Dak Coffee Roasters
Amsterdam
4.79(24)
Dak Coffee Roasters is a coffee roaster from Amsterdam, Netherlands. We have 14 cataloged roasts with 24 total reviews with a score of 4.79.
| Name | Roast Level | Bean Source |
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5.00(4) |
Light | Colombia |
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4.83(3) |
Light | Peru |
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5.00(2) |
Light | Ethiopia |
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4.67(3) |
Light | Colombia |
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5.00(1) |
Light | Rwanda |
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5.00(1) |
Light | Colombia |
| - | Colombia | |
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5.00(1) |
Light | Colombia |
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5.00(1) |
Light | Colombia |
| - | Colombia | |
| Light | Ethiopia | |
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4.50(1) |
Light | Kenya |
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4.50(1) |
Light | Colombia |
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4.50(1) |
- | Nicaragua |
Top Reviews(24)
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Marcus McCombe5 roasts rated, avg score of 5.00
5.00 - Average
An exceptional coffee that left a lasting impression on me. -
Scott Greenaway171 roasts rated, avg score of 4.26
5.00 - Average
5.00 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
5.00 - Acidity
5.00 - Balance
A unique and delightful masterpiece-- light roast flavors flow in this intriguing roast! The flavor profile centers around a rose/floral, with peach and graham as secondary flavors. There are touches of lemon, vanilla, and guava. This is a sweet roast with a nice acidity. It finished with a bit of astringency.Cupping Method:Vietnamese drip, cream with no sweetener
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Theo Chan, Managing Editor1456 roasts rated, avg score of 4.30
5.00 - Average
5.00 - Aroma
5.00 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
5.00 - Acidity
5.00 - Balance
I cupped this out of the remnants of a friend's Leaderboard Coffee set a couple months ago, emailed him for the info, and forgot to input it (I didn't have the right number). This was a fantastic cup of coffee and I wish I had more (maybe I'll order some). Very peachy and pleasantly floral, like chamomile. Has body and a really nice touch of acidity. A great coffee.Cupping Method:Hario v60
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Q Reviews67 roasts rated, avg score of 4.46
5.00 - Average
The Alchemist? is an experimental anaerobic natural from Gasharu farms in the Nyamasheke district of the western province of Rwanda.
The dry aroma and flavour is full of macerated fruits, red and dark berries and chocolate, its bold clear and has excellent body. However, its the tropical malic acidity that really lifts the score for me with this coffee. Its a bit boozy; theres definitely a hint of funk no more than a couple of notes on a bass guitar though.
It homogenises quite a bit as it cools rather than improving or opening up in any way but that doesnt detract much really.
I have known a coffee like this to divide opinion a bit on a table with some liking this a lot more than others. Im all for them, especially when the brakes are kept on a bit to add balance and refinement as has been achieved here. Sweet, juicy, aromatic, lots of body, not much to dislike here for me.Cupping Method:From Dog & Hat. Follow @the_qreview on Instagram for photos and the full post.
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Theo Chan, Managing Editor
1456 roasts rated, avg score of 4.30
5.00 - Average
4.50 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
4.50 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
5.00 - Balance
Leaderboard Season 14 blind tasting.
I had this coffee twice (20g, 18:1 ratio both times})
First time at 194 degrees, I got strawberry, fruit punch, and pineapple. Just a touch of funk mid-palate and a light chocolate finish.
Second time, a little bit hotter tasted more like a grape jolly rancher with a glycerin mouthfeel and a milk chocolate finish.
Really tasty both times. Dak's always outstanding. -
Theo Chan, Managing Editor
1456 roasts rated, avg score of 4.30
5.00 - Average
3.50 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
4.50 - Balance
This coffee is something else entirely, unique and unforgettable. The tasting notes of cardamom, pistachio, vanilla cake, and honey come through clearly, especially as it cools, and I even got a hint of cinnamon French toast at one point. There is a natural caramel sweetness that gives it a comforting balance without being overwhelming. I also think there's like an All-Fruit jam note in acidity.
Dak has never really set a foot wrong for me. Every coffee I have tried from them has been consistently thoughtful, distinctive, and high quality. They always seem to bring something special to the table, and this coffee is no exception.
It is the kind of coffee that makes you rethink what coffee can be, thanks to its careful processing and bold flavor profile. Sometimes I just want a pistachio cardamom drink without any added sugar, and this delivers perfectly. It is both delicious and completely distinct, an easy top grade for me.Cupping Method:From Revolver Advent, 18:1, 92C on the Hario v60.
Noting V tasted with me but didn't grade because it was too unique.
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Theo Chan, Managing Editor
1456 roasts rated, avg score of 4.30
5.00 - Average
4.50 - Aroma
5.00 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
5.00 - Acidity
5.00 - Balance
I wasn't sure what to expect with this one — some beans were dark, some were light, and the tasting notes (lemongrass, dulce de leche, white florals) made me think it might be more of a novelty than a daily go-to. But of course, it's Dak, so it ended up being absolutely delicious.
It's sweet, bright, and smooth with a lot of depth. I picked up satsuma orange, a touch of cardamom, jasmine tea, and a lemony brightness balanced by caramel sweetness. The white floral note is the real star here it gives the cup a clean, elegant finish that keeps you coming back for more. Unique and super enjoyable.Cupping Method:92C, 18:1 Hario 60. It's about five weeks from the roast date. I got this coffee via Bean Archives.
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Decaf Before Death9 roasts rated, avg score of 5.00
5.00 - Average
This was selected by Decaf Before Death as a 2024 All-Star out of 150 decaf coffees. Follow @decaf.before.death on Instagram for more decaf recommendations. -
Expert Picks Series290 roasts rated, avg score of 4.96
5.00 - Average
This roast won the prestigious People's Choice award from the Leaderboard Coffee game. This award is selected by game players from the specialty coffee community from 10 roasts via blind tasting. We add these winners as a five-star review. -
Miss Coffeeperson8 roasts rated, avg score of 5.00
5.00 - Average
Distinct floral tasting note.Cupping Method:Follow @mscoffeeperson on Instagram for more specialty coffee recommendations, and the full review.
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