LEARN ABOUT COFFEE
The Essence of Flavor
Look beyond light, medium and dark. Discover how origin, roasting and brewing reveal the character of each coffee.
What you’ll learn
- Our roasting philosophy: reveal the flavor of the bean.
- Tasting notes describe natural flavors, not added ingredients.
- How body and mouthfeel help you choose a coffee.
- Coffee is a journey: explore the flavors you enjoy.
The download contains the roasting and flavor page. The older coffee selection chart is omitted because the origins change seasonally.
Reveal the flavor of the bean
At Essence of Coffee, we roast to highlight each coffee’s natural sweetness, balance, body and complexity. Origin, variety, altitude, climate and processing all help shape its character. Roast color alone tells only part of the story.
Tasting notes are not added flavors
Chocolate, caramel, fruit, nuts and floral notes describe flavors and aromas naturally found in coffee. We do not add those ingredients during roasting. As with wine, different people may notice different flavors in the same cup.
Understanding body
Body is how coffee feels in your mouth. A full-bodied coffee may feel rich, syrupy or buttery; a medium-bodied coffee balanced and smooth; a light-bodied coffee clean, crisp and delicate. Think about the feel you enjoy as well as the flavor.
Coffee is a journey
There is no single best coffee for everyone. Explore different origins and blends, and let your preferences guide you. Our current product pages carry the latest coffee selection and tasting notes.
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The Art of Brewing Great Coffee
A practical guide from our roastery to getting more from the coffee you brew at home.
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