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November 26, 2008 in cup of excellence | Comments (0)
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“The Cup of Excellence is a strict competition that selects the very best coffee produced in that country for that particular year . These winning coffees are chosen by a select group of national and international cuppers and are cupped at least five different times during the competition process. The final winners are awarded the prestigious Cup of Excellence® and sold to the highest bidder during an internet auction.”
in tasting notes | Comments (0)
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A surprisingly fickle bean that challenges the roaster! When handled properly and with a delicate touch, fabulous nutty flavors emerge – with almond being predominant. Hints of milk chocolate, citrus, caramel. A balanced and bright cup. This is our House Coffee and we are very proud of it indeed. It is a great, not-demanding, first-cup-in-the-morning coffee.
November 25, 2008 in coffee club | Comments (0)
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What hits the nose first when one opens the bag is a gentle sweetness. The second whiff draws in subtle citrus notes, fruit salad, and a meaty-nut. After brewing, it is a coffee fragrance with hints of sweet chocolate. The taste is, in a word, balanced. There is a harmonious triptych of coffee, chocolate and nuts that have been painted with a brush dipped in fruit juice. Smooth and super-balanced, with low acidity and a pleasing sweet fruity finish, this bean accommodates a broad palate.
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The key to good decaf is starting with a superior bean! This Colombian is of the highest quality and managed expertly through the German, strictly-controlled MC decaf process. The result is phenomenal. Chocolate, coffee, deep flavors. Luxuriously silky in your mouth. Better than every non-decaf on shelves today.
November 23, 2008 in tasting notes | Comments (0)
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A gorgeous bean that opens up like a fine wine in the cup. Layers of fruit come through: black currant and raspberries are clearest. Hints of chocolate and a bit of grapefruit. As the bean ages, the grapefruit moves to center stage. Some spice flavors, like nutmeg and cinnamon, emerge on the finish. Very sophisticated, bright and balanced. A personal favorite of the Roaster!
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