El Salvador Marta Yaneth Lemus
Guava, Apple Cider, and French Vanilla on a washed build.
Chalatenango, SV · Washed
LightGuavaAppleVanilla
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$3.15/oz
Roaster
Cat & Cloud Coffee
Santa Cruz, CAwww.catandcloud.com ↗
- Coffees in catalog
- 18
- Also available
- 1
- Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
- 71.2
- Reddit sentiment
- 80/100
FreshnessRoast cadence not disclosed
OriginsETCOHNBRGTPE
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 23% · 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.
- Reddit80/100weight 18%
- YouTube—weight 10%
Per-lot signals (averaged)
Vary across lots; averaged over 18 in-stock lots.
- SCA gradenot on file · weight 25%
- Coffee Reviewnot on file · weight 20%
- Buyer reviewsnot on file · weight 12%
- Cherrybook reader ratingsnot on file · weight 5%
- Transparency58.9/10018/18 lots · weight 5%
Bonuses earned (per lot)
- stale decay11/18
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 80/100
Cat & Cloud is recognized as a well-established roaster within the specialty coffee community. Discussions often highlight their signature blends, such as "The Answer," which is frequently mentioned in the context of espresso preparation. While they are a staple for many home brewers, their brand recognition is also tied to notable industry news, such as their legal dispute with Caterpillar Inc. Overall, they are viewed as a reliable and accessible roaster for those seeking quality beans.
popular espresso blendsreliable home brewing optionwell-known industry presencefrequent inclusion in coffee hauls
Threads cited (10)
- r/Coffee · 490↑ · I put coffee in the blender so you wouldn't have to
- r/Coffee · 394↑ · Tokyo coffee scene: my impressions / little guide
- r/Coffee · 271↑ · Recommendations for VERY fruity beans?
- r/Coffee · 236↑ · Cat & Cloud is being sued by Caterpillar Inc.
- r/espresso · 192↑ · First latte with Cat and Cloud The Answer
- r/Coffee · 178↑ · The Moderation Situation
- r/pourover · 114↑ · I need help identifying when this coffee was bought.
- r/pourover · 114↑ · It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Coffee Haul)
- r/pourover · 105↑ · Made a paper cup collage!
- r/pourover · 84↑ · The REAL Top 50 Roasters of 2023 List
On YouTube
8 videos · 213k combined views
8 videos cover Cat & Cloud Coffee from reviewers James Hoffmann, RealChrisBaca.
Coverage from others
- 60k views
A Visit To Cat & Cloud
James Hoffmann
- 56k views
James Hoffmann Q&A At Cat & Cloud - The Truth About Coffee Roasting | Real Chris Baca
RealChrisBaca
- 29k views
Cat & Cloud New Store + Coffee Roaster Burner Jet Removal
RealChrisBaca
- 24k views
Opening Day at Cat & Cloud!
RealChrisBaca
- 16k views
Cat & Cloud | The Story Behind The Name And Logo
RealChrisBaca
- 15k views
6 Years of Cat & Cloud Coffee | A Virtual Tour
RealChrisBaca
- 8k views
San Franciscan Roaster Uncrating | SF-25 | Cat & Cloud
RealChrisBaca
- 5k views
Free Espresso & Roastery Tours On Our Birthday. 9 Year Cat & Cloud Coffee Anniversary.
RealChrisBaca
Flagship cafe
Cat & Cloud HQ
719 Swift St. Suite 56, Santa Cruz, CA
Open in maps →The Swift St. location is presented as the HQ, featuring a full kitchen, roastery, and training lab.
The catalog
18 in stock · 11 archived
Mexico Los Abuelitos
Expect Green Apple, Butterscotch, and Cocoa from this washed.
Puebla, MX · Washed
LightAppleButterscotchCocoa
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.48/oz
Rwanda Kumbya
Expect Blackberry, Kiwi, and Wildflower Honey from this natural.
Western Province, RW · Natural
DarkBlackberryKiwiHoney
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.20/oz
Guatemala Las Sonajas
Washed lot with Nectarine, Lemon Bar, and Honey Blossom in the cup.
Antigua, GT · Washed
DarkPeachLemonHoney
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.60/oz
Honduras Damian Chavez
Orange Creamsicle, Buttery Pecan, and Sweet Rhubarb on a anaerobic washed build.
Santa Barbara, HN · Anaerobic Washed
DarkOrangePecanOverall Sweet
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.72/oz
Colombia Truji y Angelita
Passion Fruit, Lime Zest, and Hibiscus on a washed build.
