Colombia, Ethiopia
Throwback
Throwback
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1850 - 2090
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What to Expect
Throwback from Small Batch is a blend that does what traditional espresso used to do before dark roasting became the default: it balances chocolate weight with fruit brightness, no bitterness required. The mix of Colombian and Ethiopian beans, split between natural and washed processing, gives you richness and clarity in the same cup.
The Cup
The body is medium to full, with a round, chocolatey mouthfeel that holds up well in milk. Acidity is moderate and citric, coming through as a clean, fruity aftertaste rather than a sharp front note. The natural-process component adds a touch of berry sweetness without tipping into funky territory. It's a clean blend with enough character to drink black, but it really shines when milk softens the edges and amplifies the hazelnut and dark chocolate.
Who This Is For
This is for drinkers who want espresso that tastes like coffee, not carbon. It suits those who like milk drinks but don't want the coffee to disappear entirely, and black drinkers who prefer balance over brightness.
If you're chasing floral complexity or high-acid fruit bombs, this isn't that coffee.
Best for: Espresso drinkers who want chocolate and fruit without the roast, especially in milk.
How to Brew This Coffee
Espresso is the natural home for Throwback, where the blend's balance and body come into focus, particularly with milk. Aeropress works well if you want a concentrated, espresso-like cup with a bit more control over extraction. French Press emphasises the chocolatey body and rounds out the citrus, making it approachable and forgiving for a slower morning.
Colombia, Ethiopia
Throwback
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Description from Roaster
DARK CHOCOLATE, CITRUS FRUITS & HAZELNUTS A simple and traditional blend, Throwback offers a balance of rich chocolatey body and fruity aftertaste, without the need for dark roasting or the use of Robusta. Our blend is bursting with character, highlighted especially in mil...Description from Roaster
DARK CHOCOLATE, CITRUS FRUITS & HAZELNUTS
A simple and traditional blend, Throwback offers a balance of rich chocolatey body and fruity aftertaste, without the need for dark roasting or the use of Robusta.
Our blend is bursting with character, highlighted especially in milk based drinks but is also enjoyed black.
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Ways to Brew
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Espresso
Coffees hand-picked for espresso, chosen by analysing each one's roast, body and flavour rather than relying on the roaster's label. These are beans with the sweetness, depth and structure to pull a rich, balanced shot under pressure, from chocolatey blends to fruit-forward single origins. Every coffee here earned its place by how it actually performs in the basket. New to pulling shots? Read our espresso brewing basics.
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Aeropress
A curated range of coffees suited to the Aeropress, selected on their own merits through our attribute analysis. We look for the clarity and balance this fast, pressure-assisted method rewards, so whether you brew short and concentrated or long and clean, each bean here is chosen to give you a bright, well-defined cup. Want to get the most from yours? See our Aeropress brewing guide.
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French Press
A collection of coffees matched to full-immersion brewing, where a metal filter lets body and oils come through in full. We've analysed each one for the weight and richness that suit the press, giving you bold, textured, deeply satisfying cups. If you like your coffee full-bodied, these beans are chosen for you. New to it? See our guide to French press brewing.
Small Batch Coffee Roasters
Founded in Brighton & Hove in 2006, Small Batch Coffee Roasters has its award-winning roastery in Portslade. The team carefully sources ethical, sustainably produced coffees, then roasts them in small batches to highlight their unique character and quality. Alongside supplying its own cafés and mobile coffee cart, Small Batch partners with a wide range of wholesale customers, committed to responsible sourcing, craftsmanship, and exceptional coffee experiences.
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