There are four varieties of commercially viable coffee: Arabica, Liberica, Excelsa, and Robusta. Growers predominantly plant the Arabica species. Although less popular, Robusta tastes slightly more bitter and contains more caffeine.
SALAM
Sa*lam (sa*läm"), n. Etym: [Ar. salam peace, safety.]
Definition: A salutation or compliment of ceremony in the east by word or act; an obeisance, performed by bowing very low and placing the right palm on the forehead. [Written also salaam.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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