Dark Roast Coffee Beans

Dark roast takes the coffee well into and beyond second crack - the point where the roast character begins to dominate, the bean's natural sugars caramelise deeply, and the surface takes on the oily sheen characteristic of this roast level. The result is a bold, full-bodied cup with lower acidity and rich flavours of dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and warming spice.

At this level the origin character of the coffee takes a back seat to the roast itself - which is exactly what some coffees and some drinkers are looking for. Dark roasts are particularly well suited to espresso and milk-based drinks like lattes and flat whites, where the intensity of the coffee holds its own against the milk and delivers a satisfying, robust flavour.

If you'd like to explore lighter profiles, browse our light roast, medium roast, or medium dark collections.