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DETAILS ORIGIN: Brazil | Guatemala | Honduras PRODUCER: Smallholders VARIETY: Mixed PROCESS: Washed | Raised-Bed Dried REGION: Minas Gerais | Atitlan | Copan ELEVATION: 1550 M ROASTER: Probat P25 LEVEL: Moderate Dark EXTRACTION: Espresso | Filter NOTES: Brown Sugar | Cocoa Nib | Dried Cherry | Candied Pecan STORY Classic Espresso is the foundational counterpart to its Modern sibling. Built in a more traditional style, this profile leans rich, chocolate-forward, and structured—designed to deliver comfort, balance, and familiarity in every cup. Crafted for those who appreciate timeless espresso, Classic Espresso emphasizes sweetness, body, and depth over brightness. The result is a cup that feels grounded, smooth, and dependable—equally at home as a straight shot or paired with milk. ORIGIN — BLEND Classic Espresso is our expression of structure and approachability—crafted from carefully selected coffees grown in Brazil and Central America. These coffees are chosen for their density and sugar development, allowing them to caramelize deeply during roasting without losing balance. Expect a cup that leans toward Dark chocolate • Toasted Nuts • Brown Sugar supported by a round, full-bodied mouthfeel. Designed to excel with milk, Classic Espresso delivers a sweet, integrated profile in lattes and cappuccinos, while maintaining a smooth, cohesive straight shot. Brewed as filter, it presents comforting sweetness with a clean, cocoa-driven finish. This is our classic interpretation of espresso—rich, balanced, and intentionally familiar. VARIETY — MIXED Brazil Naturally processed Brazilian coffees bring richness and depth, with pronounced sweetness and a heavier body. Expect chocolate-forward character layered with dried fruit and caramelized sugar notes, adding weight and warmth to the cup while enhancing overall balance. Central American Cultivars Traditional varieties such as Caturra and Bourbon, commonly grown throughout Central America, add clarity and approachability. Expect nutty sweetness, classic chocolate tones, and a smooth mouthfeel that reinforces the blend’s depth and consistency. PROCESS METHOD — WASHED Washed coffees are processed at wet mills, where cherries are depulped, fermented briefly, rinsed, and dried. This method removes all fruit material prior to drying, resulting in a clean and consistent cup. Controlled fermentation and thorough washing preserve sweetness and structure while minimizing fermentation-driven fruitiness. The result is clarity, balance, and a profile well-suited to classic espresso preparation. DRYING METHOD — RAISED-BED DRIED Drying takes place on traditional raised beds, promoting even airflow and controlled moisture reduction. This method stabilizes the coffee, preserves sweetness, and supports clean, consistent flavor development. ROAST LEVEL — MODERATE DARK GROUND AGTRON: # WHOLE BEAN AGTRON: #55-50 ROAST LEVEL: MODERATE DARK Moderate Dark is a more developed roast profile focused on depth, body, and sweetness. This level of development emphasizes caramelization and reduces acidity, producing a cup that is smooth, bold, and structured. Expect flavors leaning toward dark chocolate, toasted sugars, and roasted nuts, with a heavier mouthfeel and a lingering, bittersweet finish. Acidity is subdued, allowing richness and balance to take center stage—well suited for classic espresso preparations and full-bodied brewing methods. Moderate Dark refers to a roast profile between medium-dark and dark, with greater roast development, fuller body, and lower acidity while still retaining some origin character. Expect: Sweetness: dark caramel, molasses, cocoa Acidity: low, muted Body: heavy, rich, syrupy Flavor: chocolate, roasted nuts, baking spice, toasted sugar Finish: bold, smooth, lingering MODERATE DARK A more developed roast style emphasizing body, sweetness, and roast character with lower acidity and a richer, fuller profile. On a simple spectrum: Moderate Light → bright • fruit-forward • transparen
| Origin | Brazil, Guatemala, Honduras |
| Variety | Mixed (Brazilian and Central American cultivars) |
| Process | Washed, raised bed dried |
| Roast level | Moderate dark |
| Form | Whole bean, ground |
| Recommended Grind Size | Finer (espresso), coarse (French press) |



