# Old Crop

/oʊld krɑːp/ (US) · /əʊld krɒp/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Compound

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/old-crop
Updated: 2026-09-20

## Definition

coffee beans that were harvested during the previous year's growing season, often resulting in a flatter flavor compared to more recently harvested crops

For teachers: refers to green coffee beans harvested in a prior production cycle, typically exhibiting diminished acidity and moisture content compared to the current harvest.

## Examples

- The coffee tasted a bit woody because the roaster used old crop beans.
- We are offering a discount on this espresso blend since it contains some old crop from the last Brazilian harvest.
- Sensory evaluations often reveal that old crop lacks the vibrant enzymatic properties and floral notes characteristic of freshly arrived shipments.

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