Bold & Strong Coffee
Dark roast whole bean coffees with deep, toasty, bittersweet flavor for people who want a strong cup.
These are our dark roasts for people who want a big, toasty, bittersweet cup. Bold describes flavor and body, not caffeine, because roast level has little effect on caffeine. Start with Chocolate Bold for bittersweet chocolate or Deep Roast for toasted nuts and cocoa.
People who like it dark and strong, French press and moka pot fans, and anyone who adds milk and wants the coffee to stand up to it.
How to choose
- Want bittersweet chocolate? Choose Chocolate Bold.
- Want toasted nuts and cocoa with a round finish? Choose Deep Roast.
- Want dark caramel sweetness? Choose Molten Caramel.
- Use a coarser grind and a shorter brew so it tastes rich instead of harsh.
- They suit French press, moka pot and milk drinks. For a stronger cup, use more coffee, not a darker roast.
Compare the bags
| Coffee | Roast | Tasting notes | Origin | Brew it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molten Caramel Coffee (Dark Roast) | Dark | baker's chocolate and dark toffee sweetness | Brazil, Mexico and Guatemala blend | drip, French press or strong morning espresso |
| Chocolate Bold Coffee (Dark Roast) | Dark | bittersweet chocolate and a gently toasty finish | Brazil, classic Arabica varietals | espresso-style, moka pot or bold drip |
| Deep Roast Coffee (Dark Roast) | Dark | toasted nuts and cocoa with a round finish | Brazil and Mexico blend | strong drip, French press or moka pot |
Questions
Is bold coffee higher in caffeine?
Not meaningfully. Roast level has little effect on caffeine, so a bold dark roast tastes stronger without being much stronger in caffeine. Using more coffee makes a stronger cup.
Why does my dark roast taste bitter?
Dark roasts extract quickly. Use a coarser grind, slightly cooler water or a shorter brew time.
What is the best way to brew a bold coffee?
French press and moka pot suit dark roasts well. A drip machine works too if you grind a little coarser.
Do bold coffees work with milk?
Yes. Their rich, toasty flavor stands up to milk, cream and sugar. For milk brew, grind a little coarser and steep around 10 hours.
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