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Ladro Blend

Roasted by Caffe Ladro

Ladro Blend is a signature medium roast espresso featuring a smooth, approachable flavor profile with a silky mouth-feel.

Ladro Blend — Caffe Ladro
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Creamy ChocolateDark CherryCaramel

From the roaster

Ladro Blend – Our Signature Espresso Roast

Ladro Blend is our signature espresso roast, crafted for a rich, sweet flavor arc, highlighting each of its origins, and this three component blend is the foundation of every espresso drink served in our cafes. So the reliability we require for our shops comes through in your cup, providing consistent flavor day in, day out.

This medium roast combines beans from renowned coffee regions in Latin America and Africa, resulting flavor profile that is smooth & approachable, but still exciting. It has a silky mouth-feel that leads you right in to your next sip. This makes it an ideal choice for daily drinking at home or on the go.

Check out our Brewing Equipment collection if you would like to add to your selection of gear. We suggest home espresso machines, Aeropress or drip for this blend. However,it is versitile enough for any brew method. Whether you enjoy a sweet shot or a full pot, Ladro Blend has something every coffee lover can appreciate.

Taste Notes:

  • Creamy Chocolate

  • Dark Cherry

  • Caramel

— Caffe Ladro

Context

The Ladro Blend represents a curated approach to coffee sourcing, drawing components from both Latin America and Africa to create a balanced profile. By combining beans from these distinct regions, the roaster aims to harmonize the structural depth often found in Latin American harvests with the vibrant, fruit-forward characteristics typical of African origins. This specific blend is defined by the roaster as offering notes of creamy chocolate, dark cherry, and caramel.

When evaluating such profiles, enthusiasts often look to the flavor wheel to better categorize the interplay between sweetness and acidity. While Latin American coffees are frequently celebrated for their nutty, chocolatey foundations, African coffees are often prized for their bright, berry-like nuances. The Ladro Blend bridges these two worlds, resulting in a cup that emphasizes a rich, dessert-like mouthfeel while maintaining the complexity expected of a multi-origin offering. It serves as a versatile option for those who appreciate a structured, classic cup.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Ladro Blend taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Creamy Chocolate, Dark Cherry, and Caramel.

What roast level is Ladro Blend?

It is roasted to a medium level.

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