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Light Roast Arabica Coffee Beans Light roast arabica coffee beans are the (relatively) new kid on the block. Making delicious light roasts is a delicate balance of artisan roasting and multi-origin blending. The process of roasting removes some of the natural sugars found in the coffee bean, it also produces new sugars. This is the reason why light roasts are more sweet than dark roasts. Light Roast A light roast is a coffee that has been lightly roasted to preserve the natural flavor of beans. As the name suggests, these kinds of coffees are usually lighter in body than dark roasts and are able to be enjoyed with a variety methods of brewing like drip french press, drip over, and espresso. Light roasts are generally characterized by brighter and more fruity flavor notes and can highlight the characteristics of the coffee's origin more than darker roasted styles. This is particularly applicable to microlots or single estate coffees. In addition this level of roasting can help bring out subtle, nuanced flavor profiles that are often lost in dark roasts. The good thing is that regardless of your preference, all roast levels offer unique and delicious coffees! Light roasts also have a crisp acidity and a smooth flavor. They can provide you with an energy boost without the sluggish feeling that comes with dark roasts. This is why they are an excellent option for those looking to start their day with a little extra pep and a clean taste. There is some truth to the belief that lighter roasts contain more caffeine than a darker roast. However this could be confusing because it depends on the method you use to measure your coffee. If you weigh your coffee and scoop it up, a scoop of a light roast will have more caffeine than an ounce of a darker roast (because it has more mass). But if you're measuring by volume, the two will have about the same amount of caffeine. The key to a good light roast is in the roasting process. This is why it's crucial to choose an established roaster because poorly executed light roasts could have a strong burnt, or bitter taste that can overwhelm the other good qualities of the coffee. This is why we prefer working with small and family-owned roasters who are committed to quality. Our Extra Mile Kenyan is a excellent example of a well-crafted light roast. It offers sweet flavors of stonefruit and baker's chocolat with a smooth and silky mouthfeel. Additionally, it is sourced from a sustainable and ethical farm that works to fully regenerative agriculture practices. Medium Roast Sometimes referred to as the Goldilocks roast medium roast is often referred to as the “just right” coffee between light and dark roast. It has the traditional, familiar diner-style notes of dark roast, but with more balance and depth, medium roasts provide a wide range of exciting aromas and flavors. Medium roast arabica coffee beans are heated for a lesser amount of time and at a lower temperature than dark roasts. The beans are heated to about 385 degrees, and they begin to pop. (This is known as the first crack). The beans will be a light brown color and will not have any oil on the surface. The coffee that is roasted to this degree preserves many of the original coffee beans' unique taste and aroma notes. This includes floral and fruity flavors and aromas that are typical of the region from which they originate. Lightly roasted beans also have brighter acidity and a mellow body. Depending on the beans used, a medium roast can have flavors like chocolate, caramel and subtle hints of spice. It is important to keep in mind that these flavors are more muted when compared to a light roast since the beans have been roasted for longer. Medium-dark flavored can be heavy and bitter which makes it difficult for some taste buds. Dark roast coffee has a rich oily appearance and is flavorful with bittersweet chocolate, smoke, and dark carmel. If you want an even, smooth cup of coffee, that is lighter than dark roast, but not as delicate as light roast medium roast, then our medium roast arabica is the perfect choice. Our Happy Place blend is created using single-origin coffee beans sourced from farms with high elevations that are Rainforest Alliance Certified and practice completely regenerative farming. It has flavors of blackberry, guava and cocoa with a soft finish. No matter the roast level, all kinds of coffee have the same amount of caffeine. This is because the caffeine content of beans is dependent on their natural levels and the amount of oxygen the beans absorb as they are roast. Dark Roast A dark roast is a kind of coffee that has been roasted for longer than light roasted beans. This lets the coffee develop an even more complex flavor profile. This creates a cup with a rich, bold flavor, and less acidity as compared to a light-roasted coffee. This kind of coffee is perfect for those who like a strong cup to start the day. Dark roast coffee is distinguished by its brown color and oily top which gives it a full and classic diner-style. The roasting process used for this kind of coffee is what makes it distinct, and it is important to choose a quality coffee that has been roasted properly to enjoy the full experience. When a coffee is dark roasted, it needs to be roast until the beans begin to crack. This is the first sign that the beans have been properly roasted, and that they are ready to be taken into the cup. Dark roasted coffee needs to have a balanced taste and mouthfeel. The key to finding the best dark roasted coffee is to focus on the highest quality beans that have been roasted to the right temperature. This allows the distinctive and exotic characteristics of the beans to shine through without being masked by an over-roasted flavor. To find the best dark-roasted coffee, it is important to take into account the origin of the beans as well as the location where they were grown. Certain regions are more suited to dark roasted beans because of their sweetness, while others have a rich, complex flavor that can match the intensity. When choosing a dark roast it is important to keep in mind that the higher the roasting temperature the higher the amount of caffeine will be present in your coffee. This is because the beans that are roasted are exposed to a greater amount of heat which will cause more caffeine to be released. In addition the darker a roast is more intense the bitterness will be. Washed Coffee Washed coffee beans are the product of a process known as “wet processing”. After removing the cherries, they are pulverized in tanks and then fermented to melt the sticky mucilage which covers them. Then, the beans are dried and cleaned to get rid of any remaining pectin. This is a well-liked method among specialty roasters and is an excellent choice for those looking for clean, crisp, acidic flavor profiles with moderate amounts of body and sweetness. Based on the duration of fermentation and the amount of mucilage is left on seeds, different flavor compounds are created. They can be floral, earthy, or even some nutty notes. This allows washed-coffees to show a wide range of terroir and the typicity of a varietal. This is different from natural processed coffees which produce unique flavors from the pulpy, fruity part of the bean. After the mucilage has been removed, the beans can be dried by placing them in large tanks of hot water (as as with the washed method) or spreading them on patios, raised beds or terraces, and rotating them frequently. The process continues until the seeds have a moisture content of between 10-12%. Roasting is the last step. When the roasting process begins the temperature inside the bean will increase, and a cracking noise is heard. This is when vapors begin to break the outer shell of the bean. This is referred to as the first crack. After this is done after which the beans are ready to be enjoyed. Light roasts will taste fresh and fruity because they haven't been roasted long enough to allow the oils to develop. Medium roasts are more bready and have a deeper, deeper taste, as they've been cooked for a longer period of time. Darker roasts may have a smoky or chocolaty flavor, depending on the degree of roasting. This gives you a range of flavors and aromas. It is your choice to select the coffee that is best for you! Explore Going Listed here of single-origin roasts like medium, light and darker roasts. Each one is distinct in its own way.