Coffee Roast Guide

Light Roasts

Blonde Roast

  • Flavor: Mild, with hints of fruit and floral notes
  • Acidity: High
  • Body: Light
  • Caffeine Level: Higher than darker roasts

Cinnamon Roast

  • Flavor: Lightly toasted, with mild sweetness
  • Acidity: High
  • Body: Light and crisp
  • Roast Time: Shorter than medium or dark roasts

New England Roast

  • Flavor: Bright, with fruity undertones
  • Acidity: Pronounced
  • Body: Light
  • Common in: Northeastern U.S.

Half City Roast

  • Flavor: Clean, bright, with citrus notes
  • Acidity: High
  • Body: Light
  • Ideal for: Pour-over and drip coffee

Medium Roasts

City Roast

  • Flavor: Balanced, with a hint of sweetness and nuttiness
  • Acidity: Medium
  • Body: Medium
  • Common in: American coffee culture

American Roast

  • Flavor: Mild and balanced
  • Acidity: Medium
  • Body: Medium
  • Popular in: United States

Breakfast Roast

  • Flavor: Smooth, mellow, slightly sweet
  • Acidity: Medium
  • Body: Medium
  • Best for: Morning brew

House Blend

  • Flavor: Well-rounded, slightly chocolaty
  • Acidity: Medium
  • Body: Medium
  • Signature: Often a cafe's own blend

Medium-Dark Roasts

Full City Roast

  • Flavor: Rich, slightly spicy, with hints of chocolate
  • Acidity: Medium-low
  • Body: Medium-full
  • Ideal for: Espresso or drip coffee

Vienna Roast

  • Flavor: Dark and chocolatey with a mild smoky finish
  • Acidity: Low
  • Body: Full
  • Roast Level: Slightly dark, with an oily surface

After Dinner Roast

  • Flavor: Strong, slightly bitter, with nutty notes
  • Acidity: Low
  • Body: Full
  • Best for: Evening or dessert coffee

Espresso Blend

  • Flavor: Intense, bold, with caramel and chocolate notes
  • Acidity: Low
  • Body: Very full
  • Designed for: Espresso preparation

Dark Roasts

French Roast

  • Flavor: Bold, smoky, bittersweet
  • Acidity: Very low
  • Body: Full
  • Ideal for: Those who prefer intense flavors

Italian Roast

  • Flavor: Rich, deep, with caramel notes
  • Acidity: Very low
  • Body: Full
  • Common in: Espresso

Espresso Roast

  • Flavor: Bold, robust, and bittersweet
  • Acidity: Very low
  • Body: Very full
  • Commonly used in: Espresso drinks

Spanish Roast

  • Flavor: Very smoky, with a charred, intense profile
  • Acidity: Almost none
  • Body: Full
  • Ideal for: Those who prefer bold, intense coffee