Organization: Simon Hsieh's Aroma Roast Coffees, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
Coffee: Kenya AA Top
Reviewed: December 2009
Overall Rating: 96 points
Roast (Agtron): Medium (49/64)
Estimated Price:
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Origin: Kenya.

Notes: In addition to his retail roasting operation, Aroma Roast Coffees, Simon Hsieh also runs Soaring Phoenix Trading, a business focused on high quality green single-origin coffees and commercial espresso blends. Visit tw.myblog.yahoo.com/Grey-Zone or call 886-0983-749876 for more information.

Blind Assessment: Deep and penetrating floral aroma: orangy sweetness and blackberries. Gentle acidity, smooth mouthfeel, and an intense, flavor-saturated character in the cup: classic black currant notes mingle forcefully with the concentrated sweetness of dried berries and flowers. Long, intensely sweet finish with the flavor notes delicately lingering and softening toward a fruit-toned chocolate.

Who should drink it: An exceptional example of the Kenya profile, with pronounced classic black currant character.

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