Espresso Roast Dark – Also called Light French, this is a dark roast style that refers to the degree of roast, it is dark brown in color with an oily surface. The advantage is maximum body and texture, yet with a pleasant sweetness creating a balanced cup. Dark roast character is beginning to appear in the cup. Many coffees roast well at this level and remain complex. It is a popular choice for coffee lovers wanting that full bodied chocolaty cup of coffee.