Star. Coffee and Espresso Terms

Acidity - Gives coffee a sharp, lively pleasing flavor. Acidity may be high, medium, light, low or lacking altogether in coffees, which leaves the coffee taste flat and dull.

Altitude - Coffee grown at high altitudes enjoy a lighter, more delicately balanced flavor. Low altitudes produce the full-bodied coffees.

Aroma - The fragrance of coffee. Some regions produce a more aromatic cup.

Body - Coffee may be thin, light, medium, full, heavy or even syrupy in body. Richness in flavor is the impression of weight and texture in the mouth.

Bright - Refers to the brisk, high-level of acidity present in the cup.

Earthy - Suggest a slight, sully yet smooth taste.

Full City - A common roast where the oils are just starting to break on the surface of the coffee bean.

Pungency - Strong, full-flavor. A pleasing bite you'll find stimulating to your senses.

Rich - Full and mellow in flavor. Terms used to indicate depth and complexity of flavor.

Spicy - Strong aroma and flavor giving zest to coffee.

Tangy - A sharp, distinctive, often lingering flavor.

Wild - An exciting flavor with new sensations for your mouth to experience and savor.

Winey - Denotes an exhilarating vinous acidity. Also may indicate a thick body and mellow quality.

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