Is this good for espresso?

It can work, but light roasts are harder to dial in and often taste sharp as espresso. It suits pour-over and drip better.

Yes. It ships as whole bean, so you need a burr grinder for consistent results.

What does it taste like?

Bright citrus, floral notes and clean sweetness in a light body, with little of the chocolate or caramel of darker roasts.

Is it tested for contaminants?

The brand states it is free of mycotoxins, heavy metals, mold and yeast, though independent lab reports are not included.

How should I brew it?

Use water just off the boil and a medium-fine grind for pour-over. A slightly stronger ratio helps the sweetness come through.

Where is the The Light Roast Coffee cheapest?

At Wide Open Brew Coffee Co., for $12.00, as of our latest check.

The Light Roast Coffee

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$12.00at Wide Open Brew Coffee Co.Checked Nov 9

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The Light Roast Coffee

Best price now

$12.00at Wide Open Brew Coffee Co.Checked Nov 9

Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Price facts

Last seen at $12.00 at Wide Open Brew Coffee Co. on Nov 9.

Our take on the The Light Roast Coffee

A whole-bean light roast blending washed Mexican Chiapas, pulped natural Brazilian Cerrado and natural Ethiopian beans. The cup is light-bodied and bright, with zesty citrus, floral notes and layered sweetness. It is aimed at pour-over and filter drinkers who want clarity over chocolatey depth, and it sits alongside single-origin light roasts rather than dark, oily supermarket blends. The brand also markets lab testing for mycotoxins, heavy metals and mold, which is unusual at this level.

Best forPour-over and drip brewersDrinkers who like bright, fruity coffeePeople who want tested, clean green beansGift for a light-roast fan

Pros

Bright citrus and floral cup with clean sweetness
Blend of three origins adds complexity
Whole bean keeps freshness longer than pre-ground
Stated testing for mycotoxins, heavy metals and mold
Washed, natural and pulped natural processing gives range

Cons

Light body may feel thin to milk-drink and espresso fans
Bright acidity can taste sour if under-extracted
Blend origins can vary between bags
Whole bean only, so you need a grinder

The Light Roast Coffee prices at every store

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The Light Roast Coffee price history

Lowest price we've seen: $12.00 on Nov 9 at Wide Open Brew Coffee Co.. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Drinkers who like bright filter coffee describe a clean, citrus-forward cup with floral lift. Others find it too acidic or thin, especially in espresso or with milk.

What people mention

FlavorPraisedDrinkers note zesty citrus and floral complexity in the cup.
BodyCriticisedSome find the light body too thin, especially with milk.
AcidityMixedBright acidity is liked in filter but called sour by some espresso users.
FreshnessPraisedWhole beans arrive fresh and keep well in the bag.
ConsistencyCriticisedA few buyers report flavor shifting from bag to bag.

Specifications

Form Type: Whole bean
Roast Type: Light
Free Of: Mycotoxin Free, Heavy Metal Free, Mold & Yeast Free
Sustainability Practices: Sustainable (Mexican beans)
Region Of Origin: Mexican, Brazilian, Cerrado, Brazil, Chiapas, Mexico, Ethiopian
Flavor Notes: Zesty citrus, Bright citrus, Clean sweetness, Floral complexity, Fresh fruit
Flavor Profile

Questions and answers

Is this good for espresso?: It can work, but light roasts are harder to dial in and often taste sharp as espresso. It suits pour-over and drip better.
Do I need a grinder?: Yes. It ships as whole bean, so you need a burr grinder for consistent results.
What does it taste like?: Bright citrus, floral notes and clean sweetness in a light body, with little of the chocolate or caramel of darker roasts.
Is it tested for contaminants?: The brand states it is free of mycotoxins, heavy metals, mold and yeast, though independent lab reports are not included.
How should I brew it?: Use water just off the boil and a medium-fine grind for pour-over. A slightly stronger ratio helps the sweetness come through.
Where is the The Light Roast Coffee cheapest?: At Wide Open Brew Coffee Co., for $12.00, as of our latest check.

Light-bodied

Sweetness Level

Sweetness, Clean sweetness, Layered sweetness

Flavor Type

Washed (Mexican), Natural (Ethiopian), Pulped Natural (Brazilian)

Container Type

Bag

Variety Pack

No