ethiopia + brazil + peru coffee
The Narrows Espresso Blend
by bluebeard coffee roasters · tacoma, usa
you'll taste lemon before grapefruit. this is the narrows espresso blend, a washed ethiopia + brazil + peru from bluebeard coffee roasters.
lemongrapefruitcitrus zestcaramelmilk chocolatedark chocolatebaking spicespice
the bean
- origin
- ethiopia + brazil + peru
- region
- mogiana
- process
- washed
- status
- in stock
the narrows espresso blend from bluebeard coffee roasters combines beans from ethiopia, brazil, and peru, with the brazilian component sourced from the mogiana region. all components are washed processed, which tends to highlight cleaner, brighter flavors. in the cup expect citrus-forward brightness, lemon and grapefruit up front with citrus zest, then caramel and milk chocolate rounding into dark chocolate and baking spice on the finish. built as an espresso blend, it's best pulled as a shot or used as the base for milk-based drinks where the caramel and chocolate notes hold their own against dairy.
common questions
What does The Narrows Espresso Blend taste like?
it leads with lemon, grapefruit, and citrus zest, then moves into caramel, milk chocolate, and dark chocolate, finishing with baking spice. the washed process keeps those citrus notes clean and well-defined.
How is The Narrows Espresso Blend grown and processed?
it blends beans from ethiopia, brazil (mogiana region), and peru, all processed using the washed method. washed processing removes the fruit before drying, which generally produces a cleaner cup with more pronounced acidity.
How should I brew The Narrows Espresso Blend?
it's formulated as an espresso blend, so an espresso machine will give you the most from it, whether as a straight shot or in milk-based drinks. the caramel and chocolate notes pair well with steamed milk.
about bluebeard coffee roasters
the thing about bluebeard coffee roasters on 6th avenue is how they've made tacoma regulars forget that starbucks exists. sure, 1,024 google reviews averaging 4.6 stars tells part of the story. but walk in and you'll understand the real draw. their beans carry that particular weight good roasters achieve, not burnt, not weak, but developed with the patience that comes from actually caring about coffee instead of quarterly profits. the baristas know your order before you finish saying it. not because they're trying to be cute, but because you've been coming here long enough that your morning cortado is just part of the routine. there's something piratical about the name that fits tacoma's port city grit. this isn't precious third-wave posturing. it's honest coffee for people who want their caffeine delivered with competence and maybe a brief conversation about the rain.
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