Organic Fiore Espresso
Washed lot with Chocolate Fudge, Blueberry, and Brown Sugar in the cup.
PE · Washed
MediumChocolateBlueberryBrown Sugar
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Roaster
Caffe Vita
Seattle, WAwww.caffevita.com ↗
Bird FriendlySmithsonianUSDA Organic
- Coffees in catalog
- 13
- Also available
- 1
- Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
- 59.0
- Reddit sentiment
- 75/100
FreshnessRoast cadence not disclosed
OriginsPEBRCOETHNID
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 38% · limited data
Coverage is below 50%. Most of this roaster’s lots are scored off roaster-level signals (Reddit + YouTube) without per-lot SCA grades, Coffee Review entries, or published buyer reviews. With limited signal, scores are also pulled toward a neutral 50 baseline by the Cherry’s Index methodology, so lots can read flatter than the actual cup quality differences between them. The avg Cherry’s Index reflects general reputation more than per-lot quality.
Roaster signals
Apply to every lot from this roaster.
- Reddit75/100weight 18%
- YouTube75/100weight 10%
Per-lot signals (averaged)
Vary across lots; averaged over 13 in-stock lots.
- SCA gradenot on file · weight 25%
- Coffee Review26.7/1003/13 lots · weight 20%
- Buyer reviewsnot on file · weight 12%
- Cherrybook reader ratingsnot on file · weight 5%
- Transparency35.4/10013/13 lots · weight 5%
Bonuses earned (per lot)
- stale decay13/13
Base components are renormalized over whatever signals are available for each lot. SCA + Coffee Review are capped at 40% combined to keep the cupping story from dominating. Bonuses (accolades, awards, editorial coverage) and freshness decay are applied on top.
Community reputation · Reddit
Well-regarded· sentiment 75/100
Caffe Vita is recognized by community members as a solid, well-loved Pacific Northwest roaster, with particular praise for blends like Cafe Del Sol and Caffe Luna. While one user noted their Guatemalan FNV wasn't a hit with a Starbucks-loving partner, fans express strong loyalty, sharing brewing tips for enjoying their espresso and filter offerings at home.
Seattle-based roasterpopular espresso blendsPNW favoritegood for traditional palates
On YouTube
2 videos · 3k combined views
Coverage of Caffe Vita highlights their commitment to traditional batch roasting using vintage machinery without automated computer controls. Outside observers emphasize their reliance on old-world skill and hands-on craftsmanship in the roasting process. The roaster's approach centers on intentional green bean selection and custom blending philosophies.
Vintage Probat roastersNo computer automationOld-world craftsmanshipHands-on batch roasting
Flagship cafe
Caffe Vita Smith Tower
506 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA
Open in maps →The website identifies this as their 10th location, situated in the historic Smith Tower at the corner of Second and Yesler.
The catalog
13 in stock · 5 archived
Organic Sumatra Gayo River
Wet-Hulled lot with Roasted Almond, Brown Sugar, and Nougat in the cup.
ID · Wet-Hulled
Medium-DarkAlmondBrown SugarNougat
Bird Friendly
$2.08/oz
Medium-LightCherryMaple SyrupChocolate
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
DarkCocoaMaple SyrupNutmeg
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
MediumChocolateBrown SugarFig+3
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Medium-DarkMolassesWalnutCinnamon
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Campfire Blend
Cupping notes point toward Roasted Marshmallow, Golden Lager, and Good Times.
MediumMarshmallowFermented
Bird Friendly
$1.75/oz
Medium-DarkDark ChocolateSpiceBlackberry
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Organic Fiore Decaf
Roaster flags Apple Pie, Cinnamon, and Molasses in the cup.
Medium-DarkAppleCinnamonMolasses
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
MediumChocolateAlmondCaramel
Bird Friendly
$1.50/oz
Caffe Del Sol
Roaster flags Milk Chocolate, Caramel, and Dark Cherry in the cup.
MediumMilk ChocolateCaramelCherry
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
DarkAlmondDark ChocolateSweet
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Medium-DarkNutmegCocoa PowderOrange
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Also available · subscriptions, sample packs, gear
Roaster's Choice Single Origin
Not much signal yet; the detail page has what we know.
Bird Friendly
$2.17/oz
Archived (5)
In The Garden: Ethiopia Sidamo Taferi Kela
Expect Peach, Jasmine, and Pomelo from this washed.
Sidamo, ET · Washed
LightPeachJasmineGrapefruit
Bird Friendly
71
$2.17/oz
Out of stock
Small Talk: Honduras Santa Barbara
Blood Orange, Pomegranate, and Floral Honey on a honey build.
Santa Barbara, HN · Honey
LightOrangePomegranateHoney
Bird Friendly
71
$2.17/oz
Out of stock
Electric Feel: Peru Rosarios Bajos
Expect Frangipane, Limoncello, and Black Currant from this washed.
Amazonas, PE · Washed
LightAlmondCitrusBlack Currant
Bird Friendly
71
$2.17/oz
Out of stock
Slow Ride: Brazil Campo Das Vertentes
Anaerobic Natural / Process Detail lot with Cinnamon, Molasses, and Dark Cherry in the cup.
Minas Gerais, BR · Anaerobic Natural / Process Detail
LightCinnamonMolassesCherry
Bird Friendly
70
$2.17/oz
Out of stock
Pride Blend
Cupping notes point toward Fruit Leather, Dark Cherry, and Milk Caramel Pops.
Medium-LightDried FruitCherryCaramel
Bird Friendly
$1.67/oz
Out of stock
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