Outbound Espresso

This medium roast is a seasonal blend of Latin American and African or Indonesian coffees. A balance between modern and traditional styles of espresso, with delicate acidity, jammy sweetness and complex flavour.

Tasting Notes: Dried Fruit + Chocolate + Hazelnut 

Components:

• 56% Brazil

• 44% 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

Propeller Coffee's Outbound Espresso is crafted to highlight a classic flavor profile centered on dried fruit, chocolate, and hazelnut. The blend's composition suggests a roast approach that emphasizes these deeper, more structured notes—a departure from lighter roasts that might prioritize origin characteristics. The interplay between dried fruit sweetness, chocolate body, and hazelnut's rounded texture creates a well-integrated cup suitable for espresso preparation, where such layered flavors can develop complexity under pressure.

This profile aligns with espresso blends designed for versatility, performing well in milk-based drinks while remaining approachable as a straight shot. Learn more about Propeller Coffee and explore how these flavor notes fit within the broader sensory landscape using the flavor wheel.