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Medium-Dark

Italian Roast

Roasted by Coffee By Design

This blend from Central and Southern America produces a rich dark cup with notes of caramel.

Italian Roast — Coffee By Design
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CaramelRoastyDessert

From the roaster

Italian Roast is our third darkest roast level. We blend beans from Central and Southern America. This brew produces a rich dark cup with notes of caramel. A wonderful dark roast drinking experience.

Flavor Notes:  Caramel + Roasty + Dessert

Roast Level:  Medium-Dark

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Context

The Italian Roast, crafted by Coffee By Design, represents a classic approach to coffee preparation, drawing its beans from a blend of origins across Central and Southern America. This specific roast profile is designed to highlight deep, indulgent characteristics, with the roaster identifying notes of caramel, a distinct roasty quality, and a dessert-like sweetness.

In the broader landscape of coffee roasting, darker profiles are often sought after for their ability to emphasize body and caramelized sugars, moving away from the bright acidity found in lighter roasts. When evaluating such profiles, enthusiasts often consult a flavor wheel to better categorize the complex interplay between heat application and bean origin. By focusing on these rich, comforting flavors, this selection offers a traditional experience that prioritizes depth and intensity, making it a versatile choice for those who prefer a bold cup with a lingering, sweet finish.

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In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

What does Italian Roast taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Caramel, Roasty, and Dessert.

What roast level is Italian Roast?

It is roasted to a medium-dark level.

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