robusta

British  

/ rəʊˈbʌstə /

noun

1. a species of coffee tree, Coffea canephora

2. coffee or coffee beans obtained from this plant

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Etymology

Origin of robusta

from Latin rōbustus strong

Example Sentences

Strong and sweet, thick and creamy, the drink starts with strong Robusta coffee brewed on a phin, the traditional individual filter that drip-brews directly into a cup.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We’re changing minds from Robusta,” said the barista, referencing the bean used most commonly around the country.

From The Wall Street Journal

He needed just about all of the 1 1/16 miles but the Into Mischief-sired colt, who cost owner Peter Fluor $2.4 million as a yearling, got up in time under Juan Hernandez to edge 67-1 long shot Robusta by a head in the $200,000 Kentucky Derby prep race.

From Los Angeles Times

Robusta, making just his fourth start for trainer Doug O’Neill, took the lead in the upper stretch but could not hold off the winner.

From Los Angeles Times

O’Neill said Robusta also would start next in the Santa Anita Derby.

From Los Angeles Times