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.