75Anaerobic Natural lot with Grape Soda, Cardamom, and Sparkling Red Wine in the cup.
Western Region, UG · Anaerobic Natural
GrapeCardamomWiney+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.03/oz
Roaster
Presta Coffee Roasters
Tucson, AZwww.prestacoffee.com ↗
- Coffees in catalog
- 8
- Also available
- 4
- Avg Cherry's Index (limited data)
- 72.0
- Reddit sentiment
- 75/100
FreshnessRoasts to order · ships in ~2d
OriginsCOETMXUGPEGT
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.
- Reddit75/100weight 18%
- YouTube85/100weight 10%
Per-lot signals (averaged)
Vary across lots; averaged over 8 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%
- Transparency68.8/1008/8 lots · weight 5%
Bonuses earned (per lot)
- stale decay5/8
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
Well-regarded· sentiment 75/100
Presta Coffee Roasters is recognized as a solid specialty roaster in the Tucson area. While mentions are brief and often incidental to broader discussions about Arizona coffee or brewing equipment, the community views them as a reputable local option. There is no evidence of negative sentiment or quality concerns.
Tucson-based roasterreputable local specialty optionconsistent quality
On YouTube
4 videos · 6k combined views
Outside coverage portrays Presta Coffee Roasters as a community-centric pillar of the Tucson coffee scene that balances approachable local hospitality with a sophisticated approach to sourcing. Reviewers highlight the roaster's willingness to experiment with unique processing methods, such as co-fermented Colombian lots. The brand is frequently associated with high-end, specialty-grade offerings like Geisha varieties that encourage home brewers to engage in detailed experimentation.
Tucson community focusco-fermentation expertisehigh-end varietal sourcingencouragement of home experimentationaccessible specialty education
Coverage from others
- 2k views
Coffee Scene - Episode 1 | Tucson, AZ: Presta w/ Curtis Zimmerman
Coffee Scene
- 1k views
Fellow's Take on the Presta Co-Ferment Box Set | Brew Guide
Fellow
- 1k views
I’m ready for specialty Coffee | Presta Coffee Tucson AZ
Hoon's Coffee
- 1k views
Pour over coffee V60 | Colombia Geisha | Presta Coffee Roasters Tucson AZ
Hoon's Coffee
Flagship cafe
The Mercado
100 S. Avenida del Convento, Tucson, AZ
Open in maps →Identified as the original Presta location.
The catalog
8 in stock · 6 archived
75
74Natural lot with Raspberry Lemonade, Black Cherry, and Sugar Cane in the cup.
Tolima, CO · Natural
RaspberryCitrusCherry+3
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.11/oz
74Apple Blossom, Bergamot, and Lemon on a washed build.
Cajamarca, PE · Washed
FloralBergamotLemon+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.34/oz
73Green Apple, Milk Chocolate, and Almond on a washed build.
Huehuetenango, GT · Washed
AppleChocolateAlmond+5
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.48/oz
73Think Vanilla, Panella, and Dark Chocolate.
Tolima, CO
VanillaBrown SugarDark Chocolate+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.56/oz
71Expect Blackberry, Raisin, and Red Wine from this anaerobic natural.
Los Santos, CR · Anaerobic Natural
BlackberryRaisinWiney+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.11/oz
69Washed Natural Blend lot with Pear, White Peach, and Green Apple in the cup.
Washed Natural Blend
PearPeachApple+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.44/oz
67Roaster flags Cherry Pie, Semi Sweet Chocolate, and Vanilla in the cup.
CherryChocolateVanilla+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.33/oz
Also available · subscriptions, sample packs, gear
70Expect Butterscotch, Almond, and Creamy Chocolate from this washed.
Chiapas, MX · Washed
CaramelizedAlmondChocolate
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.80/oz
68Cupping notes point toward Pink Starburst, Watermelon Candy, and Blood Orange.
WatermelonCandyOrange+3
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.87/oz
67Juicy Citrus, Velvety Body, and Sweet Finish on a washed build.
Washed
Light
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.80/oz
66Think Balanced, Chocolatey, and Sweet.
ChocolateOverall Sweet
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.33/oz
Archived (6)
75Blood Orange, Dark Chocolate, and Blueberry on a anaerobic natural build.
Guji, ET · Anaerobic Natural
OrangeDark ChocolateBlueberry+3
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.34/oz
Out of stock
74Dragon Fruit, Orange Blossom, and Dark Chocolate on a anaerobic natural build.
Huila, CO · Anaerobic Natural
Medium-LightDragon FruitOrangeDark Chocolate+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.56/oz
Out of stock
74Kiwi, Stone Fruit, and Blueberry on a anaerobic natural build.
Guji, ET · Anaerobic Natural
KiwiStone FruitBlueberry+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.11/oz
Out of stock
74Experimental lot with Blueberry Pie, White Mocha, and Graham Cracker Crust in the cup.
Antioquia, CO · Experimental
LightBlueberryWhite ChocolateGraham Cracker+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.19/oz
Out of stock
74Natural lot with Blueberry, Lemongrass, and Peach in the cup.
Guji, ET · Natural
BlueberryHerbPeach+2
Well-reviewed roaster
$1.80/oz
Out of stock
74Washed lot with Cola, White Grape, and Hibiscus in the cup.
Chiapas, MX · Washed
ColaGrapeHibiscus+1
Well-reviewed roaster
$2.03/oz
Out of stock
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