75Experimental; taste data is still thin.
Experimental
Roaster
Community reputation · Reddit
Well-regarded· sentiment 75/100
Dark Matter Coffee is recognized as a well-regarded Chicago-based roaster. Their 'Unicorn Blood' blend is frequently cited by enthusiasts, particularly within espresso-focused communities, as a reliable and enjoyable staple. Discussions generally frame the roaster as a solid, established choice for those seeking quality beans.
On YouTube · Reviewers discussing Dark Matter Coffee
YouTube reviewers have published 8 popular videos about Dark Matter Coffee (2,080,548 combined views). Channels include Coffee Breath, Coffee Reviews, Dark Matter Coffee and others.
Coffee Roasting Explained
James Hoffmann
Chicago’s Specialty Coffee Scene
Kurasu Kyoto (Global)
Coffee Breath S1/E4: The One In Chicago
Coffee Breath
Dark Matter Coffee Presents: Get Freshly Roasted
Dark Matter Coffee
European Coffee Roasters Tier List 2.0 (Part I)
Coffee Reviews
Dark Matter Presents: Holidank
Dark Matter Coffee
"Dark Matter Machine" by Jason Brammer
jasonbrammerart
"I Love My Job" Dark Matter Coffee
Weigel Digital
Flagship cafe
The Mothership
738 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
Open in maps →The Mothership is listed first among their many Chicago retail locations.
The catalog
75Experimental; taste data is still thin.
Experimental
72Cupping notes point toward Nectarine, Molasses, and Pomegranate.
69Think Melon, Nougat, and Cinnamon.
69Roaster flags Cherry, Praline, and Semi Sweet Chocolate in the cup.
69Think Peanut Butter, Orange Marmalade, and Milk Chocolate.
69Chocolate Chip, Almond, and Brown Sugar on a washed build.
HN / Washed
69Think Fruity and Voluptuous.
67Think Baker's Chocolate, Toasted Marshmallow, and Almond.
67Roaster flags Pear, Vanilla, and Almond in the cup.
67Roaster flags Peach Rings, Dank Berry, and Chocolate in the cup.
67Green Grape, Caramel, and Bosc Pear on a experimental build.
GT / Experimental
67Cupping notes point toward Peach Rings, Dank Berry, and Chocolate.
67Think Cocoa, Walnut, and Toffee.
67Roaster flags Dutch Cocoa, Cherry, and Praline in the cup.
67Roaster flags Brownie, Vanilla, and Almond in the cup.
67Cupping notes point toward Cocoa, Walnut, and Cherry.
64Cupping notes point toward Vanilla and Cocoa.
64Think Melon, Nougat, and Cinnamon.
64Dark Chocolate, Burnt Sugar, and Dried Fruit on a washed build.
Washed
61Think Hops.
61Think Plum, Dark Chocolate, and Floral.
CO
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75Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
75Think Cherry, Praline, and Semi Sweet Chocolate.
75Cupping notes point toward Cocoa, Walnut, and Cherry.
75Think Cocoa, Almond, and Iced Tea W/lemon.
75Not much signal yet — the detail page has what we know.
75Taste data is still sparse; open the detail page before judging this lot.
75Think Cocoa, Walnut, and Toffee.
75Roaster flags Brownie, Vanilla, and Almond in the cup.
75Swiss Water Processed lot with Plum, Dark Chocolate, and Floral in the cup.
CO / Swiss Water Processed
75Roaster flags Dutch Cocoa, Cherry, and Praline in the cup.
75Roaster flags Molasses, Bakers Chocolate, and Pear in the cup.
72Think Plum, Walnut, and Brownie.
69Roaster flags Plum, Walnut, and Brownie in the cup.
69Green Grape, Caramel, and Bosc Pear on a experimental build.
GT / Experimental