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Darkest Side of the Moon

Roasted by Passion House Coffee

This darkest roast transports your tastebuds to a land of dark chocolate, roasted walnut, and toffee.

Darkest Side of the Moon — Passion House Coffee
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From the roaster

We'll be roasting for you on the Darkest Side of the Moon... This one's for those looking for something darker than dark!

TECHNICAL:

Component(s):   Fully washed Latin America

Tasting Notes: Dark chocolate, roasted walnut, toffee, lemon zest

Name Inspiration: Pink Floyd’s album “Dark Side of the Moon"

Roast Profile: Dark

MUSIC INSPIRATION:

ORIGIN STORY

Our darkest roast is a rocket ship that transports your tastebuds to a land of dark chocolate, roasted walnut, and toffee.

— Passion House Coffee

Context

Darkest Side of the Moon, sourced from Latin America and roasted by Passion House Coffee, represents a classic approach to the region’s profile. As a washed coffee, this selection highlights the inherent characteristics of the bean, as the processing methods involve removing the fruit flesh before drying to emphasize clarity and acidity. In the cup, drinkers can expect a structured experience defined by deep, comforting notes of dark chocolate, roasted walnut, and toffee, balanced by a bright lift of lemon zest.

When evaluating these specific descriptors, it can be helpful to consult a flavor wheel to better identify how these distinct elements interact on the palate. While washed coffees are often celebrated for their clean, consistent profiles, the interplay between the savory nuttiness and the citrus-forward finish in this particular roast offers a nuanced take on a traditional Latin American cup.

Buy — $20 from Passion House Coffee

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

What does Darkest Side of the Moon taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Dark chocolate, roasted walnut, toffee, and lemon zest.

How is Darkest Side of the Moon processed?

Darkest Side of the Moon uses the Washed process.

What roast level is Darkest Side of the Moon?

It is roasted to a dark level.

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