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Hawaiian Hazelnut

Roasted by Coffee By Design

South American beans are roasted to optimize sweetness and enhanced with coconut, vanilla, and hazelnut flavors.

Hawaiian Hazelnut — Coffee By Design
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From the roaster

Our flavored coffees start with great coffee! South American beans, selected for their prevailing sweetness, are skillfully roasted to optimize this quality and then enhanced with a hint of flavor. This twist on the beloved hazelnut will have you on island time.

Flavor Notes:  Coconut + Vanilla + Hazelnut

Roast Level:  Light-Medium

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Context

Sourced from South America, Hawaiian Hazelnut is a flavored offering from Coffee By Design. This selection is characterized by the roaster’s specific tasting notes of coconut, vanilla, and hazelnut. While flavored coffees often lean into dessert-like profiles, they remain a distinct category within the broader spectrum of specialty roasting, focusing on the integration of aromatic compounds with the base bean.

When evaluating the sensory experience of such coffees, enthusiasts often refer to the flavor wheel to identify how these added notes interact with the underlying roast profile. Because flavored coffees are designed to highlight specific, recognizable aromatics, they offer a consistent experience that differs from the nuanced, origin-driven characteristics typically found in single-origin, unflavored lots. Whether enjoyed as a morning ritual or an afternoon treat, this coffee provides a clear, aromatic profile defined by its tropical and nutty components.

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In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

What does Hawaiian Hazelnut taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Coconut, Vanilla, and Hazelnut.

What roast level is Hawaiian Hazelnut?

It is roasted to a light-medium level.

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