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Roan Espresso - Wholesale

Roasted by Quarter Horse Coffee

This seasonal espresso blend features unique lots to create a wild, exciting, bright, fruity, and sweet profile.

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From the roaster

Our seasonal espresso blend is formulated to show a different side of espresso. We choose lots that are unique, bright, fruity, and sweet. This creates a wild and exciting profile.

— Quarter Horse Coffee

Context

The Roan Espresso, sourced from Ethiopia and roasted by Quarter Horse Coffee, represents a classic approach to highlighting the inherent character of its origin. As a natural-processed coffee, the cherries are dried with the fruit intact, a technique that often imparts a distinct sweetness and complexity to the final cup. Generally, natural-processed coffees are celebrated for their heavier body and pronounced fruit-forward profiles, which can range from subtle berry undertones to intense tropical notes.

When evaluating a profile described as bright, fruity, and sweet, it is helpful to reference a flavor wheel to identify specific descriptors that align with your palate. This particular offering from Quarter Horse Coffee serves as an excellent example of how careful roasting can accentuate the vibrant, lively qualities typically associated with Ethiopian beans. Whether enjoyed as a standalone espresso or integrated into a milk-based beverage, the Roan Espresso emphasizes the balance between clarity and fruit-driven sweetness.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Roan Espresso - Wholesale grown?

Roan Espresso - Wholesale, roasted by Quarter Horse Coffee, is sourced from Sidamo, Ethiopia.

What does Roan Espresso - Wholesale taste like?

Expect tasting notes of bright, fruity, and sweet.

How is Roan Espresso - Wholesale processed?

Roan Espresso - Wholesale uses the Natural process.

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