TIGER STRIPE ESPRESSO

TASTING NOTES: CHOCOLATE, PEANUT BUTTER, ALMOND, FIG, APPLE, PEAR, CHERRY

Winner of a 2023 Golden Bean medal, this classic espresso blend is named after the beautiful range of colors, from mahogany to orange, found in a perfect espresso shot. It is sweet & full-bodied with notes of chocolate, almond, and fruit—perfect on its own, or with steamed milk. A versatile espresso, you'll find that it is easy to dial-in as well as consistently tasty across a range of brewing recipes. 

About Our Sourcing 

Our blends are created from community-blended micro-lots sourced through our farming partners. Roughly 70% of all specialty coffee farmers lack the resources to form direct trade partnerships. However, by pooling their harvests and teaming up with our sourcing partners, they are able to create blended coffees which hold their own in the  specialty market. And by working together, each farmer assumes less risk while learning to develop a high-end coffee farm; a critical step toward self sufficiency and profitability.

Our Espresso Recipe

Use an 18g dose

Grind directly into your portafilter. Use your finger or a distribution tool to spread the grounds evenly before you tamp. Keeping your grounds as even as possible will lead to the best tasting shot.

Aim for a 40g – 45g yield

Yield can have a large impact on taste. Aiming for a larger yield can help your espresso taste balanced and complex. If you feel that your shot is lacking in flavor, try aiming for a larger yield.

35 sec - 40 sec shot time

A shot that runs too quickly can be thin and sour. Shots that run too slowly can be heavy and bitter. The best way to adjust your target shot time is by making your grind size more coarse, or more fine. A fine grind will create a longer shot time, a coarse grind will run faster.

Awards and Recognitions

• 2023 Golden Bean Category: Alternative Milk – Bronze

The Tiger Stripe Espresso from Joe Bean Coffee Roasters presents a complex profile that bridges the gap between traditional comfort and vibrant fruit acidity. While many espresso blends lean heavily into deep, roasted profiles, this selection incorporates a diverse range of notes including chocolate, peanut butter, and almond alongside brighter fruit characteristics like fig, apple, pear, and cherry.

When evaluating such a multifaceted cup, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better categorize these distinct sensations. Espresso blends often aim for a balance between the heavy, nutty base notes and the lighter, top-note fruitiness found here. By layering these flavors, the roaster creates a dynamic experience that evolves from the initial mouthfeel through to the finish. This specific combination of ingredients offers a versatile profile that can perform well both as a standalone shot and when paired with milk.