Medium Roast Coffee Views

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A friend in the armed services has recently been posted to what he is only allowed to describe as The Land Of Sand. One of the few pleasures they have is freshly brewed coffee. He brought a grinder, filters etc, but is always looking for good beans. I want to send him some beans -- medium roast is his preference -- and while I can do with a Starbucks here and there, I would welcome suggestions from those in the know as to where in LA they purchase whole bean medium roast coffee that is something above the ordinary, for someone who certainly deserves it. Coffee is the highlight of their (often mighty unpleasant) day.

This is coffee from a grocery store, but I find it not to have the burnt taste of dark roasted supermarket coffee. I actually don't like most Starbucks coffees and prefer medium roasts. It is the Breakfast Blend from Trader Joe's. It is Organic and fair-trade to boot and sells for about $7 for a 13 oz box. I use it for my daily french press brew. I haven't had this coffee brewed in a drip coffee maker, but will report back in a day or two, as I just brought in a box to work.

Medium roasted coffee yields flavors sweeter than light roasted coffee.

Lofbergs Lila is one of the most highly regarded coffee houses in Sweden. Founded in 1906 and still family-owned, Lofbergs Lila is the largest Swedish coffee company and one of Europe:'s most modern coffee roasting plants. Made with only the highest quality 100% Arabica beans, this coffee is a finely ground European style blend that is rich in flavor and aroma. We are offering these three selections of Lofbergs Lila ground coffee: Dark Roast, Medium Roast, Decaffeinated. Net Weight: 8.8 oz.