78Washed lot with Honey, Jasmine, and Fruit Tea in the cup.
La Paz, BO · Washed
HoneyJasmineTea Like+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$9.15/oz
Roaster
Code Black Coffee
- Coffees in catalog
- 33
- Also available
- 0
- Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
- 75.4
- Reddit sentiment
- 85/100
Pricing perksSave 10% on subscriptions
OriginsCOKEETPAIDPE
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 34% · 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.
- Reddit85/100weight 18%
- YouTube85/100weight 10%
Per-lot signals (averaged)
Vary across lots; averaged over 33 in-stock lots.
- SCA gradenot on file · weight 25%
- Coffee Review55/1002/33 lots · weight 20%
- Buyer reviewsnot on file · weight 12%
- Cherrybook reader ratingsnot on file · weight 5%
- Transparency58.9/10033/33 lots · weight 5%
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
Cult favorite· sentiment 85/100
Code Black Coffee is well-regarded by the community, particularly for those visiting their Melbourne cafes. Users describe the staff as friendly and passionate, and their beans are noted for being flavorful and high-quality. While some users have sought advice on dialing in their beans at home, these discussions focus on brewing technique rather than any quality issues with the coffee itself.
friendly and passionate staffMelbourne-based roasterflavorful and smooth beanspopular cafe destinationhigh-quality specialty coffee
On YouTube
2 videos · 6k combined views
Outside coverage highlights Code Black Coffee as a roaster deeply invested in the technical mastery of brewing. Reviewers emphasize the company's focus on extraction efficiency and the granular details that differentiate professional-level coffee preparation. The roaster is portrayed as an organization that prioritizes long-term dedication to craft and a profound understanding of flavor profiles.
Technical brewing precisionFocus on extraction efficiencyEmphasis on flavor profile masteryProfessional training standardsDedication to incremental improvement
Flagship cafe
Brunswick HQ
15-17 Weston Street, Brunswick, VIC
Open in maps →The Brunswick HQ is listed as the roastery, cafe, and retail location.
The catalog
33 in stock · 18 archived
78
78Natural lot with Jackfruit, Guava, and Chocolate in the cup.
West Java, ID · Natural
Medium-LightTropical FruitGuavaChocolate+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.62/oz
78Expect Lemon, Honeysuckle, and Violet from this washed.
Huila, CO · Washed
LemonHoneysuckleViolet+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$5.55/oz
78Lemon, Violet, and Honey Suckle on a washed build.
Huila, CO · Washed
LemonHoneysuckleViolet+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$5.55/oz
78Strawberry, Passionfruit, and Rockmelon on a natural build.
Huila, CO · Natural
StrawberryPassionfruitMelon+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$7.05/oz
78Natural lot with Jackfruit, Guava, and Chocolate in the cup.
West Java, ID · Natural
MediumTropical FruitGuavaChocolate+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.62/oz
78Jasmine Tea, Berry, and Sugarcane on a honey build.
Boquete, PA · Honey
Medium-LightJasmineBerrySugarcane+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$9.75/oz
78Melon, White Grape, and Honey on a honey build.
Valle del Cauca, CO · Honey
LightMelonGrapeHoney
Well-reviewed roaster
$7.12/oz
78Washed lot with Cooked Apple, Sugarcane, and Toffee in the cup.
Huila, CO · Washed
AppleSugarcaneToffee+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.85/oz
78Melon, White Grape, and Honey on a honey build.
Valle del Cauca, CO · Honey
MelonGrapeHoney
Well-reviewed roaster
$7.12/oz
77Natural lot with Berry, Tamarind, and Cocoa in the cup.
Valle del Cauca, CO · Natural
BerryTamarindCocoa+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.62/oz
77Expect Floral, Jasmine, and Pear from this washed.
Tolima, CO · Washed
FloralJasminePear+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.74/oz
77Expect Blackberry, Tropical Fruit, and Cooked Apple from this natural.
Huila, CO · Natural
BlackberryTropical FruitApple
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.44/oz
76Expect Berry, Tamarind, and Cocoa from this natural.
Valle del Cauca, CO · Natural
BerryTamarindCocoa+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.62/oz
76Expect Almond, Chocolate, and Brown Spice from this natural.
Nyamasheke, RW · Natural
MediumAlmondChocolatePepper+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.87/oz
76Expect Berries, Honey, and Savoury Spice from this anaerobic natural.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Natural
BerryHoneySpice
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.80/oz
76Expect Apple, Citrus, and Brown Sugar from this washed.
Palanda, EC · Washed
Medium-LightAppleCitrusBrown Sugar+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.17/oz
76Expect Berries, Honey, and Savoury Spice from this anaerobic washed.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Washed
MediumBerryHoneySpice
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.80/oz
75Floral, Lemon, and Honey on a honey build.
CO · Honey
LightFloralLemonHoney+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.74/oz
75Swiss Water Process lot with Dark Chocolate, Cocoa, and Orange in the cup.
Colombia, CO · Swiss Water Process
Medium-DarkDark ChocolateCocoa PowderOrange+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.80/oz
75Washed lot with Apple, Citrus, and Brown Sugar in the cup.
Palanda, EC · Washed
AppleCitrusBrown Sugar+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.17/oz
75Washed lot with Raspberry, Toffee, and Blackcurrant in the cup.
