Description
The Coffee Discovery Trio is a tasting flight of the three coffees grown and loved in the Philippines: Arabica from Benguet, Robusta from Batangas and Kapeng Barako (Liberica) from Batangas. It comes with our printed Coffee Discovery Trio tasting guide, so the person you give it to can taste them side by side and find their favourite.
What’s inside
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arabica coffee (Benguet, medium roast), 200 g pouch | 1 |
| Robusta coffee (Batangas, dark roast), 200 g pouch | 1 |
| Kapeng Barako / Liberica coffee (Batangas, dark roast), 200 g pouch | 1 |
| Coffee Discovery Trio tasting guide card | 1 |
| Abaca gift bag with Christmas ribbon | 1 |
| Christmas card | 1 |
How the tasting works
The tasting guide walks you through the three coffees in order, from lightest to boldest:
- Arabica: bright aroma and a smooth body. Notice the citrus and floral notes.
- Robusta: bold taste and a full body. Notice the deep, cocoa-like finish.
- Kapeng Barako: intense aroma and a rich body. Notice the lingering notes.
- Compare: smell, sip, then rate the body. Which cup gives you the longest finish?
Brew all three the same way (same amount of coffee, same water) so the only difference is the bean.
The three coffees
| Arabica | Robusta | Kapeng Barako | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Species | Coffea arabica | Coffea canephora | Coffea liberica |
| Origin | Benguet | Batangas | Batangas |
| Roast | Medium | Dark | Dark |
| Taste | Floral, bright, smooth | Bold, full-bodied, dark chocolate | Smoky, woody, very bold |
| Best for | Black, pour-over, drip | With milk, iced, moka pot | Strong black coffee, the classic Filipino cup |
Learn more in our guides to Arabica, Robusta and Kapeng Barako.
Whole bean or ground
Choose one option for all three pouches when you order:
- No (whole bean): for anyone with a grinder. Stays fresh longest.
- Coarse grind: French press and cold brew.
- Normal grind: drip coffee makers and pour-over.
- Fine grind: moka pot and espresso.
Not sure what they use? Normal grind suits most coffee makers.
Who it’s for
- The curious coffee drinker: a fun way to learn what makes each Philippine coffee different.
- Couples and families: a tasting to do together over the holidays.
- Bosses, clients and coffee lovers who have everything: a gift that is also an experience.
- Corporate giveaways: ordering in bulk? See the corporate section on our Christmas Gift Sets page.
More Christmas gift sets
For a smaller gift, see The Christmas Coffee Duo (Arabica and Robusta, ₱620), or browse all Christmas coffee gift sets.
Frequently asked questions
What coffees are in The Coffee Discovery Trio?
A 200 g pouch each of Benguet Arabica (medium roast), Batangas Robusta (dark roast) and Kapeng Barako, a Liberica coffee from Batangas (dark roast), 600 g in total.
What is the tasting guide?
A printed card that tells you which order to taste the coffees in (Arabica, Robusta, then Kapeng Barako), what to notice in each, and how to compare them.
Can I choose whole bean or ground?
Yes. Choose whole bean, or a coarse, normal or fine grind when you order. The grind you pick applies to all three pouches.
Is Kapeng Barako the same as Liberica?
Yes. Kapeng Barako is the Filipino name for Liberica coffee grown in Batangas and nearby provinces.
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