Caffe Luxxe
Costa Rica Tarrazu
| Roaster Location: | Santa Monica, California |
| Coffee Origin: | Tarrazu growing region, central Costa Rica. |
| Roast Level: | Medium |
| Agtron: | 50/65 |
| Est. Price: | $15.00/12 ounces |
| Review Date: | May 2013 |
| Aroma: | 9 |
| Acidity: | 8 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 9 |
| Aftertaste: | 7 |
Blind Assessment
Balanced structure; fresh, complex aromatics. Brisk, lavender-like flowers, hazelnut, sweet spice, a hint of dark chocolate in aroma and cup. Round, gently rich acidity; lightly syrupy mouthfeel. Sweet, flavor-saturated short finish; dries and fades very slightly in the long.
Notes
Tarrazu is one of the most respected of traditional Costa Rica growing regions. Caffe Luxxe is an Italian-inflected artisan roaster and retailer that emphasizes both its coffee knowledge and precision and its straightforward lack of pretension. Visit www.caffeluxxe.com or call 310-394-2222 for more information.
Who Should Drink It
Classic Costa Rica balance with original, intriguing aromatics.
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