Blind Assessment

Evaluated as espresso. In the aroma, lush, chocolaty fruit (maraschino cherry, ripe orange) transforms to a bright, floral citrus in the cup, slightly drying but sweet. Co-taster John DiRuocco (94) felt that the entire package came together nicely, with “nice high notes balanced by chocolate undertones, acidity by body.” Ken had less conviction in regard to coherence, but he too characterized the mouthfeel as full and plush, the cup impressive, and seconded John’s 94. Both particularly praised the coffee in three parts milk, where lemon, chocolate and cherry tendencies played nicely.

Notes

Produced at Finca Buenavista, entirely of the Geisha variety of Arabica, and processed by the double-anaerobic washed method, in which the whole coffee fruit is subjected to anaerobic fermentation, after which the skins and pulp are removed, the coffee is anaerobically fermented a second time, and washed before drying. Imported directly by Euphora Coffee. Euphora is a Taipei-based specialty coffee roaster with an active online community through which all sales are made. Visit www.euphoracoffeestudio.com for more information.

Bottom Line

A fine espresso for those who enjoy paradox: intense yet balanced; bright yet full.

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