Peet's Coffee Ethiopian Fancy vs Counter Culture Apollo
Two coffees that land close together on paper: lighter roast and also from Ethiopia. Side by side, from each roaster's own listing.
| Ethiopian Fancy | Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Roaster | Peet's Coffee | Counter Culture |
| Format | Whole bean · Ground | Whole bean |
| Roast | Dark | Medium |
| Origin | Ethiopia | Ethiopia |
| Process | Washed | Washed |
| Tasting notes | candied lemon, jasmine, zest | citrus, floral, silky |
| Body | Medium | — |
| Acidity | Medium | — |
| Caffeine | Regular | Regular |
| Certifications | — | USDA Organic, Kosher |
| Typical price | $ | $$ |
| Brews well in (roaster) | Pour-over, Drip machine, French press, Cold brew | — |
Ethiopian Fancy
Candied lemon, jasmine and zest, from a washed Ethiopian roasted dark. That's an unusual pairing, and worth knowing before you buy. Peet's recommends it for drip, pour-over, French press and cold brew, so it isn't picky about how you brew.
Pick it if you like a darker roast; candied lemon, jasmine and zest sound good to you.
Best for Anyone curious how a floral Ethiopian handles a dark roast
See Ethiopian Fancy →Apollo
Apollo is always Ethiopian, always washed, and Counter Culture roasts it medium. The notes read citrus, floral and silky. That's a lighter, cleaner profile than most medium roasts promise. It's organic and kosher, and the bag carries its roast date.
Pick it if you like a lighter roast; citrus, floral and silky sound good to you; organic matters to you.
Best for Anyone moving from dark roasts toward something brighter
See Apollo →Built from each roaster's own product listing and our takes. We haven't tasted these side by side; see how we research.