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Ternura

Roasted by Little Waves Coffee Roasters

This syrupy and sweet coffee blend offers notes of strawberry jam, waffle cone, and chocolate cake.

Ternura — Little Waves Coffee Roasters
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From the roaster

Origin: Blend of American coffees (our components change seasonally) Notes of strawberry jam, waffle cone, chocolate cake.

Syrupy, sweet, and full of nostalgia, love, and inner child magic. Great with milk!

Recommended Brew Ratios: Espresso: 1:2 - 1:2.1 (17.5-18g in, 35-38 out, 30-32 seconds) Filter: 1:16.0 Batch Brew: 1:16.0

— Little Waves Coffee Roasters

Context

Ternura, offered by Little Waves Coffee Roasters, presents a profile defined by indulgent, dessert-like qualities. With tasting notes of strawberry jam, waffle cone, and chocolate cake, this selection highlights the intersection of fruit-forward sweetness and rich, baked-good undertones. When evaluating such complex profiles, enthusiasts often find it helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better categorize the nuances between the bright, jammy fruit notes and the deeper, cocoa-based foundations.

While every coffee is unique, selections that lean into these specific flavor categories often invite a slower, more deliberate brewing approach to fully extract the balance between the sugary, confectionary elements and the underlying fruit acidity. Whether enjoyed as a morning ritual or an afternoon treat, Ternura exemplifies the approachable yet sophisticated range of profiles currently being explored by roasters who prioritize clarity and distinct, recognizable flavor markers in the cup.

Buy — $31 from Little Waves Coffee Roasters

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Frequently asked questions

What does Ternura taste like?

Expect tasting notes of strawberry jam, waffle cone, and chocolate cake.

What roast level is Ternura?

It is roasted to a medium level.

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