Blind Assessment

Roast-muted, wood-framed. Earthy, sweetly savory. Treacle, fresh-turned soil, scorched fir, lily, date in aroma and cup. Sharp, astringent acidity; bitter but viscous mouthfeel. Smoky, woody finish with undertones of lily.

Notes

No origin information provided except “Sumatra.” Starbucks Corporation is an American multinational chain of coffeehouses and roastery reserves headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Visit www.starbucks.com for more information.

Bottom Line

A not-terribly-appealing dark-roast Sumatra with some sweetness underneath the bitter and just a hint of Sumatra sweet-earthy character.

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