Light Medium Roast Coffee, Essenza Blend Essenza is a light-medium roast with honey, citrus, stone fruit, caramel, and floral notes. Ethiopian Yirgacheffe contributes bright fruit and aromatics, while Colombian coffee adds caramel sweetness and balance. The result is a clean, lively cup with a medium-light body and a crisp finish. Best for: Pour-over, drip coffee, AeroPress, and fruit-forward espresso. Every green coffee lot used in Essenza is independently third-party tested for mycotoxins, mold, yeast, and heavy metals before roasting. Only lots that pass enter our roastery. Essenza is roasted in small batches in Dearborn, Michigan. The roast date is printed on every bag, and orders ship within days of roasting for verifiable freshness. Essenza at a Glance Flavor notes: Honey, citrus, stone fruit, caramel, floral Origins: Ethiopian Yirgacheffe and Colombian Huila coffee Roast level: Light-medium Body: Medium-light Acidity: Bright and lively Best uses: Pour-over, drip, AeroPress, and espresso Testing standard: Independently screened before roasting What to Expect in the Cup Use Essenza when you want more fruit and clarity than a traditional medium roast without losing sweetness or balance. Pour-over emphasizes citrus, stone fruit, and floral notes. Drip brewing produces a balanced cup with honey and caramel sweetness. As espresso, it delivers a brighter shot with a clean finish. Tested Before Roasting, Shipped Fresh Independent lot testing comes before roasting. Small-batch production helps maintain the intended flavor profile. A printed roast date shows exactly when the coffee was roasted, and fast fulfillment reduces warehouse aging. Learn more about our Sourcing Standards and mold-free coffee program, or explore more coffee from our Dearborn roastery.