Intelligentsia Black Cat Espresso Premium Light Roast Whole Bean Coffee, Arabica, 12 oz

I used 20g of this blend to pull a 2 oz shot to use in lattes. I prefer a lighter roast for lattes. I loved this coffee. The stone fruit aromatics came through while grinding and the honey and milk chocolate more with drinking. For friends that drank coffee black but usually found just a shot of espresso to be too much, they loved it with a sprinkle of salt and cinnamon. Great, smooth mouth feel that will leave you sad when the bag is over or wanting another cup for the taste even though it'll mess up your sleep. This blend would be fantastic as a cafe miel if you wanted to highlight that honey note a little more to celebrate the roast in a flavored drink.

I came across Black Cat Classic Espresso several years ago by chance at a niche grocery store in a desperate stupor and need for my espresso fix. I am an addict, have a built in coffee center AND a counter top automatic espresso machine. I had never strayed from two other Italian brand espresso beans. But after that day in the niche grocery store I never went back to those Italian brand espresso beans OR ANY OTHER! I have been 100% loyal to Intelligensia and their espresso beans AND their cups! Spectacular and consistent quality! Delivered fast and reliable! You will not be disappointed!