Star of the North

The North Star, Polaris, has appeared as a symbol and beacon in many cultures across the northern hemisphere, including Minnesota, “The North Star State.” An unmoving celestial compass, Polaris has aided and inspired us for centuries (and centuries to come). Stalwart and true, it keeps watch over the Northern skies.

Introducing: Star of the North. This light roast blend is a vibrant addition to our lineup, joining the family with a gentle and comforting presence—one to ease you into your day and guide you in the right direction. The idea behind Star of the North is to create a centerpiece for all Spyhouse offerings, serving as our focal point, or “polestar,” to tie everything together. With this blend, we aim to highlight familiar profiles and flavors from some of our favorite origins (the kind we get nerdy about) while retaining the Spyhouse identity present in our other blends. Our very own Polaris, Star of the North bridges the gap between our selection of blends and single origin offerings.

This coffee boasts a smooth, soft, and balanced texture with an elegant brightness despite its light acidity. Featuring a crisp, citrusy aroma and a zingy first few sips, it then settles into distinct notes of orange, cranberry, and currant with milder tones of a butter croissant and rye bread. Enjoy!

The Star of the North, offered by Spyhouse Coffee, presents a complex profile that balances bright acidity with savory, baked-good undertones. In the world of specialty coffee, roasts that highlight citrus and berry notes—such as orange, cranberry, and currant—often showcase the vibrant potential of high-quality processing methods. When these fruit-forward characteristics are paired with the comforting, toasted qualities of rye bread and butter croissant, the resulting cup offers a sophisticated depth that appeals to a wide range of palates.

To better understand how these specific descriptors fit into the broader spectrum of coffee sensory analysis, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel. While individual lots vary based on origin and preparation, identifying these distinct layers of fruit and grain can help drinkers refine their own tasting vocabulary. Whether enjoyed as a morning ritual or a focused tasting, this selection exemplifies the nuanced approach to roasting that defines the current specialty landscape.