This episode explores the vast diversity within coffee, focusing on the distinct flavor profiles offered by various species and sub-varieties. It highlights that while over 100 Coffea species exist, the global market is dominated by Arabica, known for its complex, aromatic, and sweeter flavor with pleasant acidity, and Robusta, characterized by a stronger, more full-bodied taste with distinct bitter and earthy notes. The text further delves into other notable species like Liberica and Excelsa, each possessing unique characteristics, and then extensively details Arabica varietals such as Typica, Bourbon, Caturra, and Gesha, all contributing their own nuanced and intricate flavor layers like floral, fruity, or chocolatey notes. Ultimately, the source aims to provide a comprehensive guide to the array of tastes and aromas found across different coffee plants, from major species to specific genetic lineages and natural mutations.  NotebookLM