Belle Espresso

I gotten into espresso about 8-9 months ago. Still learning both of my machines - one is a lever one is a dual boiler with flow control - and both of my grinders - conical and flat burr (latter is single dose) - to make consistently great espresso/milk drinks.
With this particular coffee I was able to extract very balanced and deliciously berry tasting espresso with the lever machine (13.5g in 49mm basket). The coffee almost choked the machine and only tarted dripping after release at about 20 sec. However this extraction was just pure joy and nice chocolate and berry notes. The other machine resulted in heavier almost burned extraction, however when used for cappuccino it became very nicely balanced, a bit more coffee vs milk tasting, with cocoa and chocolate and distantly berry notes. Lovely. The biggest surprise was making an Americano, which I almost never drink. It was superbly delicious, although I filled only half of the mug with hot water. It was a bit more concentrated this way and superbly jam-like. Berry notes were a bit more pronounced. Overall very happy with this coffee!

I hate to say that I’m a coffee snob but I am. I try many kinds and travel to many places only to come back to Klatch. The Belle has a wonderful body and a richness that’s only enhanced even more when paired with dairy or a non-dairy alternative. It has no acidic aftertaste. When I drink it plain, in an americano or latte, I get one of this Ratatouille moments. For those who’ve seen it, you’ll know what I mean.

I was always a fan of the World's Best Espresso, as it wasn't too bright but yet, not too dark with a perfect body. I recently tried out a few more of klatch's blends and single origins and must say the Belle is astounding. 18.5g in, 40g out at 35 sec. It's like liquid honey with a hint of red fruits, quite sweet in the finish!

Use this one for Latte, goes great with milk based drinks

Tasting notes are spot on. You can smell the blackberry and chocolate even when grinding. The favors match the nose. Low acidity and low bitterness. Delightful.

Belle Espresso

This coffee has an actual flavor to it. All the other beans I’ve bought my wife and I couldn’t really taste much of a difference. But we can taste a distinct difference in these beans, and it tastes amazing! 10/10 would recommend.

Belle Espresso

Belle is our favorite!

I have tried all of the Klatch "espresso" roasts and by far Belle is my favorite. It's smooth and robust. Perfect beans for making Mochas.