as well as a lower risk for developing cardiovascular disease, Parkinson's, and the aforementioned type 2 diabetes.

Coffee is fun — but it can be beneficial too! Start exploring your love of coffee further by visiting one of our wonderful coffee shops or browsing our coffee online!