Coffee Roast Lab Nicaraguan Oscuro coffee — 12 oz, whole bean, dark roast
Milk
friendly
Coffee Roast Lab Nicaraguan Oscuro coffee — Nicaragua, dark roast — dark chocolate, berry, cinnamon

Taste card

Rich, Bold, Smooth

  • Dark Chocolate
  • Berry
  • Cinnamon

Caffeine

Brew it your way

Best brewed as

  • Top pick Espresso
  • French Press
  • Drip Machine
  • Moka Pot
Nicaragua coffee origin
Single origin · Nicaragua

Nicaraguan Oscuro

$27
5.05 reviews
  • Dark Chocolate
  • Berry
  • Cinnamon
$27
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"I have tried 17 samples from this page, this is one of the best coffees I have tried."Sarah D.
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  • Roasted weekly in small batches
  • Ships within 3 business days
  • Free shipping over $70 in ON and QC

Why you'll like Nicaraguan Oscuro

  • Heavy bodyRich, Bold, Smooth
  • Milk friendlyHolds up in lattes and with sugar
  • Espresso readyThick, lasting crema
  • Low aciditySmooth on the stomach

Taste profile

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Nicaraguan Oscuro is a bold single origin coffee roasted dark to showcase richness and balance. The cup opens with deep chocolate notes, followed by roasted berry undertones and a touch of spice that adds complexity without overpowering the profile. Smooth, full-bodied, and comforting, this coffee is designed for those who enjoy darker roasts with flavour clarity and depth.

VarietyArabica
Best forEspresso, French Press

How to brew it

For espresso brewing, a slightly shorter extraction time helps preserve sweetness and berry notes while keeping darker roast bitterness balanced.

  • Top pick Espresso Fine grind 18 g in, 36 g out, 25 to 30 sec
  • Also great French Press Coarse grind 30 g, 500 ml water, steep 4 min, plunge gently
  • Also great Drip Machine Medium grind 30 g per 500 ml of water
  • Moka Pot Medium fine grind Fill the basket level, no tamping, water below the valve, low to medium heat
  • Phin Filter Medium fine grind 20 g, 100 ml water, 30 sec bloom, 4 to 5 min total
  • Pour Over Medium grind 15 g, 250 ml water, 30 sec bloom, about 3 min total
Nicaragua coffee origin

Origin

Nicaragua

  • RegionNueva Segovia
  • SpeciesArabica
  • GradeSHG EP

Coffee from Nicaragua’s high-altitude growing regions is valued for its balance, structure, and consistent cup quality. Grown under cooler mountain conditions, these coffees develop slowly, allowing sugars and flavour compounds to mature fully within the bean. Classified as SHG EP, this coffee meets strict preparation standards, with carefully sorted beans selected for uniformity and cleanliness. Nicaraguan coffees are well known for their chocolate-forward profiles and gentle acidity, making them especially well suited to darker roasts that emphasize richness, smoothness, and spice-driven depth.

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 6 reviews.

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Excellent coffee

"Excellent coffee"

— Soultan A. (5/5)

I have tried 17 samples

"I have tried 17 samples from this page, this is one of the best coffees I have tried."

— Sarah D. (5/5)

On another level

"On another level"

— Mark K. (5/5)

👍

"👍"

— ERIC G. (5/5)

Exceptional taste

"Shipping was fast, and the nicaragua single origin exceeded expectations."

— Sophie T. (5/5)

Full-bodied and smooth

"Loved the nicaragua single origin, super fresh and flavorful!"

— Alex G. (5/5)

Q&A

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Questions, answered

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What does it taste like?

Rich, bold, and smooth, with dark chocolate, berry, and cinnamon. Low acidity with a gentle spice warmth.

Which brew methods suit it best?

Espresso, French press, drip machine, and moka pot. A slightly shorter espresso shot keeps its berry sweetness.

Does it make good espresso?

Yes. It gives a smooth, low-acid shot with dark chocolate depth and a soft berry lift, and it holds up well in milk.

Is this a good coffee for beginners?

Yes. It is a smooth, bold dark roast with approachable sweetness.

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