Blind Assessment

Rich-toned, deeply layered, juicy-bright. Black cherry, magnolia, cocoa nib, marjoram, cedar in aroma and cup. Richly sweet-tart structure with high-toned acidity; plush, syrupy mouthfeel. Resonantly sweet finish with tart fruit up front and sweet florals underneath.

Notes

Made entirely from trees of the Red Bourbon variety of Arabica and grown on Hula Daddy’s higher elevation farm; processed by the traditional washed method (fruit skin and flesh removed before drying). This presentation of the coffee is named for co-owner Karen Paterson, whose middle name is Jue and whose favorite coffee is the Red Bourbon. Hula Daddy is a boutique coffee producer with farms at the 1,400 and 2,500-foot levels of the Mount Hualalai volcano near the northern end of the Kona growing district, five minutes above the town of Kailua-Kona. Visit www.huladaddy.com or call 888-553-2339 for more information.

Bottom Line

Balanced, deep-toned and nuanced throughout, this washed Kona Red Bourbon is lively and enticing with crisp cocoa, tart fruit and sweet floral notes as anchor.

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