Celebrate National Bean Day with Ellis Coffee! Discover how we’ve partnered with trusted farmers and brokers for over four generations to source the highest-quality coffee beans, ensuring a consistent, flavorful brew in every cup. From Arabica to rare Peaberries in our Tanzania Zanzibar, learn the unique stories behind the beans that brighten your mornings.
January 6th is National Bean Day, and it’s the perfect excuse to enjoy something comforting and flavorful—like a great cup of coffee! But why January 6? The date commemorates the passing of Gregor Mendel, the famous geneticist who, in 1884, used bean and pea plants to develop groundbreaking theories on genetics. While National Bean Day has scientific roots, we’re all for celebrating beans in every delicious form—especially coffee beans!
At Ellis Coffee, we’re passionate about sourcing exceptional beans that bring joy to your cup. For over four generations, we’ve partnered with the same trusted coffee brokers and farmers who have a deep understanding of our high expectations, which ensures we source the most consistent, high-quality coffee beans, delivering a reliable and artisan roasted coffee experience from farm to cup to our customers. Let’s explore the diverse world of coffee beans, including a rare gem you’ll find in our collection.
1. Arabica
Loved for its smooth, sweet flavor with hints of fruit and sugar, Arabica is the most popular coffee bean in the world. Grown at higher altitudes in regions with cool temperatures, it’s the foundation of many beloved Ellis blends, offering a delicate and refined coffee experience.
One of the rarest coffee beans, the Peaberry, is a genus of arabica (along with caturra, bourbon, kona, villaba, & dozens of others). Unlike typical coffee cherries, which contain two beans, Peaberries have just one. This gives them a concentrated flavor with bright, lively notes. At Ellis Coffee, you can find the extraordinary Peaberry in our Tanzania Zanzibar, offering a truly unique and flavorful coffee experience.
2. Robusta
For those who crave a bold, earthy flavor and a caffeine kick, Robusta is the bean of choice. Its hearty nature thrives in lower altitudes and warmer climates, making it a favorite for creating rich, crema-topped espressos
3. Liberica
Known for its fruity aroma and full-bodied flavor, Liberica is a unique bean cherished by adventurous coffee lovers. Though rare, its distinctive profile makes it a standout for those seeking something different.
4. Excelsa
A cousin of Liberica, Excelsa adds complexity to coffee blends with its tart, fruity notes and light body. It’s perfect for those who enjoy a bright, vibrant cup.
So this National Bean Day, while you reflect on Mendel’s scientific contributions, don’t forget to celebrate the coffee beans that make your mornings brighter. And here’s a fun twist—did you know coffee beans aren’t actually beans? They’re the seeds of coffee cherries, small berries packed with the flavor we all love. Which “bean” are you brewing today?
