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
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
Santafé
Counter Culture Coffee · Colombia
Think warm cocoa undertones meets bright cherry vibes. This delicate light roast hits all the right notes. Washed certifications: kosher from Colombia at 2,075m elevation. Roasted by Counter Culture Coffee.
Roaster quality score of 95
Mpemba – Natural Sundried
Counter Culture Coffee · Blend
This exquisite natural-sundried lot from the Kazoza N’Ikawa cooperative in Mpemba, Burundi, is one of our most anticipated offerings each year. When the group began experimenting with natural processing in 2014, high-quality naturals were highly uncommon in Burundi. Today, the country is known for producing some of the best natural-sundried lots in the region, and Mpemba remains our favorite. Meticulous coffee cherry selection and processing lead to dynamic and fruity flavors of fig and strawber
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
?Award-Winning Single Origin Colombian Ground Coffee - Bright & Vibrant Light Roast, 100% Arabica, 16 oz | MeloFarmX
Melofarm · Andes
Award-Winning Light Roast Colombian Ground Coffee Experience the vibrant flavors of MeloFarmX Light Roast Ground Coffee. Made from 100% Arabica beans grown at 5,600 feet in the fertile Andes, these si
?Ethiopia Guji
Caffè Lusso Coffee Roasters · Guji
Details Brew Method Tasting Notes: Blueberry & Strawberry with a delicious balanced finish. Roast Level: Light Guji coffee has been receiving a lot of attention from the specialty coffee wor
?Kenya
Dilworth Coffee · Mt. Kenya area, small farms
Grown at high altitude on small farms near Mt. Kenya, I roast these beans a touch lighter to draw out their more delicate notes. Juicy citrus and rich cocoa…irresistible! Roast level:Light-MedTastes l
?Lilac Roller
Kribi Coffee · Mount Kenya
Colorfully Bold Experience the high-quality Kenyan AA beans in Lilac Roller. This light roast offers a burst of floral, berries, and citrus notes, grown in the fertile soils around Mount Kenya. It's a
?Floral Guatemala: Light Roast
El Conecte Coffee · Acatenango Valley
Whole beans. For making pour-over, french press, and drip coffee. . Region: Acatenango Valley 🌋 Single Origin Producer: Cooperative Varieties: Caturra, Catuai & Bourbon (Denomination of Origin) 🍒
?Guatemala Antigua
Rural Coffee · Antigua
Savor Guatemala’s light roast coffee from 5,000 ft. Enjoy spicy fruit aromatics, sweet texture, and a lingering cocoa finish in every balanced cup.
?Rwanda - Nyampinga Washed
Rival Bros Coffee · Nyampinga
We are happy to bring back a light roast coffee from Yuki Minami’s Minami Agricola in Brazil. This special preparation brings us a unique take on all the things we love about Brazilian coffees, leavin