Ace Espresso

This medium-light roast is a seasonal blend of Latin American coffees. A deeply layered modern espresso, with sparkling acidity and fresh fruit sweetness.

Tasting Notes: Berries + Caramel + Floral

Components:

• 50% Colombia

• 50% Peru

Brewing Parameters:

• Using an 18 gram VST basket

• 18 grams ground coffee

• 36 grams liquid espresso

• Grouphead at 201F

• 9 bars pressure

• 28-32 second extraction

This coffee has received a few awards since its inception:

• June 2014 - The Coffee Review awarded this coffee with 93 points - one of the highest scores ever received by a Canadian Roaster!

• June 2015 - And this year it did even better - our Ace received a 94 rating and was listed in three different categories, Best Espresso, Highest Rated Coffee and Best Value Coffees!

Ace Espresso from Propeller Coffee is crafted as a versatile espresso blend. The roaster identifies berry and caramel notes alongside floral characteristics—a profile that suggests layers of fruit-forward sweetness balanced with aromatic complexity. This combination of berries and caramel typically indicates the roaster has emphasized sweetness and body, while the floral accent adds a delicate, aromatic dimension to the cup. Such blended espressos are designed for consistency across milk and straight shots alike, with the interplay between fruit, sweetness, and floral notes working to create depth without overwhelming bitterness. For a more detailed exploration of these flavor descriptors, consult the flavor wheel.