Batdorf & Bronson
Sumatra Mandheling
| Roaster Location: | Olympia, Washington |
| Coffee Origin: | Mandheling growing region, northern Sumatra, Indonesia. |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Dark |
| Agtron: | 41/46 |
| Est. Price: | $12.95 / 16 oz. |
| Review Date: | April 2010 |
| Aroma: | 7 |
| Acidity: | 7 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 7 |
| Aftertaste: | 7 |
Blind Assessment
Subdued aroma: spicy aromatic wood, hints of earth, butter, dark chocolate. In the cup quiet acidity, full body, sweet-toned but simple, heavy flavor with hints of aromatic wood and earth. Simple and rich in the short finish, but fades quickly toward a slightly salty astringency.
Notes
Mandheling is a term variously used to describe a growing region surrounding Lake Toba in North Sumatra Province and a traditional type of wet-hulled coffee associated with that region. Batdorf & Bronson is a leading wholesale quality-oriented specialty roaster with operations in both Olympia, Washington and Atlanta, Georgia. Visit www.batdorfcoffee.com or call 800-955-5282 for more information.
Who Should Drink It
Lovers of the older style of Sumatra, heavy and dense.
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This review originally appeared in the April, 2010 tasting report: Mysterious No More: Sumatra Coffees
