Alaska Coffee Roasting
Espresso Milan San Remo
| Roaster Location: | Fairbanks, Alaska |
| Coffee Origin: | Not disclosed. |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Dark |
| Agtron: | 38/44 |
| Est. Price: | $12.95/pound |
| Review Date: | September 2010 |
| Aroma: | 7 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 8 |
| Aftertaste: | 7 |
| With Milk: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
Evaluated as espresso. A solid, balanced blend with flowers, chocolate, and a hint of savory spice and aromatic wood. In co-taster Andy Newbom's (88) more colorful words: "sweet, fruity, caramel, spicy, balanced and soft, warm nuts and cocoa with a touch of fruit." That makes it sound a bit more than solid (Ken had it at 88 also), but a rather muted aroma and heavy finish dragged on its rating. In four parts milk, however, it held up with admirable consistency: tart chocolate, nut, and a continuing hint of flowers.
Notes
Alaska Coffee Roasting's location in the mid-Alaskan town of Fairbanks must make it one of America's northernmost coffee roasters. Before founding Alaska Roasting, roast master and buyer Michael Gesser lived for ten years in Kenya and brings a longtime traveler's curiosity and passion to sourcing his coffees. Visit
Who Should Drink It
Balanced, well-structured American espresso in the classic style.
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This review originally appeared in the September, 2010 tasting report: Tall-Drink Espressos: Best Blends for Big Milk
