Blind Assessment

Evaluated as espresso. Richly chocolaty, deeply sweet-savory. Black cherry, hop flowers, magnolia, date, hint of teriyaki in aroma and small cup. Creamy mouthfeel; floral finish with savory undertones. In cappuccino format, savory impulses are all but subsumed in sweet floral notes.

Notes

Produced by smallholding farmers, from local heirloom varieties of Arabica, and processed by the traditional washed method (fruit skin and pulp removed before drying).  Kakalove Café is a nano-roaster located in the small city of Chia-Yi in Taiwan that strives to procure and roast the finest quality coffee. Visit www.kakalovecafe.com.tw or email [email protected] for more information.

Bottom Line

An interestingly savory-leaning espresso whose sweetness harmonizes with its umami throughline, especially in the complex straight shot.

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