79Washed lot with Cocoa, Key Lime, and White Peach in the cup.
Nariño, CO · Washed
CocoaCitrusPeach+4
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.13/oz
Roaster
Gracenote Coffee
Boston, MAgracenotecoffee.com ↗
- Coffees in catalog
- 11
- Also available
- 0
- Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
- 76.3
- Reddit sentiment
- 85/100
OriginsCOGTETKEBIPE
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 33% · 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 11 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%
- Transparency64.5/10011/11 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
Gracenote is widely regarded as a top-tier roaster in the Boston area, frequently mentioned alongside other highly respected local roasters like George Howell and Barismo. Enthusiasts often praise their natural-processed Ethiopian coffees, specifically noting "blueberry bomb" flavor profiles. While one user expressed dissatisfaction with their pricing and value proposition, the overwhelming majority of mentions are positive, highlighting their quality as a benchmark for espresso.
high-quality espresso benchmarkexcellent natural-processed coffeesBoston coffee stapleblueberry flavor notesfrequently recommended by locals
Threads cited (10)
- r/Coffee · ↑ · Boston is a great coffee town!
- r/espresso · ↑ · Espresso shops around the world worth visiting
- r/Coffee · ↑ · Bag of beans and no grinder in Paris.
- r/espresso · ↑ · Shout out to Gracenote coffee in Boston
- r/Coffee · ↑ · Best coffee in Boston?
- r/Coffee · ↑ · Black Lion Cafe Gaithersburg MD.
- r/espresso · ↑ · Got some serious solids today - 17/35/35 Gracenote Alpha blend
- r/Coffee · ↑ · Beantown's (Boston) Best Beans
- r/Coffee · ↑ · Question regarding home espresso and grinder
- r/Coffee · ↑ · Natural Processed Coffee Recommendations
On YouTube
1 video · 5k combined views
Outside coverage identifies Gracenote Coffee as a notable destination within the Boston specialty coffee scene. Reviewers highlight the shop's distinct Australian influence on its menu and overall atmosphere. The quality of their espresso is specifically noted as a standout feature of the experience.
Australian cafe influenceHigh quality espresso focusDistinctive Boston shop atmosphereSpecialty coffee destination
Flagship cafe
Gracenote Coffee Boston Leather District
108 Lincoln Street, Boston, MA
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11 in stock
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78Washed lot with Caramel, Pear, and Toffee in the cup.
Huehuetenango, GT · Washed
MediumCaramelPearToffee+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.98/oz
78Pain Au Chocolate, Dates, and Plum on a washed build.
Huila, CO · Washed
ChocolateDatePlum+4
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.83/oz
78Natural lot with Blueberry, Lemonade, and Peach in the cup.
Guji, ET · Natural
BlueberryLemonPeach+3
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.50/oz
76Washed lot with Malted Chocolate, Yuzu Tart, and Anise in the cup.
Huehuetenango, GT · Washed
ChocolateYuzuAnise
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.98/oz
76Guava, Angel Food Cake, and Honey'd Banana on a washed build.
Muranga, KE · Washed
GuavaBananaHoney+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.58/oz
76Washed lot with Sesame Candy, Birch Beer, and Honeydew in the cup.
Nariño, CO · Washed
Sesame CandyBirch BeerHoneydew+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.13/oz
76Golden Kiwi, White Peach, and Sauvignon Blanc on a washed build.
Muyinga, BI · Washed
KiwiPeachWiney
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.50/oz
75Raspberry, Chocolate Mousse, and Blueberry Candy on a natural build.
Guji, ET · Natural
Medium-LightRaspberryChocolateBlueberry
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.00/oz
75Expect Pink Lemonade, Persimmon, and Toffee from this washed.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
CitrusPersimmonCaramel+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.50/oz
72Expect Milk Chocolate, Strawberry, and Lavender from this natural.
Natural
DarkMilk ChocolateStrawberryFloral+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.22/oz
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