The Roasterie
40 Sardines Blend
| Roaster Location: | Kansas City, Missouri |
| Coffee Origin: | Not disclosed |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Dark |
| Agtron: | 45/49 |
| Review Date: | April 2004 |
| Aroma: | 8 |
| Acidity: | 7 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
The aroma is roasty and quite sweet, with high-toned cedar and chocolate notes. Round and full in the cup, with a buttery mouthfeel and a balance of gentle roast tones and a tickle of sweet, fruit-toned acidity.
Notes
Served at 40 Sardines, a recently opened Kansas City bistro-style effort by James-Beard-recognized chefs Debbie Gold and Michael Smith. The Roasterie is a leading, quality-oriented specialty roaster that emphasizes its commitment to "air roasting," a technology utilizing a column of hot air rather than the conventional turning drum to agitate the roasting beans. Visit
Who Should Drink It
Those who maximize pleasure and minimize conflict.
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This review originally appeared in the April, 2004 tasting report: Coffee from Celebrity Chefs (or their Restaurants)
