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Spring Forward / Ethiopia

Roasted by Rosso Coffee Roasters

Ethiopian coffee leaning into brightness and bloom with nougat, bergamot, and dried apricot.

Spring Forward / Ethiopia — Rosso Coffee Roasters
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From the roaster

Light on its feet and full of promise, Spring Forward unfolds with the soft sweetness of nougat, lifted by the fragrant sparkle of bergamot. Dried apricot adds a gentle, sun-kissed depth, tying it all together in a cup that feels like the first warm breeze after winter. An Ethiopian coffee that leans into brightness and bloom.

Rosso Coffee Roasters

Context

Rosso Coffee Roasters brings this Ethiopian lot with a profile that balances confectionery sweetness and bright citrus character. The nougat and dried apricot notes suggest a coffee with both creamy body and dried-fruit complexity, while the bergamot offers a tea-like floral lift—a combination that showcases the versatility of Ethiopian origins. This interplay of flavors makes for a nuanced cup that rewards both filter and espresso preparation.

The tasting notes invite exploration across the sensory spectrum, moving between sweet, fruited, and aromatic dimensions. "Spring Forward" suggests a coffee meant to refresh and brighten, delivering the clarity characteristic of high-quality Ethiopian coffees alongside approachable sweetness that appeals to a range of palates.

Buy — $27 from Rosso Coffee Roasters

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Spring Forward / Ethiopia grown?

Spring Forward / Ethiopia, roasted by Rosso Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Sidamo, Ethiopia.

What does Spring Forward / Ethiopia taste like?

Expect tasting notes of nougat, bergamot, and dried apricot.

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