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Light Roast |
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After about 7 minutes the beans “pop” and double in size, and light roasting is achieved. American mass-market roasters typically stop here.
Surface: Dry Flavor: Light-bodied and somewhat sour, grassy, and snappy |
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Medium Roast |
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At nine to 11 minutes the beans reach this roast, which U.S. specialty sellers tend to prefer.
Surface: Dry Flavor: A bit sweeter than light roast; full body balanced by acid snap, aroma, and complexity |
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Dark Roast |
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After 12 to 13 minutes the beans begin hissing and popping again, and oils rise to the surface.
Surface: Slightly shiny Flavor: Somewhat spicy; complexity is traded for rich chocolaty body, aroma is exchanged for sweetness |
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