Cauca, CO · Washed
LightPassion FruitLimeHibiscus
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$3.30/oz
Costa Rica Steven Vargas
Expect Raspberry, Grape Soda, and Peanut Butter from this natural.
Central Valley, CR · Natural
DarkRaspberry
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$3.23/oz
Sumatra Pantan Musara
Wet-Hulled / Washed lot with Candied Lemon, Caramel, and Black Tea in the cup.
Aceh, ID · Wet-Hulled / Washed
MediumLemonCaramelBlack Tea
Well-reviewed roaster
73
$2.80/oz
DarkDark ChocolateOverall SweetSmoky
Well-reviewed roaster
70
$1.52/oz
Night Shift
Natural lot with Dark Chocolate, Full Bodied, and Sweetness in the cup.
Guji, ET · Natural
DarkDark ChocolateOverall Sweet
Well-reviewed roaster
70
$1.52/oz
Peru The Andes Natural
Expect Black Cherry, Strawberry Jam, and Toblerone from this natural.
Lambayeque, PE · Natural
DarkCherryStrawberryChocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
70
$2.90/oz
Peru The Andes Washed
Washed lot with Cherry, Wildflower Honey, and Nougat in the cup.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
Medium-LightCherryHoneyNougat
Well-reviewed roaster
70
$2.35/oz
MediumPeanutBerryMilk Chocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
69
$1.78/oz
Ethiopia Kercha Natural
Natural lot with Blue Berry, Chocolate Chips, and Strawberry Ice Cream in the cup.
Guji, ET · Natural
DarkBlueberryChocolateStrawberry
Well-reviewed roaster
69
$1.73/oz
The Best Friends Blend
Strawberry Limeade, Grapefruit, and Sugar Cane on a washed / natural build.
HN · Washed / Natural
MediumStrawberryLimeGrapefruit+1
Well-reviewed roaster
68
$1.79/oz
DarkStrawberryCocoa PowderMolasses
Well-reviewed roaster
68
$1.58/oz
MediumCaramelBerryChocolate+1
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$1.49/oz
MediumCitrusChocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
67
$1.77/oz
Also available · subscriptions, sample packs, gear
3 Month Gift Subscription | 2 Week
Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
Well-reviewed roaster
69
$13.22/oz
Archived (11)
Colombia Truji y Angelita Thermal Shock Natural
Strawberry Granita, Candied Pineapple, and Pop Rock Candy on a experimental build.
Cauca, CO · Experimental
DarkStrawberryPineappleCandy+4
Well-reviewed roaster
76
$3.25/oz
Out of stock
Nicaragua Silvio Sanchez Natural
Natural lot with Blackberry Jam, Blood Orange, and Nutella in the cup.
Nueva Segovia, NI · Natural
Medium-LightBlackberryOrangeHazelnut+1
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.29/oz
Out of stock
Medium-LightLavenderRaspberryGreen Tea+1
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.56/oz
Out of stock
LightPeachLemonJasmine
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.15/oz
Out of stock
Honduras Wilson Morales
Expect Kiwi, Peanut Brittle, and Milk Chocolate from this washed.
Santa Barbara, HN · Washed
DarkKiwiPeanutMilk Chocolate+2
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.70/oz
Out of stock
Spring Fling
Expect Cherry Garcia, Gummy Bears, and Beach Days from this natural.
Mogiana, BR · Natural
LightCherryChocolateCandy
Well-reviewed roaster
75
$2.08/oz
Out of stock
Ethiopia Takele Mammo
Expect Dried Strawberry, Apricot, and Rooibos Tea from this washed.
Yirgacheffe, ET · Washed
LightStrawberryDried FruitApricot+1
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.33/oz
Out of stock
Colombia Carmen Canchala
Expect Dried Cranberry, Nectarine, and Tropical from this washed.
Nariño, CO · Washed
LightCranberryNectarineTropical Fruit
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.94/oz
Out of stock
DarkGrapefruitPapaya
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.54/oz
Out of stock
Honduras Nelin Guzman Anaerobic Natural
Expect Sweet Berry Wine, Skittles, and Dark Chocolate from this anaerobic natural.
Santa Barbara, HN · Anaerobic Natural
Medium-LightBerryWineyCandy+3
Well-reviewed roaster
74
$2.89/oz
Out of stock
Guatemala La Folie
Orange, Maple Syrup, and Dark Chocolate on a washed / producer: build.
Antigua,roast_level:2,tasting_notes_raw:[, GT · Washed / Producer:
OrangeMaple SyrupDark Chocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
72
$2.72/oz
Out of stock
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