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WEST COAST - Panther Coffee Blend

Roasted by Panther Coffee

This bright and lively blend features notes of sweet lemonade, malted chocolate, and caramel with a velvety finish.

WEST COAST - Panther Coffee Blend — Panther Coffee
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From the roaster

TASTING NOTES: Sweet lemonade, malted chocolate, raspberry & concord grape, silky Finish ··· 

Bright and lively, the West Coast blend sparks with notes of sweet lemonade, malted chocolate, and caramel, enriched by hints of fresh raspberry and concord grape, leading to a velvety finish.

Rooted in high-grown washed Eastern African coffee,this adventurous blend showcases bright, clean, and vibrant flavors. Sourced directly from relationships in Ethiopia and Uganda, it stands as an extremely versatile blend, excelling in various pour-over methods and espresso.

— Panther Coffee

Context

The West Coast blend by Panther Coffee highlights the vibrant character of beans sourced from Ethiopia, Eastern Africa. By utilizing a washed processing method, the roaster emphasizes a clean, refined profile that allows the inherent acidity and sweetness of the origin to shine. In the cup, this selection presents a complex interplay of bright, citrus-forward notes like sweet lemonade and concord grape, balanced by the deeper, comforting richness of malted chocolate and caramel.

When evaluating such diverse flavor profiles, it is helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between fruit-toned acidity and sugary base notes. While washed coffees are generally celebrated for their clarity and consistent expression of terroir, the specific combination of raspberry and malted chocolate in this blend offers a unique experience that bridges the gap between delicate floral brightness and indulgent, dessert-like sweetness.

Buy — $33.17 from Panther Coffee

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Frequently asked questions

Where is WEST COAST - Panther Coffee Blend grown?

WEST COAST - Panther Coffee Blend, roasted by Panther Coffee, is sourced from Sidamo, Ethiopia.

What does WEST COAST - Panther Coffee Blend taste like?

Expect tasting notes of sweet lemonade, malted chocolate, raspberry, concord grape, and caramel.

How is WEST COAST - Panther Coffee Blend processed?

WEST COAST - Panther Coffee Blend uses the Washed process.

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