Last updated: 2026-09-10T18:17:35.608Z

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From $18.31/12oz

**Process:** [Washed](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/processing-method/washed)

**Region:** [Muhanga, Rwanda 🇷🇼](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/region/a19773fd-e44a-4158-a32a-1a0987d46736)

**Variety:** [Bourbon](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/variety/bourbon)

**Altitude:** 1800-2000 masl

**Recommended for:** Espresso

## What the Brand Says

> Tastes Like CocoaDried FruitToffee **DIRECT TRADE COFFEE ** Description Looking for a rich medium espresso with toffee & cocoa notes and dried fruit acidity. Middle School is roasted as a medium espresso to highlight these characteristics and is the culmination of our search for the richest and smoothest espresso we can create. We work daily to improve it, always seeking the perfect balance of richness and acidity.

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# Middle School Espresso

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12oz

$18.31

($24.41/lbs)

2.5lb

$56.19

($22.48/lbs)

5lb

$111.28

($22.26/lbs)

## Profile

### Taste characteristics

**Body:** 54/100 — Light & tea-like (0) to Full-bodied & creamy (100)

**Acidity:** 41/100 — Soft (0) to Bright & acidic (100)

**Sweetness:** 70/100 — Less sweet (0) to Very sweet (100)

**Bitterness:** 48/100 — Subtle bitterness (0) to Pronounced bitterness (100)

**Character:** 5/100 — Conventional (0) to Funky & novel (100)

**Roast level:** Medium — 4/7, from Extra light (1) to Extra dark (7)

## Tasting Notes

Cacao

Dried fruits

Toffee

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