Mr. Espresso
Organic Ethiopia Shantawene Natural
Roaster Location: | Oakland, California |
Coffee Origin: | Sidama (also Sidamo) growing region, southern Ethiopia |
Roast Level: | Medium-Light |
Agtron: | 56/78 |
Est. Price: | $17.00/12 ounces |
Review Date: | November 2021 |
Aroma: | 8 |
Acidity/Structure: | 8 |
Body: | 9 |
Flavor: | 9 |
Aftertaste: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
Crisp, lively, citrus-toned. Meyer lemon zest, plum, cocoa nib, freesia-like flowers, agave syrup in aroma and cup. Sweet-tart structure with brisk acidity; full, syrupy-smooth mouthfeel. The finish leads with Meyer lemon and cocoa notes supported by a hint of agave syrup.
Notes
Southern Ethiopia coffees like this one are produced from distinctive traditional Ethiopian landrace varieties of Arabica long grown in the region. This lot was processed by the natural method (dried in the whole fruit). Certified USDA Organic. Mr. Espresso is a San Francisco Bay Area wholesale roaster and espresso parts distributor that slow-roasts its coffees using traditional wood-fired roasting machines. Visit www.mrespresso.com or call 510-287-5200 for more information.
Bottom Line
A clean natural-processed Ethiopia cup centered around citrus and cocoa notes with a backdrop of spicy florals.
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