How to choose the right coffee bean roasting degree

Choosing the right roast degree for your coffee beans is an important task because it directly affects the coffee flavor you enjoy. Different roast degrees will bring different flavor characteristics and taste experiences. There are several key factors to consider when choosing the roast degree of coffee beans that suits your taste.

First, it is important to understand the effects of various roasting degrees on the flavor and acidity of coffee beans. Light roasting usually retains more of the original coffee bean characteristics, such as acidity, floral and fruity aromas. Medium roasting balances the original flavor with dark cocoa or nutty flavors. Dark roasting makes bitter, chocolate or woody characteristics stand out.

Secondly, when choosing coffee beans that suit your taste, you also need to consider your personal preferences and the time period when you drink coffee. If you like fresh, bright coffee with a distinct acidic feel and easy to get started with, you can choose a light to medium roast (Cinnamon to City). If you like rich, strong coffee, a medium to dark roast (Full City to French) may be more suitable for you. In addition, if you usually drink coffee in the morning or during the day, a lighter roast may better meet your needs for a fresh taste; while when you enjoy coffee in the evening or as a dessert, a dark roast will bring more rich and complex flavors.

Finally, when choosing coffee beans that suit your taste, you also need to consider the pairing with drinks. Different types and degrees of roasting can complement different types and methods of making drinks. For example, light to medium roasted beans (Cinnamon to City) can be paired with cold brewed iced coffee, hand-brewed or filtered brewing methods to produce a fresh, bright and fruity single product; while medium to dark (Full City+) can be used for milk-based drinks such as espresso and latte, and can be added with chocolate or other seasonings to create a complex flavor.