Topeca Coffee Roasters Signature Espresso Swiss Water® Decaf vs Perc Coffee Old Skool Espresso Blend
Two coffees that land close together on paper: same roast level and from Brazil. Side by side, from each roaster's own listing.
| Signature Espresso Swiss Water® Decaf | Old Skool Espresso Blend | |
|---|---|---|
| Roaster | Topeca Coffee Roasters | Perc Coffee |
| Format | Whole bean · Ground | Whole bean · Ground |
| Roast | Medium | Medium |
| Origin | El Salvador | Brazil |
| Process | Mixed | Natural |
| Tasting notes | dark chocolate, dried apple, toffee nut | Nutella, brown sugar, cocoa |
| Caffeine | Decaf | Regular |
| Certifications | Direct Trade | — |
| Typical price | $ | $$$ |
| Brews well in (roaster) | Espresso | Espresso |
Signature Espresso Swiss Water® Decaf
Decaf that's built for espresso. Swiss Water process, from Santa Ana, El Salvador, at 1,100 to 1,550 meters. Dark chocolate, dried apple and toffee nut. Direct trade, medium roast. Evening shots without the jitters.
Pick it if dark chocolate, dried apple and toffee nut sound good to you; you want decaf.
Best for Espresso drinkers who want a decaf shot
See Signature Espresso Swiss Water® Decaf →Old Skool Espresso Blend
Despite the name, the listing gives a single origin: natural Brazil, Yellow and Red Catuai. The notes read Nutella, brown sugar and cocoa, which is exactly what you'd want under milk. Perc sells it as an espresso roast, at medium.
Pick it if Nutella, brown sugar and cocoa sound good to you.
Best for Home espresso drinkers who take milk
See Old Skool 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.