Friday, April 25, 2008

Zirikana, Rwanda (Intelligenstia)

Regions: Byumba Province, District of Humure.
Varietals: Bourbon.
Altitude: 1500-1900 m.
Harvest: April- June.

Flavor: Tropical fruit, poegranate, brown sugar.
Acidity: Lemony, juicy
Finish: Glean, sweet, satisfying.

Notes: This is a very solid roast; with a decent flavor and with a good texture.

Grade 1.B +
Grade 2. A -
Grade 3. B +

Friday, April 4, 2008

Persephone and Alchemy (Intelligenstia)

Regions: Central America, East Africa
Varietal: Bourbon
Altitude: 1500-1900 m.
Harvest: April - June

Flavor: Honeydew melon, pear
Acidity: Balanced, crisp
Finish: Hazelnut, Butterscotch

This is very good cup of coffee. I like the creamy texture and this nice clean flavor.
This is one of the higher quality blends.

Grade 1. A-
Grade 2. B+
Grade 3. A