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Dark Roast or Medium Roast: How to Choose What's Right for You

Two roast levels from the same bean, yet two completely different experiences. Let's see which one suits you.
Dark roast delivers a heavy body, with notes of dark chocolate and burnt caramel, finishing in a smooth bitterness. It's great for espresso and milk-based drinks, since the coffee's flavor still stands out even with milk.
Medium roast preserves more of the bright fruit and honey notes. Drunk black or brewed as drip, it offers a complex aroma and just the right amount of clean acidity.
If you regularly drink lattes, start with dark roast. If you prefer drip coffee or a light Americano, medium roast is the answer.
“Two roast levels from the same bean, yet two completely different experiences. Let's see which one suits you.”
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