Posts from the ‘Reviews’ Category

  • Kuma Coffee

    Gethumbwini, Kenya From Kuma Coffee

    January 28th, 2012 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | No Comments

    The Coffee Beans: Gethumbwini, Kenya Roaster: Kuma Coffee Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: Clever Dripper Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 (medium + grind) Bean/Water Ratio: 26/350g / 2 minute infusion / 1:30 drop Notes: Aroma is very mellow with a sugary sweetness claiming the first introduction. Underneath honey flows through and then the [...]

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  • Bird Rock Coffee Roasters

    Guatemala Finca El Injerto Maragogype From Bird Rock Coffee Roasters

    January 25th, 2012 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | 1 Comment

    The Coffee Beans: Guatemala Finca El Injerto Maragogype Roaster: Bird Rock Coffee Roasters Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: AeroPress w/ Able Brewing Disk Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 + Micro Adjust to “F” Bean/Water Ratio: 17/220g 1 minute infusion / 45 sec plunge Notes: Aroma carries a sugar cane and doughnut sweetness while [...]

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  • Kuma Coffee

    Honeypot Espresso From Kuma Coffee

    January 19th, 2012 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | 7 Comments

    The Coffee Beans: Honeypot Espresso Roaster: Kuma Coffee Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: Clever Dripper Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 Bean/Water Ratio: 26/350g / 3min infusion / 1:30 drop Notes: A perfect summer coffee featuring a honey sweetness, perfect for those hot days, and and delicious berry like play that reminds me of [...]

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    Review: Honduras Bertilio Reyes Portillo From New Harvest Coffee

    January 16th, 2012 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | No Comments

    The Coffee Beans: Honduras Bertilio Reyes Portillo Roaster: New Harvest Coffee Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: Clever Dripper Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 Bean/Water Ratio: 26/350g 3 minute infusion / 1:30 press Notes: Juicy grapes upfront, sweet honey, and tart strawberries make up the aroma of the coffee. Each sip follows with a [...]

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  • Kuma Coffee

    Review: Panama Elida Estate From Kuma Coffee

    January 10th, 2012 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | 3 Comments

    The Coffee Beans: Panama Elida Estate Roaster: Kuma Coffee Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: Clever Dripper Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 Bean/Water Ratio: 30/350g 30 second bloom (100g) / 2 minute infusion / 1:30 drop Notes: Delicate flowers flow out from the cup with a deep blackberry note. A hint of blueberry starts [...]

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  • Kuma Coffee

    Review: Nombre De Dios, El Salvador From Kuma Coffee

    January 7th, 2012 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | No Comments

    The Coffee Beans: Nombre De Dios, El Salvador Roaster: Kuma Coffee Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: AeroPress w/ Able Brewing Disk Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 (medium+ grind) Bean/Water Ratio: 19/230g 1 minute infusion / 45 second press Notes: The aroma carries and warm and inviting mix of honey, juicy apples, caramel, and [...]

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  • Kuma Coffee

    Review: Panama Elida Natural From Kuma Coffee

    December 31st, 2011 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | 1 Comment

    The Coffee Beans: Panama Elida Natural Roaster: Kuma Coffee Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: AeroPress w/ Able Brewing Disk Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 (medium+ grind) Bean/Water Ratio: 19/230g 1 minute infusion / 45 second press Notes: Blueberries, melon, honey, and watermelon fill my nose with all kinds of sweetness. Each sip has [...]

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  • MadCap Coffee Company

    Review: Holiday Fusion From MadCap Coffee Company

    December 28th, 2011 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | 3 Comments

    The Coffee Beans: Holiday Fusion Blend Roaster: MadCap Coffee Company Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: AeroPress w/ Able Disk Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 (medium+ grind) Bean/Water Ratio: 19/230g 1 minute infusion / 45 sec press Notes: Aroma carries a fruit loop goodness with a light caramel sweetness, and sparkling cranberries behind it. [...]

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  • Doma Coffee

    Review: Guatemala El Tambor From Doma Coffee

    December 18th, 2011 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | No Comments

    The Coffee Beans: Guatemala El Tambor Roaster: Doma Coffee Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: AeroPress w/ Able Disk Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 Bean/Water Ratio: 19/230g 1min steep / 45sec press Notes: Aroma is heavy with chocolate, and a molasses like sweetness. Each sip carries a heavy body. Underneath, chocolate and a light [...]

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  • Karinga, Kenya

    Review: Karinga, Kenya From Tonx Coffee

    December 14th, 2011 | Blog, Reviews | Jamie | No Comments

    The Coffee Beans: Karinga, Kenya Roaster: Tonx Coffee Equipment/Brewing Method Brew Method: AeroPress w/ Able Brewing Disk Grinder/Grind Size: Baratza Virtuoso Preciso – Dial 24 Bean/Water Ratio: 19/230g 1 minute steep / 45 second plunge Notes: Sweet coconut flows from the cup with chocolate following right behind reminding me of almond joy candy. Underneath, vanilla [...]

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