Light Roast Coffee

Find the Best Light Roast Coffee for You

Looking to wake up your taste buds? Light roast coffee brings the fruit, the sparkle, and the good weird. It's where you'll find floral highs, juicy mids, and citrusy lows—with no burnt aftertaste in sight.

This guide will help you discover the best light roast coffee beans Stumptown has to offer, and how to pick the one that fits your flavor lane.

What Is Light Roast Coffee?

Light roast coffee is roasted for less time, keeping more of the bean’s original flavors. You’ll often taste notes like stone fruit, berries, florals, or citrus—basically, it’s coffee turned up to 11 on the personality dial.

Light vs dark roast coffee?

  • Light roast = brighter, more acidic, nuanced
  • Dark roast = bolder, smokier, roastier

Light roasts are ideal if you love tasting where your coffee came from.

Best Light Roast Coffee Picks

Here are our top picks to start your light roast journey:

1. Homestead

  • Flavor: Red apple, honey, and a touch of sweet spice
  • Vibe: Bright, balanced, and approachable—like a sunny morning in your favorite spot
  • Use it for: Everyday pour-overs or any time you want a smooth, cheerful cup

2. Ethiopia Mordecofe

  • Flavor: Peach, citrus, and floral notes
  • Vibe: Lush and vibrant, with a sparkling finish that inspires daydreams
  • Use it for: Morning pick-me-ups or impressing your friends with fancy flavors

3. Indonesia Bies Penantan

  • Flavor: Cocoa, stone fruit, and a hint of earthy sweetness
  • Vibe: Smooth and layered, with just enough mystery to keep it interesting
  • Use it for: Those quiet afternoons when you want a comforting, thoughtful cup

Why Choose Stumptown’s Light Roast Coffee

  • Sourced intentionally from small, sustainable farms
  • Roasted fresh in Portland, with flavor (not roast level) leading the way
  • Always whole bean, always top-tier
  • Eco-friendly packaging to keep things fresh and responsible

Subscribe & Keep It Coming

Love the light roast life? Set up a Stumptown coffee subscription and get:

  • Fresh beans showing up like clockwork
  • Delivery that works around your schedule
  • Zero panic when you hit “out of coffee”

Light roast is where the magic starts. Pick your bean, brew your way, and enjoy the ride.