Godfather Espresso is Fratello's best-selling blend, built from its Guatemala Montecristo, Colombia Bolivar, Nicaragua Los Placeres and an organic Peru.
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Milk chocolate, caramel, smooth
- Origin
- Guatemala, Colombia, Nicaragua, Peru
- Process
- Not specified
- Roast
- Medium
- Roaster
- Fratello Coffee Roasters
Roast level
About this coffee
What the roaster tells us.
Godfather Espresso is Fratello’s best-selling blend, built from its Guatemala Montecristo, Colombia Bolivar, Nicaragua Los Placeres and an organic Peru. It’s a medium roast that the roaster describes as smooth and rich with milk chocolate and caramel, and it’s designed to hold up in milk drinks. Fratello suggests 19.5 grams in for a 40-gram shot at 200°F, and it also works in a French press. Fratello is based in Calgary and ships within Canada.
Product details checked 2026-10-20. Roaster descriptions can change between lots. Tasting notes describe sensory impressions, not a guarantee of how your brew will taste.
Where it’s from
Guatemala, Colombia, Nicaragua, Peru
RoasterFratello Coffee Roasters
OriginGuatemala, Colombia, Nicaragua, Peru
ProcessNot specified
RoastMedium
From farm to cup
Where it grew, how it was made, how it’s roasted.
Straight from the roaster’s listing — no guesswork added.
Step 01 · OriginGrown
Guatemala, Colombia, Nicaragua, Peru
Step 02 · ProcessProcessed
Not specified
Step 03 · RoastRoasted
Medium
Before you buy
Is it right for you?
You’ll like it if…
- You like chocolatey, comforting cups.
- You like sweet, nutty or caramel flavors.
- You want a balanced, medium-roast cup that works with or without milk.
- You make espresso or milk drinks at home.
Maybe skip it if…
- You're looking for a bright, fruit-forward coffee.
The details
- Bag size
- 12 oz bag
- Price
- CA$20.00
- Price per ounce
- CA$1.67 per oz
From the roaster’s listing, checked October 20, 2026. Prices change.
About this blend
This is a blend of coffees from Colombia, Nicaragua, Peru and Guatemala. Roasters blend origins to balance each other, for example pairing a sweet, chocolatey base with a brighter, fruitier coffee, and to keep the flavor consistent from batch to batch.
How to brew it
Starting recipes for this roast level. Adjust grind and ratio to taste; the roaster’s own guidance always wins.
| Method | Coffee | Water | Grind | Water temp | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pour-over Our pick | 15 g | 250 g | Medium-fine | 93°C / 200°F | 2:30–3:30 |
| French press | 30 g | 500 g | Coarse | 93°C / 200°F | 4 minutes |
| Cold brew | 100 g | 800 g | Coarse | Cold water | 12–18 hours in the fridge |
The people behind this coffee
Meet Fratello Coffee Roasters
Fratello traces its roots to 1974, when Cam Prefontaine started a coffee distribution business in Calgary. It began roasting in 1985 and took the Fratello name in 1997, and Cam's sons Chris and Russ run the family company today from an 18,000-square-foot roastery in southeast Calgary. Fratello buys through direct-trade partners in places like Costa Rica, Guatemala, Colombia and Brazil, and its Godfather Espresso is the house best-seller. Fratello ships within Canada.
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Espresso starting point
Dial it in
A 1:2 dose-to-yield ratio is a common place to start. Adjust grind and taste — the roaster’s own guidance always wins.
In18g
Out36g
Time25–30s
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Questions
Fratello Coffee Roasters Godfather Espresso Classic FAQ
What does Fratello Coffee Roasters Godfather Espresso Classic taste like?
Fratello Coffee Roasters lists tasting notes of milk chocolate, caramel and smooth. It's a medium roast.
Where does Fratello Coffee Roasters Godfather Espresso Classic come from?
It's a blend of coffees from Guatemala, Colombia, Nicaragua, Peru.
Is Fratello Coffee Roasters Godfather Espresso Classic good for espresso?
Yes. The roaster recommends it for espresso. A 1:2 ratio, such as 18 grams in and 36 grams out in 25 to 30 seconds, is a good place to start.
What's the best way to brew Fratello Coffee Roasters Godfather Espresso Classic?
A good starting point is pour-over: 15 g of coffee to 250 g of water, medium-fine grind, water at 93°C / 200°F, about 2:30–3:30. Adjust to taste.
Where can I buy Fratello Coffee Roasters Godfather Espresso Classic?
You can buy it from Fratello Coffee Roasters. Prices and availability change, so check the current listing before you order.
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