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Dark
Shop 4.8 (116)
88CBI
US$1.35/oz
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The best dark-roast specialty coffees in our catalog
Dark roasts often get a bad reputation for masking quality, but these twenty selections prove otherwise. We have curated a list that prioritizes clarity and sweetness over simple carbonized bitterness. The majority of these lots are washed, which helps maintain the structural integrity of the bean during the roast process. You will find classic varieties like Caturra, Catuai, and Bourbon represented here, sourced from regions ranging from the high altitudes of Dota to the wet-hulled traditions of Sumatra. Roasters like George Howell and Phil & Sebastian lead this collection, demonstrating that a darker profile can still highlight origin character. Whether you prefer a heavy-bodied espresso or a structured drip, these coffees offer a clean, developed finish that respects the raw material.
What to taste for:Look for deep notes of caramelized sugar, toasted nuts, and dark chocolate without any acrid or burnt aftertaste.
16 available lots shown · ranked by Cherrybook Index
Argyll Blend
Roaster flags Milk Chocolate, Toffee, and Orange in the cup.
DarkMilk ChocolateToffeeOrange
Shop 5.0 (26)
86CBI
US$1.53/oz
Typical US$1.10 to $2.10/oz
Limited comparison
DarkDark ChocolateWalnutSpice
Shop 4.9 (11)
85CBI
US$1.53/oz
Typical US$1.23 to $1.96/oz
Broad comparison
Medium-DarkFigMolassesSpice
Shop 4.9 (282)
84CBI
$1.66/oz
Typical $1.20 to $2.29/oz
Limited comparison
Smooth Operator
Washed lot with Toffee, Dark Chocolate, and Toasted Almond in the cup.
Acatenango, GT · Washed
DarkCaramelDark ChocolateAlmond
Shop 4.9 (43)
82CBI
$1.79/oz
Typical $1.69 to $2.70/oz
Broad comparison
Aurora Blend
Think Dark Chocolate, Molasses, and Spice.
DarkDark ChocolateMolassesSpice
Shop 5.0 (11)
82CBI
US$1.53/oz
Typical US$1.10 to $2.10/oz
Limited comparison
Banner Dark
Cupping notes point toward Bittersweet Cocoa, Toffee, and Graham Cracker.
DarkDark ChocolateToffee
Shop 4.8 (116)
82CBI
$1.83/oz
Typical $1.30 to $2.48/oz
Limited comparison
DarkHibiscusStrawberry
Well-reviewed roaster
82CBI
$2.17/oz
Typical $1.76 to $2.81/oz
Broad comparison
Doppelganger Espresso
Expect S'mores, Baker's Chocolate, and Molasses from this washed lot.
Acatenango, GT · Washed
DarkMarshmallowDark ChocolateMolasses
Shop 4.9 (38)
82CBI
$1.79/oz
Typical $1.69 to $2.70/oz
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Medium-DarkOrangePralineCocoa
Shop 4.8 (11)
80CBI
US$1.65/oz
Typical US$1.34 to $2.56/oz
Limited comparison
Toketee
Think Apricot, Cacao Nib, and Caramel.
Medium-DarkApricotCocoa PowderCaramel
Shop 4.8 (76)
80CBI
$1.75/oz
Typical $1.28 to $2.44/oz
Limited comparison
DarkChocolate
Shop 5.0 (16)
79CBI
$1.79/oz
Typical $1.69 to $2.70/oz
Broad comparison
Hidden City
Roaster flags Molasses, Pecan, and Caramel in the cup.
Dark
Shop 4.8 (40)
78CBI
$1.69/oz
Typical $1.31 to $2.49/oz
Limited comparison
DarkBlackberryCaramelCocoa
Shop 4.5 (17)
77CBI
$2.33/oz
Typical $1.58 to $3.02/oz
Limited comparison
Medium-DarkChocolateStrawberry
Shop 4.9 (25)
77CBI
$1.69/oz
Typical $1.22 to $2.32/oz
Limited comparison
Medium-DarkStrawberryCocoa
Shop 4.8 (53)
76CBI
$1.83/oz
Typical $1.22 to $2.32/oz
Limited comparison
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