India, Dec. 1 -- Indian coffee is recognised globally for its distinct aroma and flavour. Five varieties of Indian coffee have received Geographical Indication (GI) tags: Coorg Arabica coffee from Kodagu, Karnataka; Chikkamagaluru Arabica coffee from Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka; Araku Valley Arabica coffee from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh; Bababudangiris Arabica coffee from Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka; and Wayanad Robusta coffee, from Wayanad, Kerala. These varieties are not only symbols of regional pride and sustainable livelihoods for coffee farmers.

The cultural staple that is coffee

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