Top Medium-Dark Roast Coffee in India
A great choice for fuller cups and lower perceived acidity without going fully dark.
What this roast means
Look & Feel
Visual Assessment
Colour
Deep brown, with a light oil sheen beginning to appear
Density
Noticeably lighter and more porous than medium
On the grind
Darker brown powder; oils release quickly on grind
Agtron range
Agtron 30–40
Bold without the char
Great for espresso and French Press when you want boldness without heavy smokiness.
Filter Coffee Blend
Beachville Coffee Roasters
From ₹700 / 250g
Spring Bloom – Medium-Dark Roast
Dream Hill Coffee
From ₹580 / 250g
Cold Brew Blend Bold
Blue Tokai Coffee
From ₹650 / 250g
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Brew like a pro
Ultimate French Press
by James Hoffmann
Surface skimming and extended steeping for cleaner extraction
Traditional South Indian Filter
by Traditional Origin
Slow dripping decoction, traditionally frothed using a 'dabarah' and tumbler
Blue Bottle Traditional French Press
by Blue Bottle Coffee
Straightforward saturation and traditional plunging for max heavy body
Lower temperatures (89–93°C) can help avoid bitterness on finer grinds.
Brewing Medium-Dark Roast Coffee
Tips for extracting sweetness and body from medium-dark roasts.
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The background behind what you are tasting, from our writing on Indian coffee.
Understanding Medium-Dark Roast Coffee
What medium-dark brings to espresso and milk, and how to brew it.
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