87	Batdorf & Bronson Coffee Roasters Olympia, Washington Organic French Roast (Mexico) Roast: Medium-Dark Review Date: August 2003 Origin: Southern Mexico Price: NA

Blind Assessment: Both Ken and co-taster Willem Boot found chocolate notes running through aroma and small cup: "deep-toned chocolate" for Willem, "caramel, chocolate" for Ken. Both, however, complained about a slight sharpness in the finish, though Willem found it "minty." Good presence in milk: "Spicy and sweet" for Willem, "smoky, fruity and rich" for Ken. Willem rating 87, Ken 87.

Notes: Certified organically grown. Batdorf & Bronson is a leading wholesale artisan specialty roaster with roasting locations in both Olympia, Washington and Atlanta, Georgia. Visit www.batdorf.com or call 800-955-5282 for more info.

Who Should Drink It: A substantial, complexly aromatic presence in milk should make this Mexico a good choice for both short and tall with-milk drinks.

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