Seems that Tom, over at Sweet Maria's, prefers his espresso lighter than I do. The lighter coffee roasts - stopped before, or just at, second crack - on my equipment set-up - do have more flavor - but, I don't like them as much as roasting longer - somewhat into second crack in my Behmor - and drank as espresso singles - or, as cappuccino. Maybe too much acid and fruit in the lighter roasts, for my buds?

Howard

Maybe I lucked out on my roast, but I really enjoyed this blend. I agree that it needs at least 4 days rest, but I found this be a very smooth very enjoyable coffee. Why does coffee always have to taste like something radical and completely describable to be considered good? It seems like if it is not a "chocolate bomb" or some high strung fruited flavor, than it is worthless to many around here. I found this blend to be very enjoyable on its own and made a nice macchiato as well. Maybe the flavors are more subtle and not so in your face, but they are there for sure.