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Horizon Blend 12oz Tin

Roasted by Compass Coffee

Horizon Blend is a light roast masterpiece that brings tangy, vibrant flavors to every cup.

Horizon Blend 12oz Tin — Compass Coffee
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From the roaster

Horizon Blend - Bright, Berry-Like, and Sweet Horizon Blend is a light roast masterpiece that brings tangy, vibrant flavors to every cup. With notes of berry sweetness and candy-like undertones, this African coffee offers a bright flavor profile and a medium body. Perfect for starting your morning or pairing with an afternoon treat, Horizon Blend transforms every sip into a delightful journey.

 

Flavor Profile: Tangy, vibrant, with berry sweetness and candy undertones.

Versatile Enjoyment: Ideal for breakfast or as an afternoon pick-me-up.

Light Roast Excellence: A bright, medium-bodied coffee experience.

 

Take your taste buds to new heights with Horizon Blend.

— Compass Coffee

Context

The Horizon Blend 12oz Tin, crafted by Compass Coffee, highlights the vibrant profiles often associated with coffees sourced from the African continent. This specific blend is characterized by the roaster as having berry, tangy, sweet, and candy-like notes. When evaluating such distinct flavor profiles, it is helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between fruit-forward acidity and sugary sweetness.

Generally, coffees from African regions are celebrated for their bright, complex acidity and aromatic intensity. While processing methods can significantly influence the final cup—with natural-processed coffees often exhibiting heavier fruit characteristics and washed coffees leaning toward cleaner, tea-like clarity—the Horizon Blend offers a balanced experience that leans into its candy-like sweetness. Whether enjoyed as a morning pour-over or a focused espresso, this blend serves as an accessible entry point for those looking to explore the diverse and lively characteristics inherent in African coffee production.

Buy — $16.99 from Compass Coffee

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

What does Horizon Blend 12oz Tin taste like?

Expect tasting notes of berry, tangy, sweet, and candy-like.

What roast level is Horizon Blend 12oz Tin?

It is roasted to a light roast level.

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