French Roast Coffee
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French Roast Coffee
An extremely dark blend with intense smoky sweetness, full body and low perceived acidity. Reading Coffee combines Central American and Pacific coffees and develops the roast deeply for a forceful French-roast profile.
This page separates verified product facts from brewing suggestions. Where the roaster has not supplied a farm, cultivar, elevation or post-harvest process, that detail is marked as not specified rather than inferred.
Coffee profile
| Roaster | Reading Coffee Company |
|---|---|
| Origin | Central America and Pacific origins |
| Process | Blend; post-harvest processes not specified |
| Roast | Very dark |
| Cup profile | Smoky-sweet, rich, full-bodied |
| Format | Whole-bean and ground choices; decaf where shown in the selector |
Brewing guidance
For drip or French press, start near a 1:16 brew ratio—20 g coffee to 320 g water—using water around 195–200°F. A medium grind should produce a pour-over drawdown near three to four minutes. If the finish turns bitter or dry, grind coarser or shorten contact time; if it tastes weak, grind finer. Darker roast development increases solubility, so avoid unnecessarily hot water.
Use the selected grind as a practical starting point, then dial in for your brewer and water. A consistent burr grinder such as the Turin DF54 makes small grind changes repeatable. Browse home coffee grinders or compare more coffees in the Specialty Coffee collection.
Frequently asked questions
What does this coffee taste like?
The documented profile is smoky-sweet, rich, full-bodied. Perception changes with grind, brew ratio, water and serving temperature.
Are the tasting notes added flavors?
No added flavor is documented. The tasting language describes the sensory profile associated with the coffee, blend and roast development.
What roast level is it?
It is listed as very dark roast.
Which brew method works well?
It is well suited to drip, French press or espresso. The recipe above is a starting point rather than a fixed rule.
Should I order whole bean or ground?
Whole bean offers the most control over grind and freshness. Choose a ground option when convenience matters and match it to your brewer.
Is decaf available?
Yes. A decaffeinated choice is documented; confirm the selected variant before checkout.
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