Monster EspressoAbout this Blend Espresso is the method of extracting coffee, and not necessarily a type of coffee or roast profile. You can use any kind of coffee to make espresso, however some can be more forgiving than others. Dark roasts are typically used for espresso because the pronounced roast level translates into that rich, dark, bold espresso flavor that many are familiar with. Lately more and more roasters have pushed for lighter roasted espresso