Unpacking Coffee
Powdered sugar in specialty coffee presents as a delicate, sweet confectionery note with subtle vanilla undertones and a soft, almost creamy mouthfeel. This flavor is commonly found in naturally processed coffees, particularly those from East African origins like Ethiopia and Kenya, as well as in some South American beans with extended fermentation. The powdered sugar character often emerges through careful roasting that emphasizes the bean's inherent sweetness without introducing roasted or caramelized notes, creating a refined, almost dessert-like quality on the palate.
| Cupped By | @rbrigleb |
| Cupped On | Feb 14, 2026 |
| Since Roast | 5 days |
| Roaster | Black & White Coffee Roasters |
| Brew Method | Hario V60 |
| Brew Recipe | James Hoffmann's V60 Ultimate Techni... |
Quite a treat to have this to enjoy on Valentine’s Day… although I didn’t realize when I was grinding it how fresh it was!