Counter Culture Big Trouble vs Volcanica Cuban Coffee - Cafe Cubano Espresso Blend
Two coffees that land close together on paper: darker roast, from Brazil and shares caramel. Side by side, from each roaster's own listing.
| Big Trouble | Cuban Coffee - Cafe Cubano Espresso Blend | |
|---|---|---|
| Roaster | Counter Culture | Volcanica |
| Format | Whole bean | Whole bean · Ground |
| Roast | Medium-dark | Dark |
| Origin | Blend of Honduras, Nicaragua | Brazil |
| Process | Washed | Washed |
| Tasting notes | caramel, nutty, round | chocolate, caramel, nutty finish |
| Caffeine | Regular | Regular |
| Certifications | Kosher | Kosher |
| Typical price | $$ | $ |
| Brews well in (roaster) | — | Espresso |
Big Trouble
Caramel, nutty, round. Big Trouble is a medium-dark blend of washed Honduran and Nicaraguan coffees, and the notes promise comfort rather than excitement. Kosher, whole bean, roast date on the bag. An easy house coffee.
Pick it if you like a lighter roast; nutty and round sound good to you.
Best for Drinkers who want a reliable nutty, caramel daily cup
See Big Trouble →Cuban Coffee - Cafe Cubano Espresso Blend
Made for the espresso machine: Volcanica lists it as an espresso roast, dark, with chocolate, caramel and a nutty finish. Brazil, Colombia and Guatemala in the blend. The bag carries its roast date. Comfort-food espresso, by the sound of it.
Pick it if you like a darker roast; chocolate and nutty finish sound good to you.
Best for Home espresso drinkers who like it dark and sweet
See Cuban Coffee - Cafe Cubano Espresso Blend →Built from each roaster's own product listing and our takes. We haven't tasted these side by side; see how we research.