King David Coffee Roasters
New Hampshire
4.38(6)
King David Coffee Roasters is based in a century-old mill building at the Nashua and Merrimack Rivers meeting point in Nashua, New Hampshire. Since 2000, King David has specialized in roasting high-quality coffee beans, representing the top 6% of the coffee crop. Their roasting process involves a traditional drum roaster that can handle small batches ranging from 1 to 30 pounds. This method emphasizes a handcrafted approach to coffee roasting.
Show moreKing David Coffee Roasters is a coffee roaster from NH United States. We have 5 cataloged roasts with 6 total reviews with a score of 4.38.
| Name | Roast Level | Bean Source |
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4.50(2) |
Light Medium | Costa Rica |
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4.50(2) |
Medium | Papua New Guinea |
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4.50(1) |
Dark | International Blend |
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4.00(1) |
Medium Dark | Kenya |
| Dark | Indonesia |
Top Reviews(6)
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Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor1207 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
4.50 - Average
5.00 - Aroma
4.50 - Value
4.50 - Finish
4.50 - Flavor
4.00 - Acidity
4.50 - Balance
I really enjoyed this coffee, and it reflects the best of what I see from artisan, small-batch roasters.
There's nothing wild or out-of-the-box here. A good washed Costa Rican that's an excellent expression of some of the best traits you find.
Aroma is very appealing - fudge and a touch of peanut.
Notes I get red apple, sweet orange, caramel, with a very smooth mouthfeel.Cupping Method:Pourover, 195F, Hario v60, 18:1 ratio
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Scott Greenaway148 roasts rated, avg score of 4.26
4.50 - Average
4.50 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
4.50 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
5.00 - Balance
This roast packs a strong flavor punch! A nice sweetness, acidity, mouthfeel, and flavor in this well-balanced roast. The flavor profile leans towards dried apricot with a strong medium-light coffee expression.Cupping Method:Vietnamese drip, cream with no sweetener
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Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor
1207 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
4.50 - Average
5.00 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
4.50 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
4.50 - Balance
Listed as a medium roast, it probably drinks slightly darker, as local artisan roasters often do. Wonderful aroma. Quality control looks strong, no quakers or irregularities.
Its delicious, though, as a chocolate-forward espresso. It generates a thick , lively crema and fantastic mouthfeel. Its smoky without any burned notes, spiced with clove. There's enough natural sweetness to hold up.Cupping Method:Espresso, 95C in my La Spaziale A53 (double portafilter)
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Victoria S-C465 roasts rated, avg score of 4.31
4.50 - Average
Works perfectly in a latte. Excellent balance. -
Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor
1207 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
4.50 - Average
4.50 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
4.50 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
4.50 - Balance
These espresso beans are striking out of the bag, with a nice color and slight sheen.
This drinks very clean for a dark roast. A medium/big crema with major staying power is key, giving the shot a lush and slightly creamy mouthfeel. There's very nice depth in the front of the palate chocolate, a pleasant smokiness, and light citrus, blackberry notes. There's a bit of complexity as it evolves mid/late palate.
An excellent rendition of a cafe house dark roast espresso.Cupping Method:Doppio, 95C on my La Spaziale A53 Lucca.
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Scott Greenaway
148 roasts rated, avg score of 4.26
4.00 - Average
4.00 - Aroma
4.00 - Finish
4.00 - Flavor
3.50 - Acidity
4.00 - Balance
This roast is definitely more of a dark/medium, expressing classic dark roast flavors, rich mouthfeel and medium acidity. Flavor traits were walnut, dried apricot, and a hint of sweet cherry, accompanying a strong coffee flavor.Cupping Method:Vietnamese drip, cream with no sweetener
Editor's Overview
They tend to roast their beans a bit on the darker side, which I think works really well and is fairly typical of local artisan craft roasters. It makes their lighter and medium roasts surprisingly versatile, perfect for both a smooth drip coffee and a robust espresso. This approach shows they’re thinking about how most of us actually drink our coffee day to day.
It’s clear that King David takes their craft seriously, but they do it without any fuss. The quality of the coffee speaks for itself—rich, flavorful, and consistently good. It’s a place that makes you appreciate the art of a well-roasted coffee bean.
-Ted Chan, Managing Editor
