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Coffee Basics: Types of Roasts

To best determine your preferred roast level, here are the four categories of roast levels that Heritage Coffee utilizes: Light Roast:This type of roast is light brown in color and preferred for more mild-bodied coffees. These beans should not have any oil on the surface. Medium Roast: This type of roast is medium brown in color with a non-oily surface. Traditionally, this is the most preferred type of roast for Americans.Medium-Dark Roast: This type of roast is dark brown in color and presents with an oily surface. Dark Roast: This type of roast contains nearly black and oily beans. To best determine your preferred flavor profile (also known as the coffee's "body") here are the three flavor categories that Fresh Roasted Coffee utilizes: Mild:...

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