Coava Coffee Roasters
Ethiopia Yirga Cheffe Koke Espresso
| Roaster Location: | Portland, Oregon |
| Coffee Origin: | Yirgacheffe growing region, southern Ethiopia. |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Light |
| Agtron: | 53/72 |
| Est. Price: | $18.50 / 500 g. (17.6 oz.) |
| Review Date: | April 2010 |
| Aroma: | 9 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 9 |
| Aftertaste: | 10 |
| With Milk: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
Evaluated as espresso. Distinct floral- and citrus-toned aroma, lightly syrup mouthfeel and crisp, concentrated fruit that combines suggestions of citrus, flowers, aromatic wood and a cocoaish chocolate. Clean, very rich finish; the cocoa rounds to a sweet lemony chocolate. The intense flavors simplify in two parts milk but retain character and balance.
Notes
Koke is a particularly high-elevation district within Ethiopia's famed Yirgacheffe growing region, as well as the name of a wet mill or washing station in the area. Owned and operated by Solomon Worku, the Koke mill has processed several award winning coffees in recent years. Coava is a Portland based coffee roaster that aims to provide quality coffee and the knowledge needed to properly brew that coffee. Visit www.coavacoffee.com or call 503-894-8134 for more information.
Who Should Drink It
An exceptional single-origin espresso, particularly as a straight shot.
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