Not ratedRoaster flags Cherry, Syrupy, and Panela in the cup.
Chiapas, MX
Medium-LightCherryOverall SweetPanela
$1.67/oz
Roaster
Mr. Espresso
Oakland, CAmrespresso.com ↗
- Coffees in catalog
- 31
- Also available
- 0
- Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
- 54.6
- Reddit sentiment
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OriginsIDCOGTMXCDET
How Cherry’s Index is calculatedavg coverage 18% · 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.
- Reddit—weight 18%
- YouTube80/100weight 10%
Per-lot signals (averaged)
Vary across lots; averaged over 31 in-stock lots.
- SCA gradenot on file · weight 25%
- Coffee Review33.8/1004/31 lots · weight 20%
- Buyer reviewsnot on file · weight 12%
- Cherrybook reader ratingsnot on file · weight 5%
- Transparency31.9/10031/31 lots · weight 5%
Bonuses earned (per lot)
- editorial cluster31/31
- stale decay30/31
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.
On YouTube
2 videos · 3k combined views
Outside coverage characterizes Mr. Espresso as a long-standing, family-owned institution in the Oakland coffee scene. Reviewers highlight their distinct commitment to traditional Italian roasting techniques, specifically the use of oak wood as a fuel source. The company is recognized for its dual focus on providing both specialized roasting services and comprehensive espresso equipment support for the hospitality industry.
Traditional oak wood roasting methodItalian heritage and influenceFamily-owned business modelSpecialized espresso equipment servicesDeep roots in the Bay Area market
From Mr. Espresso
Coverage from others
Flagship cafe
The Caffè by Mr. Espresso
696 3rd Street, Oakland, CA
Open in maps →The Caffè by Mr. Espresso is their flagship coffee bar located at their headquarters in Oakland.
The catalog
31 in stock
Not rated
Not ratedExpect Mulling Spices, Cranberry, and Date from this wet-hulled.
Aceh, ID · Wet-Hulled
Medium-LightSpicesCranberryDate
$1.58/oz
Not ratedJasmine, Raspberry, and Chamomile on a wet-hulled build.
Aceh, ID · Wet-Hulled
MediumJasmineRaspberryChamomile+1
$2.33/oz
Not ratedExpect Passion Fruit, Kiwi, and Papaya from this natural.
West Java, ID · Natural
LightPassion FruitKiwiPapaya+1
$1.67/oz
Not ratedExpect Crisp Mandarin, Hibiscus, and Dark Plum from this washed.
South Kivu, CD · Washed
LightTangerineHibiscusPlum+1
$2.08/oz
Not ratedNatural lot with Strawberry, Guava, and Meyer Lemon in the cup.
Sidama Zone, ET · Natural
LightStrawberryGuavaLemon
$1.75/oz
Not ratedDark Caramels, Subtle Citrus Acidity, and Velvety Body on a washed build.
Tolima, CO · Washed
DarkCaramelizedCitrusOverall Sweet
$1.50/oz
Not ratedFloral, Pronounced Acidity, and Creamy Mouthfeel on a washed build.
Tolima, CO · Washed
LightFloral
$1.50/oz
Not ratedThink Brazil Nut, Nutmeg, and Pear Brandy.
MediumHazelnutNutmegOther Fruit
$1.67/oz
Not ratedSmooth, Well Balanced, and Medium Body on a washed build.
Washed
MediumOverall Sweet
$1.42/oz
Not ratedCupping notes point toward Cocoa, Licorice, and Bold.
MediumCocoaAniseCaramelized+1
$1.58/oz
Not ratedThink Dark Chocolate, Hazelnut, and Caramel.
Dark ChocolateHazelnutNutty+2
$1.35/oz
Not ratedCupping notes point toward Pungent, Smoky, and Deep.
DarkPungentSmokyDark Chocolate+3
$1.33/oz
Not ratedThink Mandarin, Creamy, and Honeysuckle.
GT
Medium-LightOrangeHoneysuckleOverall Sweet
$1.50/oz
Not ratedCupping notes point toward Smoky, Caramel, and Mild Fruit Notes.
Medium-DarkSmokyCaramelizedOther Fruit
$1.33/oz
Not ratedRoaster flags Creamy Chocolate, Graham Cracker, and Mild Sweetness in the cup.
MediumChocolateGrainOverall Sweet
$1.50/oz
Not ratedThink Caramel, Brown Sugar, and Mandarin.
Medium-LightCaramelizedBrown SugarOrange+1
$1.50/oz
Not ratedCupping notes point toward Smoky, Dark Molasses, and Pipe Tobacco.
DarkSmokyMolassesPipe Tobacco
$1.33/oz
Not ratedCupping notes point toward Caramel, Praline, and Smooth.
MediumCaramelizedNuttyAnise
$1.50/oz
Not rated
Not ratedThink Ample Bodied, Forest Floor, and Licorice.
Medium-DarkHerbOther Fruit
$1.42/oz
Not ratedThink Sweet Chocolate, Butterscotch, and Elegant.
MediumChocolateButterscotch
$1.42/oz
Not ratedThink Chocolate, Caramel, and Butterscotch.
MediumChocolateCaramelButterscotch
$1.50/oz
Not ratedThink Smoky, Caramel Syrup, and Silky.
DarkSmokyCaramelizedCitrus
$1.42/oz
Not ratedCupping notes point toward Sweet Chocolate, Vanilla, and Cherry.
MediumChocolateVanillaCherry+1
$1.33/oz
Not ratedThink Light Smokiness, Velvety Body, and Caramel Finish.
Medium-DarkSmokyCaramelized
$1.42/oz
Not ratedRoaster flags Rich, Smoky, and Low Toned Acidity in the cup.
DarkSmoky
$1.42/oz
Not ratedRoaster flags Cashew, Raspberry Jam, and Complex in the cup.
Medium-LightNuttyRaspberry
$1.42/oz
Not ratedRoaster flags Dark Chocolate, Wildflower Honey, and Graham Cracker in the cup.
GT
DarkDark ChocolateHoneyCereal
$1.50/oz
Not ratedCupping notes point toward Chocolate Fudge, Praline, and Toffee.
Medium-DarkChocolateNuttyCaramelized
$1.50/oz
Not ratedRoaster flags Dark Chocolate, Hazelnut, and Caramel in the cup.
Medium-DarkDark ChocolateHazelnutCaramelized
$1.33/oz
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