medium-roast
Iridescent
Roasted by Counter Culture Coffee
Iridescent is a medium-roast blend featuring sweet notes of chocolate, blueberries, and marmalade perfect for cozy winter mornings.
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From the roaster
Iridescent’s sweet notes of chocolate, blueberries, and marmalade evoke memories of cozy winter mornings and holiday traditions. With $1 per pound funding transformative sustainability projects in coffee-producing countries, Iridescent embodies the spirit of giving. Good work, good cheer, and great coffee is more than just a winter theme.
Whether you're gathered around the fireplace, relishing moments with loved ones, or wrapping presents for the holidays, this blend is the perfect companion.
— Counter Culture Coffee
Context
Counter Culture Coffee presents Iridescent, a selection that highlights a classic, fruit-forward profile. In the world of specialty coffee, roasters often seek out lots that balance deep, foundational sweetness with vibrant acidity. While chocolate notes typically provide a grounding, cocoa-like base, the presence of blueberries and marmalade suggests a bright, jammy complexity that can shift depending on the specific processing method and origin characteristics. Exploring these nuances is a central part of developing one's palate, and utilizing a flavor wheel can be an invaluable tool for identifying and articulating these distinct sensory experiences.
As a roaster, Counter Culture Coffee focuses on transparency and quality, curating offerings that showcase the diverse potential of the coffee cherry. Iridescent serves as an excellent example of how these layered flavor profiles—ranging from rich, dark confectionary notes to sharp, citrus-driven fruit—can harmonize within a single cup to create a compelling and memorable drinking experience.
In the Encyclopedia
Frequently asked questions
What does Iridescent taste like?
Expect tasting notes of chocolate, blueberries, and marmalade.
What roast level is Iridescent?
It is roasted to a medium-roast level.
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