Not All Coffee Tastes the Same – How Specialty Coffee Can Change Your Palate
Exploring the Flavor Profiles
Specialty coffee comes in a range of flavor profiles, from bright and fruity to rich and chocolatey. The taste depends on the origin of the beans, how they’re processed, and how they’re roasted. For instance, an Ethiopian coffee might have a fruity, citrusy note, while a Colombian coffee may have a smooth, nutty flavor. Just like with wine or craft beer, you might prefer a different specialty coffee for hot vs iced coffee, espresso vs French Press, or Summer vs Winter. There are so many flavors and it's a blast trying them all!
How to Transition to Specialty Coffee
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Start Slow: If you’re new to specialty coffee, try a classic coffee first. Our 5AM and Nightcap Swiss Water Decaf™ are classic dark roasted specialty coffees that will take you back to the 90's when most people drank with a bit of sugar and milk. And that's not a diss, we love these or else we wouldn't make them. If you want a bit brighter coffee, with more noticeable acid, because you don't drink your coffee with a lot of milk, Morning Glow and Afternoon Delight Swiss Water Decaf™ are for you.
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Experiment with Brewing Methods: Whether you’re using a French Press, AeroPress, stovetop espresso, drip, or pour-over, each method brings out different flavors. This is also the fun part of dialing in your coffee preference. It's shocking how different a coffee can taste when prepared in a variety of ways.
Sound Intimidating?
It's not. We are just making coffee. You can buy a bag and throw it into your current brewer and you will instantly taste a difference with our fresh-roasted specialty coffee. And if you want to get into a new hobby, specialty coffee is an affordable everyday luxury that can bring joy and interest to your life.
