JBC Coffee Roasters
Guatemala Quiche Chajulense Fair Trade Organic
| Roaster Location: | Madison, Wisconsin |
| Coffee Origin: | Quiche Department, Guatemala. |
| Roast Level: | Medium-Light |
| Agtron: | 58/74 |
| Est. Price: | $12.95/12 ounces |
| Review Date: | October 2011 |
| Aroma: | 8 |
| Acidity: | 8 |
| Body: | 9 |
| Flavor: | 8 |
| Aftertaste: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
Low-toned, with pungent earthy and cedary notes supporting tart citrus and strawberry. Rich acidity; syrupy but lively mouthfeel. Sweet-toned and deep in the finish.
Notes
This coffee is certified organically grown and Fair-Trade certified, meaning it was purchased from small-holding farmers at a "fair" or economically sustainable price. Grown and processed by the Chajulense cooperative, a group of 1,800 indigenous farmers in Guatemala's Quiché Department. JBC Coffee Roasters (formerly Johnson Brothers Coffee Roasters) is a distinguished small-batch roasting company. Visit www.jbccoffeeroasters.com or call 608-256-5282 for more information.
Who Should Drink It
Lovers of red table wines that pleasingly balance fruit and oak.
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This review originally appeared in the October, 2011 tasting report: Equipment Review: Aeropress Coffee Maker