Nyeri, KE · Washed
RaspberryToffeeBlackcurrant
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.21/oz
74Expect Toffee, Chocolate, and Nuts from this washed natural blend.
Caparao, Todosantarita, BR · Washed Natural Blend
MediumToffeeChocolateNutty+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.09/oz
74Expect Cherry, Lemongrass, and Cooked Apple from this washed / natural.
CO · Washed / Natural
MediumCherryHerbApple+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.95/oz
73Washed And Natural lot with Roasted Macadamia, Dark Chocolate, and Amaretto in the cup.
Washed And Natural
DarkNuttyDark ChocolateCaramel+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.65/oz
73Expect Citrus, Lime, and Dragonfruit from this washed.
Kirinyaga, KE · Washed
Medium-LightCitrusLimeTropical Fruit
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.21/oz
73Washed lot with Raspberry, Toffee, and Blackcurrant in the cup.
Nyeri, KE · Washed
Medium-LightRaspberryToffeeBlackcurrant
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.21/oz
73Citrus, Lime, and Dragonfruit on a washed build.
Kirinyaga, KE · Washed
LightCitrusLimeTropical Fruit
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.21/oz
73Cupping notes point toward Roasted Macadamia, Dark Chocolate, and Amaretto.
DarkNuttyDark ChocolateCaramel+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.65/oz
73Blackcurrant, Berries, and Dried Fruit on a washed build.
KE · Washed
BlackcurrantBerryDried Fruit+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.25/oz
73Washed lot with Blackcurrant, Berries, and Dried Fruit in the cup.
KE · Washed
Black CurrantBerryDried Fruit+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.25/oz
70Stewed Plum, Citrus, and Peanut Butter on a washed build.
Washed
MediumPlumCitrusPeanut+3
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.65/oz
69Expect Stewed Plum, Citrus, and Peanut Butter from this washed and natural.
Washed And Natural
MediumPlumCitrusPeanut+3
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.65/oz
Archived (18)
79Washed lot with Orange Blossom, Lime, and Butterscotch in the cup.
Boquete, PA · Washed
Medium-LightOrange BlossomLimeButterscotch+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$11.84/oz
Out of stock
79Tangerine, Berry Candy, and Mint on a natural build.
Huila, CO · Natural
OrangeBerryHerb
Well-reviewed roaster
$6.68/oz
Out of stock
79Natural lot with Guava, Berry, and Chocolate in the cup.
Santa Rosa, GT · Natural
GuavaBerryChocolate+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$4.30/oz
Out of stock
78Expect Lime Cordial, Orange, and Blackcurrant from this washed.
Huila, CO · Washed
LimeOrangeBlackcurrant
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.88/oz
Out of stock
78Natural lot with Tangerine, Berry Candy, and Mint in the cup.
Huila, CO · Natural
OrangeBerryHerb
Well-reviewed roaster
$6.68/oz
Out of stock
78Natural lot with Cherry Ripe, Cocoa, and Almond in the cup.
Huila, CO · Natural
CherryCocoaAlmond
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.93/oz
Out of stock
78Expect Cherry Ripe, Cocoa, and Almond from this natural.
Huila, CO · Natural
CherryCocoaAlmond
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.87/oz
Out of stock
78Cooked Apple, Sugarcane, and Toffee on a washed build.
Huila, CO · Washed
AppleSugarcaneToffee+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.87/oz
Out of stock
77Washed lot with Citrus, Blackberry, and Cherry Tomato in the cup.
Kiambu, KE · Washed
Medium-LightCitrusBlackberryTomato
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.31/oz
Out of stock
76Expect Lime, Brown Sugar, and Sweet Herbs from this washed.
Cusco, PE · Washed
MediumLimeBrown SugarHerb
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.20/oz
Out of stock
76Lime, Brown Sugar, and Sweet Herbs on a washed build.
Cusco, PE · Washed
Medium-LightLimeBrown SugarHerb
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.04/oz
Out of stock
73Roasted Macadamia, Dark Chocolate, and Amaretto on a washed and natural build.
Washed And Natural
Medium-DarkDark ChocolateCaramelCocoa Powder
Well-reviewed roaster
$0.96/oz
Out of stock
73Expect Stewed Plum, Citrus, and Peanut Butter from this washed and natural.
Washed And Natural
MediumPlumCitrusPeanut Butter+3
Well-reviewed roaster
$0.96/oz
Out of stock
73Expect Berry, Winey, and Stonefruit from this natural.
Gedeo, ET · Natural
Medium-LightBerryWineyStone Fruit+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.28/oz
Out of stock
73Berry, Winey, and Stonefruit on a natural build.
Yirgacheffe, ET · Natural
BerryWineyStone Fruit+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.28/oz
Out of stock
73Cooked Citrus, White Grape, and Dried Fruit on a red honey build.
ET · Red Honey
CitrusGrapeDried Fruit
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.28/oz
Out of stock
73Cooked Citrus, White Grape, and Dried Fruit on a red honey build.
ET · Red Honey
CitrusGrapeDried Fruit
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.28/oz
Out of stock
72Washed / Natural lot with Cherry, Lemongrass, and Cooked Apple in the cup.
Washed / Natural
CherryAppleMilk Chocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.12/oz
Out of stock
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