coffee

trying a local roaster’s single origin washed process from a 4th generation guatemalan producer, Finca Santa Margarita. the estate is largely run by women and hosts an on-site school, clinic, and reforestation program. pretty cool.

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the roast is pretty old school and dark, honestly a bit surprising for a hip third wave roaster. maybe we’ve come full circle and this is trendy now vs. uber light roast, fruity/floral espresso.

its been all over the map! it has swung away from the Scandinavian super light style a bit. Ive had a few food bags from Traffic.

Angelino with a soft spot for Japan. Former world Barista Championship judge and trainer. Fan of washed coffee.

I like the softness, but it feels quite boring in 2025. I long for more complexity and balance. The light roast tends to be very one note and sort of lacks any "life."

yeah definitely feels like super light is out. personally never liked that style of roasting for espresso but totally get it for pourover.