Origins
What is coffee?
Coffee regions of the world
History of coffee
Lifecycle of Coffee
Coffee in the U.S.
Beans
Varieties
Processes
Roasts
Decaf coffee
Organic coffee
Coffee certifications
Storage and shelf life
Brewing
Drip coffee
Pour-over coffee
Espresso
French press coffee
Cold brew coffee
Health
Health benefits of coffee
Research library
Frequently asked questions
Sustainability
Environmental support
Navigating climate change
Preventing deforestation
Industry initiatives
  • Origins
    The coffee in your cup starts on a tree! Coffee “beans” are the seeds of the coffee tree, harvested and roasted from coffee-growing regions across the world. This is coffee’s origin story.
    Origins
    What is coffee?
    Coffee regions of the world
    History of coffee
    Lifecycle of Coffee
    Coffee in the U.S.
  • Beans
    The coffee beans you choose—and how they are extracted, dried, roasted, and stored—play a role in your coffee’s taste, texture, and caffeination.
    Beans
    Varieties
    Processes
    Roasts
    Decaf coffee
    Organic coffee
    Coffee certifications
    Storage and shelf life
  • Brewing
    Learning how to brew coffee—or refining your skills—is a delicious journey. Explore brewing methods as well as techniques and tips for everything from grinding beans to cleaning equipment.
    Brewing
    Drip coffee
    Pour-over coffee
    Espresso
    French press coffee
    Cold brew coffee
  • Health
    Here you’ll find information about coffee and health, all based on independent research, including evidence that shows that drinking coffee is linked to overall longer, healthier lives.
    Health
    Health benefits of coffee
    Research library
    Frequently asked questions
  • Sustainability
    Learn how the industry has stepped up to make coffee more sustainable from seed to cup—addressing environmental needs and supporting farmers and the many people who keep your cup full.
    Sustainability
    Environmental support
    Navigating climate change
    Preventing deforestation
    Industry initiatives
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Origins
What is coffee?
Coffee regions of the world
History of coffee
Lifecycle of Coffee
Coffee in the U.S.
Beans
Varieties
Roasts
Processes
Decaf coffee
Organic coffee
Coffee certifications
Storage and shelf life
Brewing
Drip coffee
Pour-over coffee
Espresso
French press coffee
Cold brew coffee
Health
Health benefits of coffee
Research library
Frequently asked questions
Sustainability
Environmental support
Navigating climate change
Preventing deforestation
Industry initiatives
  • About NCA
  • Contact Us
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  • Policies
  • Origins
  • What is coffee?
  • Coffee regions of the world
  • History of coffee
  • Lifecycle of Coffee
  • Coffee in the U.S.
  • Beans
  • Varieties
  • Roasts
  • Processes
  • Decaf coffee
  • Organic coffee
  • Coffee certifications
  • Storage and shelf life
  • Brewing
  • Drip coffee
  • Pour-over coffee
  • Espresso
  • French press coffee
  • Cold brew coffee
  • Health
  • Health benefits of coffee
  • Research library
  • Frequently asked questions
  • Sustainability
  • Environmental support
  • Navigating climate change
  • Preventing deforestation
  • Industry initiatives
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