Quick Answer

For a bold, sweet shot with dark chocolate and fig notes, choose The Waverly. For a bright, citrusy cup with floral undertones, go with Apollo.

Roast Profile and Flavor Direction

The Waverly is a darker, espresso-focused blend that delivers deep fruit and chocolate richness, ideal for those who enjoy a full-bodied AeroPress brew with milk or as a straight shot.

Apollo is a lighter, washed-process roast that highlights clarity and brightness, making it a great match for drinkers who prefer a clean, tea-like cup with lively acidity.

Trade-Offs at a Glance

  • Body and Mouthfeel: The Waverly offers a heavier, syrupy body that stands up to milk. Apollo produces a lighter, cleaner mouthfeel that highlights acidity. Choose Waverly for creamy lattes; Apollo for black or American-style coffee.
  • Acidity Level: The Waverly is buzzing with acidity that feels bright yet balanced by sweetness. Apollo's acidity is more pronounced and citrus-forward, typical of lighter roasts. If you're sensitive to acidity, start with The Waverly.
  • Best Brewing Method: The Waverly shines as a concentrated shot (standard AeroPress method). Apollo excels with longer steep times or inverted brewing to extract its floral notes. Try Apollo with a 2–3 minute steep for maximum clarity.

Bean Details

  • The Waverly 12 oz: The Waverly 12 oz is a signature espresso named after the first cafe in NYC, with notes of fig, dark chocolate, and orange. Its fruity-sweet, aromatic profile with high acidity works beautifully as a concentrated AeroPress shot or mellowed with milk.

    The Waverly 12 oz

    The Waverly 12 oz

  • Apollo 12 oz: Apollo 12 oz is a lighter roast, washed-process coffee with citrus and floral undertones. The bright, clear cup suits longer brew ratios or pour-over-style AeroPress recipes that emphasize delicate flavors.

    Apollo 12 oz

    Apollo 12 oz

Which Bean Fits You?

Best For

  • Fans of bold, chocolatey coffee who enjoy milk-based drinks
  • Drinkers who want a versatile espresso-style shot from their AeroPress

Not For

  • Those who prefer extremely light, tea-like coffee with no bitterness
  • Anyone seeking a single-origin with a distinct terroir story