Best Light Roast Coffee
Light roasts showcase the unique characteristics of their origin — expect bright acidity, floral aromatics, and fruit-forward flavors. These are the highest-rated light roasts available online.
20 coffees · Last updated
Homestead
Stumptown Coffee Roasters · Blend
Homestead is a light, seasonal blend of our finest Direct Trade coffees. Sweet, balanced, and delicious — the perfect cup to savor.
Roaster quality score of 95
Sipacapa
Counter Culture Coffee · Guatemala
A solid delicate light roast worth getting to know. Washed certifications: organic, kosher from Guatemala at 1,895m elevation. Roasted by Counter Culture Coffee.
Roaster quality score of 95
Mpemba
Counter Culture Coffee · Blend
The village of Mpemba, a tiny and tranquil hamlet tucked into the rolling hills of Burundi’s Kayanza province, is home to the Kazoza N’Ikawa cooperative. In the Kirundi language, Kazoza N’Ikawa translates to “the future is coffee”—a name hinting at the commitment to quality exemplified by its members. The coffees we buy from the co-op are not only our favorites from Burundi but across the entire region. This washed lot exhibits all of the hallmarks that make Burundian coffees so unique. Look for
Roaster quality score of 95
Finca Virgen de Copacabana
Counter Culture Coffee · Bolivia
A delicate light roast with a character all its own. Washed certifications: organic, kosher from Bolivia. Roasted by Counter Culture Coffee.
Roaster quality score of 95
Montecarlos, El Salvador
George Howell Coffee · El Salvador
Sunny orange notes with tea-like elegance — a delicate light roast that's easy to love. Naturally processed from El Salvador. Roasted by George Howell Coffee.
Roaster quality score of 95
Daterra Sundrop, Brazil
George Howell Coffee · Brazil
A delicate light roast led by date-like natural sweetness — simple and satisfying. Naturally processed from Brazil. Roasted by George Howell Coffee.
Roaster quality score of 95
Mexico Mazateca Mujeres
Onyx Coffee Lab · Mexico
This delicate light roast brings comfort in every cup. Washed from Mexico. Roasted by Onyx Coffee Lab.
Roaster quality score of 95
Colombia - Gesha
Big Shoulders Coffee · Colombia
A delicate light roast bringing peachy and smooth and apricot-sweet warmth together beautifully. Natural colombia - gesha 12oz / whole bean - $35.00 12oz / f from Colombia at 1,910m elevation (Gesha variety). Scored 93 points by CoffeeReview. Roasted by Big Shoulders Coffee.
Roaster quality score of 94
Honduras Sagastume Family Natural
57g sampleOnyx Coffee Lab · Honduras
A delicate light roast with a character all its own. Naturally processed from Honduras. Roasted by Onyx Coffee Lab.
Roaster quality score of 95
Panama Savage Coffees Gesha
57g sampleOnyx Coffee Lab · Panama
A delicate light roast with a character all its own. Washed from Panama. Roasted by Onyx Coffee Lab.
Roaster quality score of 95
?Costa Rica, El Salitre
The Well Coffee Roasters · Chirripo, El Salitre
Farmer: John Alvarado Fonseca Region: Chirripo Process: Natural Varietal: Catuai Sourcing Partner: Direct Trade Roast Level: Light Tasting Notes: Strawberry, Fig, Lemon
?The Founder - Single Origin Ethiopian
Sumato Coffee Co. · Yirgacheffe
Bright, floral Ethiopian light roast from Yirgacheffe. Naturally processed and perfect for visionaries, creatives, and bold morning strategy sessions.
?Rowena Crest | Ethiopia | Light Roast | Fruity
Touring Coffee Roasters · Yirgacheffe
100% Arabica, single origin. This Ethiopian Yirgacheffe wash is a fruit forward coffee with a delightful berry and cream finish.
?Costa Rica, La Cumbre
The Well Coffee Roasters · Los Santos, La Cumbre
Farmer: Minor Jimenez Region: Los Santos Process: Washed Reposado Varietal: Catuai Sourcing Partner: Direct Trade Roast Level: Light Tasting Notes: Dried Fruit, Cashew, Cinnamon
?Ethiopian - Single Origin
URBAN SAILOR COFFEE · Guji
This is a Single Origin Ethiopia Grade 1 Guji. This high-scoring natural process coffee has tasting notes that include berry, plum, praline and floral. Its a light-medium Nordic-style roasted coffee t
?ORGANIC MEXICO CHIAPAS
Rimini Coffee · Chiapas
Single Origin ROAST | Light Roast PROFILE | Hazelnut, Brown Sugar, Maple, and Apple ORIGIN | Mexico, Chiapas PROCESS | Fully Washed and Dried in the Sun CERTIFICATION | Organic · · · · · · ·
?Ethiopia Alo Faficho Natural
Be Bright Coffee · Sidama, Alo Village, Tamiru Tadesse
From the highlands of Sidama, this coffee from Alo Village and Tamiru Tadesse is vibrant and expressive. Thoughtful processing and a light roast highlight juicy fruit, delicate florals, and a clean, s
?BRAZIL IPE AMARELO
Rimini Coffee · Ipé Amarelo
Single Origin ROAST | Light Roast PROFILE | Brown Sugar, Cocoa, Peanut Butter, Honey, and Red Currant ORIGIN | Brazil PROCESS | Natural · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·
?HONDURAS FINCA BENEDICION DE DIOS
Rimini Coffee · Montecillas, La Paz, Finca Benedicion de Dios
Single Origin ROAST | Light Roast PROFILE | Red Berry, Cherry, Fruity, Floral, and Ripe Strawberry ORIGIN | Honduras, Montecillas, La Paz PROCESS | Natural GROWER | Denis Orlando Castillo Flo
?Brazil - Single Origin
URBAN SAILOR COFFEE · Serra Negra
This is a Single Origin Brazil Serra Negra. This natural process coffee has tasting notes that include peanuts and citrus fruit. Its a light-medium Nordic-style roasted coffee that works well for drip