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Unicorn Blood 1kg (Espresso Blend)

Roasted by Dark Matter Coffee

Unicorn Blood is a Northern Italian inspired espresso blend featuring notes of Dutch cocoa, cherry, and praline.

Unicorn Blood 1kg (Espresso Blend) — Dark Matter Coffee
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From the roaster

Unicorn Blood is a Northern Italian inspired espresso blend for all walks of life. This espresso will tease your palate's deepest pleasures with massive walnut aroma, creamy peanut butter body, and an intense yet balanced milk chocolate finish. Unicorn Blood is mildly acidic, with a mouth-encompassing comfort that will have you desire more, shot after shot.

Notes: Dutch Cocoa, Cherry, Praline 

Net Wt. 1kg.

*Does not contain nuts or products containing nuts. Flavor notes are only used to help describe the tastes associated with the coffee. 

*** Sold as whole bean by default. If you would like it ground, please indicate your preference in the notes section – drip, espresso, or press.

Please review our shipping schedule.  Web orders are processed in the order they are received and not available for same-day pickup.

— Dark Matter Coffee

Context

Unicorn Blood is a signature espresso blend crafted by Dark Matter Coffee. Designed to perform across a variety of brewing methods, this blend emphasizes a profile defined by Dutch cocoa, cherry, and praline. While espresso blends are often formulated to provide a balanced, syrupy mouthfeel that cuts through milk, the specific composition here leans into a dessert-like sweetness that highlights both deep chocolate undertones and bright, stone-fruit acidity.

When evaluating the complexity of a blend like this, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between the nutty praline notes and the darker cocoa base. Because espresso extraction can significantly alter how these flavors are perceived, drinkers may find that the cherry notes become more pronounced as the shot cools. This blend serves as a versatile staple for those who appreciate a structured, indulgent cup that remains consistent from the first sip to the last.

Buy — $55 from Dark Matter Coffee

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

What does Unicorn Blood 1kg (Espresso Blend) taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Dutch Cocoa, Cherry, and Praline.

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