Donkey Cafe
Gingerbread Man Seasonal Espresso (reviewed for drip applications)
| Roaster Location: | Kaohsiung City, Taiwan |
| Coffee Origin: | Yirgacheffe growing region, Ethiopia; Toraja growing region, Sulawesi, Indonesia; Costa Rica. |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Light |
| Agtron: | 60/76 |
| Est. Price: | NT $450/8 ounces |
| Review Date: | February 2014 |
| Aroma: | 8 |
| Acidity: | 8 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 9 |
| Aftertaste: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
Sweet-toned, rich; delicately complex. Honey, almond, dark chocolate enlivened by floral top notes in aroma and cup. Deep, resonant acidity; syrupy mouthfeel. Chocolate and flowers sustain nicely in a gently drying finish.
Notes
This blend is comprised of three distinctive origins. Designed for espresso cuisine, but reviewed here for drip and other brewed coffee applications. Donkey Café is an in store nano-roaster based in southern Taiwan that specializes in high-end coffees and fine baked goods. Email [email protected] or call 886-9-86551309 for more information.
Who Should Drink It
Those who prefer quiet, sweet-toned resonance to bright assertion.
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This review originally appeared in the February, 2014 tasting report: State of the Blend 2014
