Medium roast coffee

Medium-roasted coffee is characterized by a balanced profile between light and dark roast. Such beans are highly popular worldwide due to their considerable versatility. The medium roasting level makes these beans perfect for various brewing methods. They are slightly darker than light-roasted beans and usually take on an intense brown color. The specific sensory profile of different varieties also deserves attention.

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Characteristics
High Versatility
Brewing Methods
Recommended Varieties
Mexico Nahua
Umoja Wetu

What characterizes medium-roasted coffee?

Medium-roasted coffee is one of the most popular products offered by our online roastery store, JAVA Coffee Roasters. The brew prepared from these roasted beans retains some acidity, but it is less intense than in the case of light roasts. This type of coffee also gains some sweetness and bitterness, though less than coffee made from dark-roasted beans. All of this translates into a very balanced profile, which directly results from the temperature and duration of roasting. Depending on the bean variety, a medium roast can bring out noticeable notes of chocolate, nuts, or caramel.

High Versatility

Medium-roasted coffee falls between the other two roasting levels, making it highly versatile. From these beans, you can brew a coffee with a balanced aroma and depth. This coffee lacks excessive acidity and bitterness, which is important for those who prefer a relatively mild flavor. However, the final brew can have a very diverse character. Much depends on the chosen brewing method, which can also vary greatly with medium roasts. The unique characteristics of coffee from different regions of the world allow for an unparalleled taste and aromatic experience. The medium roasting level is also particularly versatile in terms of pairing the brew with various additions, such as plant-based drinks or Bacanha syrups available in our store.

Brewing Methods

Some brewing methods for medium-roasted coffee highlight its strengths, for which the accessories available in our online store can be very helpful. Medium-roasted omniroast beans can be successfully prepared in a Moka pot or an espresso machine. Pour-over methods also work excellently with this type of coffee, allowing for slightly different flavor profiles. These roasted beans are an ideal solution for those who don't want to limit themselves to just one technique and prefer variety and versatility. They can also be brewed using many alternative methods, such as with a Chemex or AeroPress. Medium-roasted coffee even works great as cold brew—an invigorating and chilled version of coffee brewed cold.

Which medium-roasted coffee beans do we recommend?

Medium-roasted coffee beans should primarily come from a good source that guarantees proper freshness of the beans and their skillful processing. The products available in our online store meet these requirements. Our medium-roasted coffees combine the right balance of flavor, delicacy, and freshness, while their subtle accents perfectly emphasize the depth of the sensory profile. We offer 100% Arabica beans from the specialty and fine segments from various regions of the world, which gives them many unique characteristics.

Mexico Nahua Coffee

Nahua is a coffee we offer from La Laja, a company that collaborates with small producers in Mexico. Its high quality is evidenced by Rainforest Alliance, UTZ, and 4C certifications, confirming compliance with sustainable development, supply chain, and farmer living standards. The company also supports various socio-economic programs, including seedling production, training, credit, and participation in coffee production and processing. La Laja also supports the local community by organizing numerous recreational activities. The coffee we offer is sourced from several farms that use a special fertilizer made from cascara to fertilize the soil. Nahua combines a unique sensory profile of grapefruit, cranberry, and dark chocolate.

DR Congo Umoja Wetu Coffee

Umoja Wetu is a coffee from the Democratic Republic of Congo, produced as part of the Umoja Wetu ("Our Unity") cooperative. It brings together smaller producers and also carries out numerous activities to support the local population of South Kivu. The cooperative has been operating since 2010 and has been producing specialty coffee since 2017, constantly growing in this segment. Lake Kivu is located on a plateau, and the significant altitude above sea level provides optimal conditions for coffee cultivation. DR Congo Umoja Wetu features a sensory profile that combines notes of cherry, Assam tea, and milk chocolate. We invite you to contact us and explore the extensive offer of JAVA Coffee, including lemonades, sugar-free sparkling drinks, teas, and many other products.