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Horizon Blend

Roasted by Compass Coffee

This vibrant light roast blend offers a refreshing experience with tangy sweetness and delightful berry notes.

Horizon Blend — Compass Coffee
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From the roaster

Horizon Blend - Bright, Berry-Like, & Sweet Embark on a flavorful journey with the Horizon Blend. This vibrant coffee offers a light body, tangy sweetness, and delightful berry notes, creating a bright and captivating cup. Perfect for those who seek a refreshing and uplifting coffee experience.

 

Flavor Profile: Bright and sweet with vibrant berry-like notes.

Light Body: A refreshing choice for any time of day.

A Coffee Journey: Discover the captivating flavors that make each cup unique.

 

Savor the uplifting taste of Horizon Blend and explore a world of coffee delight.

— Compass Coffee

Context

The Horizon Blend, crafted by Compass Coffee, draws its character from the diverse coffee-growing regions of Africa. This blend is defined by the roaster’s specific tasting notes of berry, tangy, and sweet, offering a profile that highlights the vibrant acidity often associated with the continent's output. While individual experiences can vary, coffees from this region are frequently celebrated for their complex, fruit-forward profiles that range from bright citrus to deep stone fruit.

To better understand how these specific descriptors fit into a broader sensory experience, it is helpful to reference a flavor wheel. By mapping the tangy and sweet elements of the Horizon Blend against established sensory categories, enthusiasts can more accurately identify the nuances within their cup. Whether enjoyed as a morning ritual or a focused tasting, this blend serves as an accessible entry point into the distinct and varied flavor landscapes found across African coffee production.

Buy — $16.99 from Compass Coffee

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

What does Horizon Blend taste like?

Expect tasting notes of berry, tangy, and sweet.

What roast level is Horizon Blend?

It is roasted to a light roast level.

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