Barismo
Arlington, Massachusetts
4.45(6)
barismo is a coffee roaster & retailer founded in 2008 in Arlington, MA. Famous in Boston area for cold brew.
Show moreBarismo is a coffee roaster from Arlington, MA United States. We have 5 cataloged roasts with 6 total reviews with a score of 4.45.
| Name | Roast Level | Bean Source |
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4.75(2) |
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5.00(1) |
Medium Dark | International Blend |
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4.50(1) |
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4.00(1) |
- | International Blend |
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4.00(1) |
Light Medium | African Blend |
Top Reviews(6)
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Victoria S-C406 roasts rated, avg score of 4.32
5.00 - Average
5.00 - Acidity
Consistent, smooth, easy to drink, not too bitter, often too dark for me, but this is light. For cold brew, which I dont typically like, a 5. -
Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor1103 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
5.00 - Average
5.00 - Aroma
5.00 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
5.00 - Acidity
5.00 - Balance
Well, over the past 10 years Ive possibly consumed more Barismo than any other roaster, guzzling their cold brew for years. But I had never had their espresso. I know its a seasonal, but this was special. A massive crema, syrupy mouthfeel, and big flavors of chocolate, blackberry, and roasted walnut. It was so good I would have gladly had another right away.Cupping Method:In my car, Doppio from Studio Cafe in Woburn
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Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor
1103 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
4.50 - Average
4.00 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
4.50 - Balance
One of the best cold brews in New England for sure. A few of us coffee connoisseurs in Lincoln, MA actually drive in for it and pick it up for each other. Fruity, balanced, clean, crisp. It's heaven on a summer day.Cupping Method:Cold brew from shop, multiple tries (we drive into Arlington to get it)
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Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor
1103 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
4.50 - Average
4.50 - Finish
4.50 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
4.50 - Balance
Light, fruity, smooth cold brew. Maybe dangerously chuggable. Hadnt previously seen Cold Still? but this can tasted very fresh. Maybe a little crisper than the tap version I had earlier in the week from Barismo store. And definitely crisper than the corporate version I enjoyed in the office for many years.Cupping Method:Can purchased from Barismo in Arlington
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Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor
1103 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
4.00 - Average
4.00 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
4.00 - Flavor
4.00 - Acidity
4.00 - Balance
Interesting. I tried this blind and thought African/Central American blend. Very drinkable, very smooth, very fruity. A lot of apple and white grape. Plesant black tea accent throughout. Nice mouthfeel and clean finish. I dont get tons of complexity, but a nice coffee you'd be happy with any day of the week.Cupping Method:Pourover from Barismo store in Arlington, MA
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Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor
1103 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
4.00 - Average
4.00 - Aroma
4.00 - Finish
3.50 - Flavor
4.00 - Acidity
4.00 - Balance
This is a very easy-to-drink African blend, especially once cool, that is very smooth. I don't get a lot of complexity, and there may be some lingering notes some folks one like (but they are very light). Something like a grapefruit rind or licorice. The licorice to me was a hint of black, not red as Barismo's tasting notes indicated. I think you have to be a specialty coffee flavor squinter to pick it up. The acidity and complexity are on the low side. Reminds me of a solid breakfast blend in a lot of ways.Cupping Method:Pourover at Barismo in Arlington
