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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Ethiopia
from Café du Jour€ 0,40Ethiopië Djimmah
from Fleur de Café€ 0,28Ethiopië Queen of Sheba
from Brandmeesters€ 0,23Ethiopië Sheka
from Coffee Class€ 0,58Ethiopia Sidama
€ 0,64Ethiopie Sidamo
€ 0,57Ethiopië Sidamo
from Maalwerk Koffie€ 0,61Ethiopië Sidamo
from KOVI Koffiebranders€ 0,63Ethiopië Sidamo
from TASZ koffie€ 0,46Ethiopië Sidamo
from Caffè Dono€ 1,00Ethiopie Sidamo Arabica Bio
from Fleur de Café€ 0,83Ethiopië Sidamo Grade 2
from De Koffiekaravaan€ 0,51Ethiopië Sidamo Grade 2
from Jeronimo Coffee€ 0,57Ethiopië Special Select
from Roast’n Toast€ 0,62Ethiopië Yirgacheffe
from Coffee Goddess€ 0,47Everyday
from Spicekix Coffee Lab€ 0,53
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.