Single O
Reservoir

Roaster Location: Flag of Australia Sydney

5.00(1)

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Bean Source Country: African Blend
Espresso

Reservoir, roasted by Single O, has been a staple at the café on Reservoir Street since 2003. Recognized for its structured profile and consistency, it was first popular as a straight espresso and is now often enjoyed in split shots. It continues to be appreciated for its bright, approachable character.

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Traits: stone fruit vibrant bright acidity

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    376 roasts rated, avg score of 4.96

    5.00 - Average

    I am an avid espresso drinker, and I always get one every single day because it keeps me sharp whenever I am on the road handling jobs across Sydney.

    I have tried many espressos, but the best one I've ever had was at Single O in Surry Hills, Sydney. They used their Reservoir Blend beans, which were roasted a few days before I had them, so the flavour was at its peak. The shot had a thick caramel-coloured crema on top and the aroma hit as soon as it landed on the counter. The flavour was bold and rich with nuances of dark chocolate, roasted hazelnuts and even a tart citrus note to balance the sweetness.

    The finish was clean, smooth and without any burnt aftertaste, suggesting that the temperature and extraction were spot on. The espresso was balanced from start to finish, and it had that nice cocoa feel on the tongue that comes only from a perfectly pulled espresso.

    Cupping Method:This is part of our Man on the Street best espresso series. This pick comes from Daniel Vasilevski (profile link below).

    9 months ago · See more from Expert Picks · Social link

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Bean Source Country: African Blend
African blend coffee is a combination of coffee beans from different African regions, such as Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. Many regions in Africa have distinct characteristics, and the best African blends harmonize those traits.
Espresso
Espresso is a concentrated coffee beverage brewed by forcing hot water through finely-ground coffee beans under high pressure. It is characterized by its rich flavor and distinctive crema, which is the creamy layer that forms on top of the extracted process. When evaluating espresso, coffee experts often focus on key tasting characteristics such as aroma, flavor, body, and aftertaste. Aroma refers to the fragrant smells released during brewing, while flavor encompasses the coffee's overall taste profile, including notes of sweetness, bitterness, acidity, and richness. Body refers to the coffee's texture or mouthfeel, with descriptors like full-bodied, medium-bodied, or light-bodied. Aftertaste, or the finish, pertains to the lingering flavors and sensations experienced after swallowing the coffee. A well-prepared espresso is prized for its balance and complexity, combining these sensory attributes into a harmonious whole.

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