Brazil produced the most coffee in 2020, with 63.4 million 60-kg bags. Vietnam came in second at 29 million bags.
Starbucks likely sells the most coffee daily. The company uses high-volume commercial espresso machines like the Mastrena behind the counter. Green Mountain Coffee has been rebranded to Keurig Dr Pepper. Other well-known brands include Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts.
US coffee typically uses Arabica beans known for their intense flavor. The preferred coffee to water ratio is 0.25 ounces to 5.07 ounces.
The Americano was created during World War II when American soldiers in Italy added water to espresso. It contains 1-2 espresso shots with additional boiling water.
Although the US doesn’t produce much coffee due to the lack of a tropical climate, there are some regional varieties like Hawaiian Kona, Jamaican Blue Mountain, and Puerto Rican coffee.
Notable US-made coffee makers include those from Bunn, Technivorm Moccamaster, and OXO Brew.
An Americano differs from drip coffee as it is made with espresso shots, offering a different flavor profile compared to the drip coffee method, which uses ground beans.