Its been over 16 years since i left the Royal Marines and yes i still speak the lingo (i don't think that will ever stop) and i can still remember most of the glorious ackroyms that we used however the one that has had the most impact on my life is KISS also known as Keep It Simple Stupid!
In this blog we are going to explore the different type of coffee roasts, so lets keep it simple and look at the main 3 roast types that we offer.
TheThree main roast types
Light Roast
Light brown colour and dry surface
Roasted for the shortest amount of time
Tend to be have more fruity, floral or citrus flavour notes
Beans are generally more dense and harder
Slightly more caffeine than darker roasts due to less time being roasted
Better to be had without milk as it can drown out the flavours
Medium Roast
Medium brown colour and a slight sheen of oil on the surface
Well rounded flavour profile, flavour notes of caramel, chocolate and nuts.
Slighty less dense than light roast, very versatile for various brewing methods
Generally a moderate caffeine content
Most popular choice amongest coffee drinkers, medium roasts offer a balanced cup with a mix of bright and rich flavours
Dark Roast
Roasted for the longest duration, resulting in dark brown to almost black beans with a shiny oily surface.
Bold, rich flavour with lower acidity. Often smokey, chocolatey or even bitter notes
Beans are less dense and more brittle, this can affect grind size and extraction during brewing process.
Less caffeine compared to other roasts due to longer roasting times
Perfect for those who like a robust, full bodied coffee with deep intense flavours. Ideal for espresso
There you have it, an overview of the three main roast types in the coffee world and hopefully that will help you decide what sort of coffee roast best suits you.
If in doubt or you like to mix it up then check out our Triple Roast Pack which contains our Veteran (light) Commando (medium) and Mercenary (dark roast) available in 250g and 1KG bags.
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