Batdorf & Bronson
Organic Fair-Trade Costa Rica
| Roaster Location: | Olympia, Washington |
| Coffee Origin: | Tarrazu growing region, Central Costa Rica |
| Roast Level: | Medium |
| Agtron: | 47/63 |
| Est. Price: | NA |
| Review Date: | August 2005 |
| Aroma: | 7 |
| Acidity: | 7 |
| Body: | 8 |
| Flavor: | 8 |
| Aftertaste: | 8 |
Blind Assessment
Muted aroma with notes that Ken called "quietly pungent" and co-cupper Rodger "smoky." Ken also found pleasantly floral top notes as well. In the cup substantial body and smooth mouthfeel; the pungent notes in the aroma reappear as nut (Rodger) or semi-sweet chocolate (Ken). Simple, sweet short finish, very slight astringency in the long.
Notes
Certified organically grown and Fair-Traded, meaning small-holding farmers have been paid a formula-determined fair or economically sustainable price for their coffee. In this case the farmers are part of a cooperative of 42 family-owned farms in the distinguished, high-altitude Tarrazu growing region. Batdorf & Bronson is a premium wholesale specialty roaster with a long and honorable commitment to quality and sound relationships with growers. Visit www.batdorfcoffee.com or call 800-955-5282 for more information.
Who Should Drink It
Those who prefer their salmon smoked.
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This review originally appeared in the August, 2005 tasting report: Aromatic Neighbors: Current Crop Panamas and Costa Ricas
