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We have published thousands of coffee reviews and espresso reviews since 1997. The reviews below appear in reverse chronological order by review date. Older reviews may no longer accurately reflect current versions of the same coffee. To search for a specific roaster, origin or coffee use the Advanced Search Function.
Fragrant, fruit-forward. Pink grapefruit, nectarine, ginger blossom, cocoa nib, mulled wine in aroma and cup. Bright, ringing acidity; supple, viscous mouthfeel. The finish is gently lingering with floral-citrus sweetness with undertones of cocoa nib.
Sweet-toned, crisply fruity. Notes of pink grapefruit, narcissus, ripe mango, vanilla and dark chocolate in aroma and cup. Gently bright acidity; plush, syrupy mouthfeel. The finish is lively and persistent with citrus brightness and cocoa sweetness.
Candy-sweet, floral-toned. Violet, dried peach, star jasmine, cocoa nib, lemon verbena in aroma and cup. Juicy-bright, balanced acidity; vibrant, satiny-smooth mouthfeel. Long, flavor-saturated finish.
Tropical, playful, richly sweet. Passionfruit, cocoa nib, lime zest, marjoram, plumeria in aroma and cup. Malic acidity; silky-smooth mouthfeel. Long, flavor-saturated finish that extends the promise of the cup.
Evaluated as espresso. Floral and sweetly citrusy. Lemon tart, wisteria, cocoa nib, sandalwood, nectarine in aroma and small cup. Richly syrupy mouthfeel; harmonious, floral-toned finish. In cappuccino format, citrus, floral and chocolate notes meet in the middle.
Evaluated as espresso. Riched-toned, chocolaty. Dark chocolate, black cherry, pistachio butter, narcissus, cedar in aroma and small cup. Creamy-smooth mouthfeel; chocolaty, sweetly nutty finish. In cappuccino format, complex, multilayered, with black cherry and chocolate notes and the center.
Crisply sweet-tart. Notes of blackberry, blueberry, freesia, cocoa powder, elm in aroma and cup. Sweet, low-toned acidity; lightly satiny mouthfeel. Crisp, cocoa-toned, sweetly wood-framed finish.
Round, nut-forward, accessible. Almond, toasted grain, lime zest, nutmeg and baking chocolate in aroma and cup. Acidity is mild, body creamy-smooth. The finish highlights nuts and grain with a touch of chocolate.
Bright, deep-toned. Red currant, mandarin zest, nougat, vanilla and baking chocolate in aroma and cup. Juicy, balanced acidity; silky, viscous mouthfeel. The crisp finish centers around citrus and cocoa notes.
Bright, balanced, sweetly nuanced. Notes of pink grapefruit, magnolia, persimmon, vanilla and cocoa nib in aroma and cup. Lively, citrus-toned acidity; lightly syrupy body. The finish is crisp and refreshing, carrying citrus and cocoa sweetness.
Roasty-sweet and full-bodied. Notes of dark chocolate, molasses, charred cedar and dried fig in aroma and cup. Gentle, low-toned acidity; heavy, syrupy body. The finish leans toward bittersweet chocolate and smoky cedar.
Round and accessible. Notes of baking chocolate, Brazil nut, brown sugar and orange zest in aroma and cup. Brisk acidity; crisp, satiny mouthfeel. The gently drying finish is sweetly nutty with mild cocoa depth.
Sweet-toned. Notes of toasted almond, mild citrus, cedar and cocoa powder in aroma and cup. Gentle, slightly tart acidity; very light body. The finish is nutty and crisp with hints of cedar and cocoa powder.
Elegant and aromatic. Frangipani, white peach, honey, lime zest, cocoa nib in aroma and cup. Bright, integrated acidity; silky texture. The finish is long and harmonious, with fruit and floral notes lingering over honey-like sweetness.
Sweetly spice-toned. Notes of dried pineapple, cocoa nib, nutmeg, molasses and black tea in aroma and cup. Gentle, round acidity; silky body. The finish is clean and lingering, with cocoa and tropical fruit sweetness.
Crisply chocolaty, sweet-toned. Baking chocolate, caramel, mandarin zest, cashew, oak in aroma and cup. Brisky sweet structure; lightly satiny mouthfeel. Delicate finish with hints of baking chocolate and mandarin zest.
Crisply fruit-forward, sweetly spice-toned. Berry compote, pineapple candy, raw cacao, pink peppercorn, gardenia in aroma and cup. Sweet-tart acidity; syrupy-smooth mouthfeel. Fruity finish with notes of pineapple and pink peppercorn.
Straightforward, sweet-toned, gently floral. Notes of macadamia, light caramel, lemon zest, yellow plum, and dried carnation in aroma and cup. Briskly sweet acidity; smooth, silky mouthfeel. The finish is sweet and caramelly.
Richly aromatic, warmly fruit-forward. Notes of ripe strawberry, fig syrup, cocoa butter, vanilla bean and mandarin zest in aroma and cup. Crisp, sweetly tart acidity; round, creamy mouthfeel. The finish is cocoa-leaning and gently citrusy, with lingering hints of strawberry and vanilla.
Bright, juicy, intricately sweet-tart. Black currant, pink grapefruit, wild honey, thyme, red plum in aroma and cup. Lively, integrated acidity; smooth, lightly syrupy mouthfeel. The finish is resonant and fruit-driven, with black currant and sweet citrus notes.
