No, espresso and filter roast coffee beans are not the same. Both types of beans are roasted to create their signature flavour profiles and the roasting process is different. Typically, espresso roast beans undergo longer roasting at higher temperatures than filter roast beans, resulting in beans that have more solubility and body which is well-suited for espresso brewing. Filter roast beans are lighter roasts and are curated to highlight characteristics of sweetness and acidity in the coffee.