Roasting Expertise

Light Roast vs. Dark Roast?

The roast style is a key factor in bringing out the true essence of a specialty coffee.  At Papanicholas Coffee we use a traditional 5 tiered scale to indicate roast type:

• American Roast
• Full City Roast
• Viennese Roast
• French Roast
• Italian/Espresso Roast

Typically, a lighter roasted coffee will have a smoother and sweeter flavor throught the entire tasting experience.  As the coffee roast gets darker, an experienced pallet will pick-up a strong/"fruity" note early, with a smooth finish.  Please note that these are general references and that the origin of the coffee bean will also dicate specific taste profiles.