Dark
Phileas Fogg's Blend
Roasted by Coffee By Design
This full-bodied blend features beans from Asia, Africa, and the Americas with a hint of chocolate and a clean finish.

From the roaster
With beans from Asia, Africa, and the Americas, this coffee is like traveling the world in a single cup. Phileas Fogg’s Blend is full-bodied with a hint of chocolate and a clean finish.
Flavor Notes: Chocolate + Wine
Roast Level: Dark
— Coffee By Design
Context
Phileas Fogg's Blend, crafted by Coffee By Design, offers a profile defined by the interplay of chocolate and wine notes. In the broader landscape of coffee, blends are often curated to balance the structural depth of cocoa-toned bases with the vibrant, fermented acidity frequently associated with wine-like characteristics. Understanding how these distinct sensory experiences interact can be a rewarding exercise for any enthusiast looking to refine their palate.
When evaluating such a profile, it is helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better categorize the specific nuances present in the cup. While chocolate notes often provide a grounding, comforting foundation, the addition of wine-like qualities can introduce a complex, fruit-forward brightness that elevates the overall drinking experience. By exploring the relationship between these two primary descriptors, drinkers can gain a deeper appreciation for the intentionality behind this specific blend’s composition and the roaster's approach to balancing contrasting flavor profiles.
In the Encyclopedia
Frequently asked questions
What does Phileas Fogg's Blend taste like?
Expect tasting notes of Chocolate and Wine.
What roast level is Phileas Fogg's Blend?
It is roasted to a dark level.
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