NL Medium Roast
Medium roast beans deliver a gentle balance between bright acidity and roasted undertones. Thanks to subtle sweetness and versatility, they’re a top choice for both filter and espresso. Amsterdam’s artisanal roasters craft a rich, unique, approachable flavor brimming with harmony.
Medium Roast Beans
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Dessert Melange
from De Pelikaan€ 0,41Deventer
from Fleur de Café€ 0,56Dikke Puut met Boon’n
from Maalwerk Koffie€ 0,45Dolce Dono – Caffè Dono, Rwanda medium roast
from Caffè Dono€ 0,59Dominicaanse Republiek
from Inproc€ 0,65Don’t Let Me Down
€ 0,86Dona Matão
from Refill Coffee€ 0,69Dorothy's medium roast
from Dorothy’s Coffee€ 0,50Drago – Sampietro, Brazil medium roast
from Sampietro€ 0,59Duette Spannend
from Sophia’s Coffee€ 0,68Easy Like Sunday Morning
€ 0,86Easy Rider
from Bocca Coffee€ 0,69El Conjuro – Kolibri Coffee Roasters, Peru medium roast
€ 1,01El Salvador
from KBC Arnhem (Velp)€ 0,70El Salvador – Amstel Koffie, Guatemala medium roast
from Amstel KoffieEl Salvador – Geels & Co., Guatemala medium roast
from Geels & Co.
More About Medium Roast
Medium Roast in Amsterdam
Amsterdam has seen a notable shift from darker, traditional blends to more balanced medium roast profiles. Brands such as Douwe Egberts once dominated supermarkets with deeper roasts. Now, specialty roasters like White Label Coffee, Bocca, and Friedhats use subtler roast curves. This preserves fruity notes and enough caramelization for a full spectrum of aromas.
Why Choose This Roast
Medium roast is known for its balanced ratio of bright acidity and sweet, roasted accents. Lighter roasts can taste overly tart for some coffee drinkers, while very dark roasts may turn too bitter or smoky. By stopping the roast shortly after first crack, beans develop caramel notes without losing their natural fruit undertones. Brandmeesters, for example, applies a slowroast principle, enhancing sweetness but maintaining the origin’s character.
Specialty Roasters and Examples
Various micro-roasters in Amsterdam each bring a unique signature. Friedhats leans light-to-medium, keeping floral and fruity qualities from Ethiopian or Kenyan beans. Bocca often opts for a middle-ground profile that suits both filter and espresso. Brandmeesters aims for consistent medium roasts, ideal for semi-automatic machines and milk-based drinks. Stooker Roasting Co. experiments similarly, emphasizing bright cups without harsh acidity. This diversity ensures there’s something for every taste.
Brewing Methods
A medium roast adapts well to both filter and espresso methods. Pour-over setups like the V60 or Chemex highlight a lively acidity and sweet caramel notes. For espresso, baristas suggest adjusting the grind slightly and possibly extending brew time to achieve a balanced extraction. Small tweaks accentuate nutty or chocolate-like tones, which pair nicely with cappuccinos or flat whites.
Final Thoughts
The rise of medium roast in Amsterdam reflects the desire to explore a broad range of flavors. Less extreme roasting gives beans space to exhibit both fresh acidity and rounded caramel nuances. Local specialty roasters embrace this style to celebrate each origin story. Whether it’s a Kenyan filter coffee or a Brazilian espresso, medium roast brings harmony to the cup and invites curious coffee lovers to discover something new.