Panera Bread
Panera Bread
St. Louis, Missouri
3.83(3)
Panera, a popular bakery-café chain, offers not only freshly baked goods and a diverse menu of soups, salads, and sandwiches, but also a variety of specialty coffees.
Show morePanera Bread is a coffee roaster from St. Louis, MO United States. We have 3 cataloged roasts with 3 total reviews with a score of 3.83.
| Name | Roast Level | Bean Source |
|---|---|---|
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4.00(1) |
Light | - |
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4.00(1) |
Medium Dark | - |
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3.50(1) |
Medium | Costa Rica |
Top Reviews(3)
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Theo Chan, Managing Editor1854 roasts rated, avg score of 4.31
4.00 - Average
I've had Panera light roast many times as my wife is a fan. It's a pleasant breakfast blend style coffee that's easy drinking with some acidity and fruitiness. -
Theo Chan, Managing Editor
1854 roasts rated, avg score of 4.31
4.00 - Average
4.00 - Aroma
4.00 - Finish
4.00 - Flavor
3.50 - Balance
Panera's upgraded stores have espresso machines and it's not bad. Good crema and balance, with earth, light spice, and some blackberry acidity. Probably some robusta in here but it's not blatantly obvious.Cupping Method:At Panera in North Haven, CT. Thought this was my best option near an EV station.
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Theo Chan, Managing Editor
1854 roasts rated, avg score of 4.31
3.50 - Average
4.00 - Aroma
4.00 - Finish
3.50 - Flavor
3.50 - Acidity
3.50 - Balance
This decaf brew delivers a smooth and easy drinking cup with a pleasing sweetness and subtle plum notes but lacks a standout trait. The medium body carries light caramel and very subtle citrus flavors, creating a balanced profile without any harsh edges. While it is enjoyable and clean, it does not have a single defining characteristic that makes it stand out. A solid choice for a mellow cup that pairs well with pastries here which are often a little too sweet (which I suppose was my objective here).Cupping Method:At Panera in Waltham, MA
