Roasted coffee

Roasted coffee is made from the seeds of the coffee plant, which are roasted to develop their characteristic flavour and aroma. The roasting process transforms the chemical and physical properties of the green coffee beans, creating the compounds responsible for coffee's taste and smell. It is consumed globally as a beverage and used as an ingredient in various food products.

Roasted coffee is primarily used to impart a coffee flavour and aroma to food products. It is commonly found in ground and instant coffees, as well as in confectionery, baked goods, and desserts. It can also be used as a colouring agent or a source of caffeine in certain food applications.

Coffee is not considered a food additive in the UK and is therefore not listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. The UK's Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) states that coffee is a food. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated the safety of caffeine, a naturally occurring compound in coffee, and found it to be safe at typical consumption levels. Moderate coffee consumption is associated with various health outcomes, with research suggesting potential benefits for certain conditions, though evidence can be mixed and more research is often needed.