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Design Better Coffee

Roasted by Methodical Coffee

This special blend, selected by the Design Better podcast hosts, strikes a balance between boldness and brightness.

Design Better Coffee — Methodical Coffee
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From the roaster

Our pals Eli Woolery and Aarron Walter, co-hosts of the award winning Design Better podcast teamed up with Methodical on a special roast that will help you focus and awaken your creative energy.

This special Design Better coffee is a blend personally selected by Eli and Aarron and strikes a balance between boldness and brightness. Flavor notes include chocolate, brown sugar, and red berries.

Eli brews this coffee in his Chemex, and Aarron loves it as an espresso shot from his Slayer.

Tune into the Design Better Podcast on Spotify or wherever you listen.

— Methodical Coffee

Context

Design Better Coffee, a signature offering from Methodical Coffee, presents a classic profile centered on comfort and sweetness. By highlighting notes of chocolate, brown sugar, and red berries, this selection leans into the foundational flavors often sought in high-quality, approachable roasts. These descriptors align with the foundational categories found on the flavor wheel, which serves as a standard tool for identifying the nuanced characteristics within a cup.

While flavor profiles can vary significantly based on processing methods—where natural-processed coffees often exhibit heavier fruit tones and washed coffees frequently highlight crisp acidity—this specific blend focuses on a balanced, dessert-like experience. Whether enjoyed as a morning staple or a mid-day treat, the combination of deep, sugary sweetness and bright berry undertones provides a versatile drinking experience. It remains a testament to the roaster's commitment to clarity and consistency in their craft.

Buy — $22 from Methodical Coffee

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Frequently asked questions

What does Design Better Coffee taste like?

Expect tasting notes of chocolate, brown sugar, and red berries.

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