Light-Medium
Hazelnut
Roasted by Coffee By Design
This classic flavored coffee features South American beans enhanced with a creamy, nutty, and delicious hazelnut flavor.

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. Our hazelnut is creamy, nutty and delicious—a true classic.
Flavor Notes: Nutty + Sweet + Rich
Roast Level: Light-Medium
— Coffee By Design
Context
Sourced from South America, this Hazelnut selection from Coffee By Design highlights the classic, comforting profile often sought in regional offerings. While specialty coffee is frequently categorized by bright acidity or complex floral notes, many South American coffees are celebrated for their approachable, balanced foundations. This particular roast leans into a profile described as nutty, sweet, and rich, emphasizing a depth of flavor that resonates with traditional preferences for a full-bodied cup.
When exploring such distinct flavor profiles, it can be helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better understand how specific sensory descriptors like nuttiness and sweetness are categorized within the broader spectrum of coffee tasting. By focusing on these foundational characteristics, this roast provides a consistent and satisfying experience, showcasing the versatility of South American beans when roasted to highlight their inherent richness and sweetness.
In the Encyclopedia
Frequently asked questions
What does Hazelnut taste like?
Expect tasting notes of Nutty, Sweet, and Rich.
What roast level is Hazelnut?
It is roasted to a light-medium level.
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