Specialty Coffee: More Than Just a Cup
Gone are the days when coffee was just a hot drink we turned to for waking up in the morning. Today, we live in the era of the "Third Wave of Coffee" or what is known as Specialty Coffee. This concept transformed coffee into an art and science starting from choosing the farms and the method of picking coffee cherries, through the precise roasting level, down to extracting it using innovative methods by a professional "Barista".
The Difference Between Commercial and Specialty Coffee
Specialty coffee relies exclusively on high-quality "Arabica" beans grown at high altitudes and precise climatic conditions, such as Ethiopian, Colombian crops, and certainly Yemeni coffee (Harazi and Matari), which is considered among the most expensive and finest globally. These beans are carefully roasted to highlight their natural notes (like fruits, chocolate, or nuts) without burning them, unlike commercial coffee which is heavily roasted to hide its defects.
Extraction Tools: V60 and Cortado
Specialty cafes offer extraction options that cater to all tastes. For lovers of pure black coffee, the V60 drip or Chemex is the ideal choice to bring out the transparency and delicious acidity of the coffee. As for milk coffee lovers, drinks like "Flat White" or "Cortado" offer a perfect balance between espresso intensity and accurately steamed smooth milk.
Cafe Atmospheres and Quiet Havens
Today's cafe culture provides spaces for working, reading, and meeting friends in calm atmospheres with minimalist decor. You can visit upscale places like Durar Specialty Coffee or enjoy a variety of cold drinks and sweets at La Fontana Cafe. Discover the best cafes and their working hours through the Sahtaen guide to choose your next morning destination.
