India St. Blend

Unique to the India Street Coffee By Design coffeehouse, this flavorful blend celebrates the home of our first roastery and the rich history of our block, where you'll find the Abyssinian Meeting House, the third oldest African American building in the U.S., and other stops on the Portland Freedom Trail.

Flavor Notes:  Dark Chocolate + Brown Sugar+ Orange

Roast Level:  Medium-Dark

The India St. Blend, crafted by Coffee By Design, represents a classic approach to the diverse profiles emerging from India’s coffee-growing regions. This specific offering highlights a comforting, dessert-like profile, featuring prominent notes of dark chocolate and brown sugar balanced by a subtle hint of orange. Such flavor combinations are often sought after by those who appreciate a full-bodied cup with a sweet, lingering finish.

When exploring the nuances of a blend like this, it can be helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better identify the specific characteristics of the roast. While coffees from India are frequently celebrated for their low acidity and heavy mouthfeel, the addition of citrus-toned notes like orange adds a layer of complexity to the cup. This blend serves as an excellent example of how roasters can harmonize deep, foundational sweetness with bright, fruit-forward accents to create a balanced and approachable daily brew.