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Intelligentsia Coffee

Roaster of the YearRoast Magazine · 2013Price-transparentSCTG data donor
Coffees in catalog
29
Also available
6
Avg Northscore
67.6
Reddit sentiment
65/100
FreshnessRoasts to order · ships in ~3d
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Community reputation · Reddit

Mixed reviews· sentiment 65/100

Intelligentsia is widely recognized as a foundational "third wave" roaster, often used as a benchmark for espresso, particularly their Black Cat blend. While they are a staple in the specialty coffee scene, some enthusiasts view them as a "gateway" roaster that has become more commercialized over time. Users generally appreciate the consistency of their classic offerings, though some report difficulty dialing in specific extractions to avoid acidity or thin body.

classic third-wave roasterBlack Cat blend as a benchmarkwidely available in retailcan be challenging to dial inoften viewed as a 'gateway' brand
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On YouTube · Reviewers discussing Intelligentsia Coffee

YouTube reviewers have published 8 popular videos about Intelligentsia Coffee (23,534,912 combined views). Channels include 12 for 12, Chris D'Elia, Coffeeology and others.

Flagship cafe

Broadway Coffeebar

3123 N Broadway, Chicago, IL

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The Broadway Coffeebar is listed first among their Chicago locations.

The catalog

29 in stock · 141 archived

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Kenya Kii AA
70

Washed lot with Ruby Red Grapefruit, Persimmon, and Cranberry in the cup.

Kirinyaga, KE / Washed

Medium-LightGrapefruitPersimmonCranberry
ROTY 2013 roaster
$1.92/oz
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