Why Does Coffee Have Oil In It? A Deep Dive Into Coffee's Lipids
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Green coffee beans naturally contain lipids, or fats, that constitute up to 17% of their composition. This is the fundamental reason why coffee has oil in it, with its visibility directly influenced by the roasting process, the type of bean, and its age. As the beans are roasted, their cellular structure is altered, allowing these naturally occurring oils to migrate to the surface.
