Organization: Paradise Roasters, Ramsey, Minnesota
Coffee: Sumatra Blue Batak
Reviewed: October 2009
Overall Rating: 93 points
Roast (Agtron): Medium (51/69)
Estimated Price:
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Origin: Northern Sumatra, Indonesia

Notes: Blue Batak is a particularly refined version of the traditional style of fruity, earthy Sumatra coffee. Paradise Roasters prides itself on roasting and shipping coffee only after orders are placed. Its metaphoric mission is to bring some paradisiacal warmth from the coffee-growing south to the cool environs of Minnesota. Visit www.paradiseroasters.com or call 763-433-0626 for more information.

Blind Assessment: Intense flavor and aroma. Rich acidity, silky body, flavor combining sweet grapefruit and tart lime with aromatic wood and flowers. The flavor notes stretch into the long, dry finish.

Who should drink it: A coffee both suave and exotic.

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