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Black Cat Classic Espresso

Black Cat Classic Espresso

Light

Roast

Bestseller

Direct trade

Intelligentsia’s hallmark espresso blend combines Brazilian and Salvadoran coffees for syrupy sweetness, vivid fruit acidity, and a balance of cherry, cola, and citrus. It's designed primarily for bright, expressive, straight espresso.

$17.50

12oz

$1.46 / oz

Brew notes

Espresso

Tasting notes

Cherry, cola, orange

What people are saying

"My go to espresso. Nice and bold - never disappoints. That is how prefer my espresso. It takes you right to that edge of boldness without the bitter finish. I love to top it off with a bit of lemon rind! Reminds me of what I enjoyed in Italy!"

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PineBilly

At a glance

  • Flavor: Sweet red fruit, cola-like caramelization, and bright orange citrus

  • Body: Syrupy, likely medium to medium-full in espresso

  • Acidity: Vivid and fruit-forward

  • Best brewed: Espresso machine

  • Style: Modern, bright espresso blend

Origin

Blend

Region

Carmo de Minas, Brazil; Santa Ana, El Salvador

Roast level

Light

Producer

Various smallholders

Type

Not published

Variety

Not published

Process

Washed

Elevation

1,400m

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