The hum of conversation mixes with the soft clinking of cups, while the unmistakable scent of freshly brewed coffee permeates the air., the aroma of brewing beans tells a story. For years, that story was dominated by the bold, smoky allure of dark roasts. Coffee drinkers across North America embraced the deep, almost charred notes of these heavy roasts, their palates steered by the richness and the near-bitter intensity that came from a darkened bean. Yet, as with all things in food and drink, trends evolve, and 2024 has brought with it a quiet revolution—a return to the bright, delicate world of light roasts.