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The best light-roast specialty coffees in our catalog

Light roasts demand precision. In this collection of twenty coffees, we focus on clarity and acidity. The vast majority of these lots are washed, which highlights the inherent characteristics of the bean rather than the roast profile. You will find a heavy representation of classic varieties like Caturra, Bourbon, and Typica, alongside a few Geisha lots for added complexity. George Howell Coffee provides the bulk of these selections, though we also feature roasts from Nossa Familia, Sightglass, Wonderstate, and The Barn. Regional highlights range from the high-altitude farms of Huila to the distinct microclimates of Nyamasheke and Matagalpa. These coffees represent the highest-scoring light roasts currently in our catalog, chosen for their clean finish and vibrant, fruit-forward profiles.

What to taste for:Look for bright, crisp acidity and a clean finish that highlights the specific terroir of the growing region.

16 available lots shown · ranked by Cherrybook Index

Mamuto AA

Expect Violet, Cherry, and Plum from this washed lot.

Kirinyaga, KE · Washed

LightVioletCherryPlum+1
Well-reviewed roaster
87CBI
$5.62/oz

Kenya Mamuto AB

Expect Blackberry, Blackcurrant, and Plum from this washed lot.

Kirinyaga, KE · Washed

LightBlackberryBlack CurrantPlum
Well-reviewed roaster
85CBI
$4.25/oz

Typical $2.06 to $3.29/oz

Wilton Benitez Tabi Natural

Expect Juicy Fruit Gum, Papaya, and Strawberry from this experimental lot.

Cauca, CO · Experimental

LightPapayaStrawberryFloral+2
Good Food 2025 roaster
80CBI
$2.33/oz

Typical $2.32 to $3.70/oz

Microdose Half-Caf

Cupping notes point toward Dried Apricot, Poached Pear, and Toasted Hazelnut.

Medium-LightApricotPearHazelnut
Shop 4.7 (27)
79CBI
$1.88/oz

Typical $1.39 to $2.65/oz

Limited comparison

Organic Peru San Fernando

Washed lot with Maple Candy, Roasted Almond, and Meyer Lemon in the cup.

La Convencion, PE · Washed

Medium-LightMaple SyrupAlmondLemon
ROTY 2025 roaster
79CBI
$1.56/oz

Typical $1.77 to $2.83/oz

Broad comparison

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