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Bassline Espresso Blend

Roasted by Passion House Coffee

Bassline Espresso is a blend of pulped natural Brazil and washed Ethiopia designed for quality espresso shots or drip brew.

Bassline Espresso Blend — Passion House Coffee
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Peanut buttercashewcocoa

From the roaster

The Drumbeat for your day! Milk and chocolate bass notes, with a slight lemon finish that bounces out of your cup.

TECHNICAL:

Component(s):  80% Pulp-natural Brazil, 20% washed Ethiopia

Tasting Notes: Peanut butter, cashew, cocoa

Name Inspiration: The drumbeat for your day

Roast Profile: Medium

MUSIC INSPIRATION: ORIGIN STORY

Designed with the notion that the key to a quality tasting espresso shot is quality ingredients, Bassline Espresso is a blend of carefully selected pulped natural Brazil and an elegant washed coffee from Ethiopia. Our espresso blend can be enjoyed as a straight shot, but will also work harmoniously with milk. Bassline can be enjoyed as a delicious drip brew too! 

Each component is roasted separately and then blended together. This blend is anchored with rich and creamy chocolate base notes, highlighted with a vibrant blast of citrus acidity up front, and stone fruits, dark cocoa, and molasses balancing it all out.

— Passion House Coffee

Context

The Bassline Espresso Blend, crafted by Passion House Coffee, offers a distinct profile that leans into savory and rich undertones. While many coffees from Ethiopia are celebrated for their bright, floral, or citrus-forward characteristics, this specific blend highlights a different side of the spectrum. By focusing on notes of peanut butter, cashew, and cocoa, the roaster emphasizes a grounded, nutty sweetness that performs exceptionally well as an espresso.

When evaluating such profiles, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better understand how these nutty and cocoa-based descriptors relate to broader sensory categories. Generally, espresso blends are designed to provide a balanced, full-bodied experience that cuts through milk or stands alone as a concentrated shot. This blend demonstrates how careful selection and roasting can shift the focus from traditional regional expectations toward a comforting, dessert-like cup that prioritizes texture and depth.

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In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Bassline Espresso Blend grown?

Bassline Espresso Blend, roasted by Passion House Coffee, is sourced from Sidamo, Ethiopia.

What does Bassline Espresso Blend taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Peanut butter, cashew, and cocoa.

What roast level is Bassline Espresso Blend?

It is roasted to a medium level.

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