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African espresso blend — Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia. Bright, fruity, complex. A completely different kind of dark shot.

Roast Medium-Dark
Body Medium
Notes Cherry · Grapefruit · Cardamom · Brown sugar · Floral · Berry
Finish Smooth, bright
Kenya · Tanzania · Ethiopia (blend)—Three African origins. Kenya from Ena co-op, 300 smallholder farmers at 1,600–1,800m. Tanzania Peaberry from the Southern Highlands. Ethiopia natural process from Sidama, 2,000–2,200m heirloom varietals.
Best forEspressoPour OverDrip

If you want something more aggressive than a typical dark roast, this is it. RED ALERT! pulls from Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania, each bringing something distinct. Dark roast, but Bright and structured underneath. Complex without overpowering. Works as espresso, moka pot, or strong drip. Built for espresso drinkers who want complexity and brightness, not just body. Perfect if you like dark roast with the character and complexity of a medium roast. Brighter, sharper espresso with more bite.

Roast: Med-Dark  |  Body: Medium-full  |  Finish: Structured, clean

Best for: Espresso, moka pot, bold drip, turkish

Roast level:  Med-Dark
Style: African espresso blend
Flavor notes: caramel, vanilla, floral, dark berry, citrus peel, cocoa, warm spice
Body: 🚀🚀🚀🚀 — dark, structured, energetic
Finish: commanding and focused

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RED ALERT! — African Espresso Blend — Medium Dark Roast

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