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Guatemala Casi Cielo Single-Origin

Roaster Location: Flag of United States Seattle, Washington

3.33(3)

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Roast Level: Medium
Bean Source Country: Guatemala
Varietal: Arabica

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Traits: cocoa nibs meyer lemon

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3.33(3)

3 ratings
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    Theo Chan, Managing Editor

    1352 roasts rated, avg score of 4.29

    3.00 - Average

    3.50 - Aroma

    3.00 - Finish

    3.00 - Flavor

    3.00 - Acidity

    3.00 - Balance

    When I first opened the Starbucks Guatemala Casi Cielo bag, the beans had a bit of an oily sheen. Made me wonder if they might be over-roasted. Though it's tagged as a medium roast, it felt closer to a medium-dark vibe. If that's your jam, you might be into it. Personally, I thought it leaned a tad too dark for a medium and could've used a bit more balance.

    Brewing it up as a filter coffee, I didn't catch much of the promised acidity. The bag mentioned notes of bright Meyer lemon and cocoa nibs. I mainly got the chocolatey feel, which was pleasant until a slightly burnt aftertaste came into play. It's decent, but I'd probably rate it a three-star for filter.

    As an espresso though, it shined a bit more. Got a nice nutty and caramel vibe with just a hint of that burnt taste. Plus, the crema was pretty good. For an espresso spin, I'd bump it up to 3.5 stars.

    Cupping Method:Chemex pourover and espresso at 95 Celsius

    Traits: smooth carbon
    1 year ago · See more from Theo
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    Emily Schadler

    93 roasts rated, avg score of 4.24

    3.00 - Average

    Though this is supposed to be an especially good roast from Starbucks, it didnt taste very special to me. It wasnt bad, but it landed pretty flat. No complexity and a little too dark for my taste.

    Cupping Method:Hario V60 Pourover

    1 year ago · See more from Emily
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    Scott Greenaway

    164 roasts rated, avg score of 4.26

    4.00 - Average

    3.50 - Aroma

    4.00 - Finish

    4.00 - Flavor

    2.50 - Acidity

    4.00 - Balance

    A solid dark roast flavor, highlighting cacao notes with a hint of nuttiness. The flavor was strong with enough nuance to keep me interested.
    1 year ago · See more from Scott

More Details

Roast Level: Medium
Medium roast coffee balances the beans' natural flavors and the roasting process, providing a well-rounded taste profile. When selecting a medium roast, look for a balance of acidity and sweetness, with caramel, nuts, and chocolate notes and a medium body.
Bean Source Country: Guatemala
Guatemala is one of the main coffee-producing countries in Central America. Its volcanic soil and altitude make it ideal for producing quality arabica.
Coffee in Guatemala is grown in the high-altitude regions of the country. The country is known for producing high-quality Arabica beans, known for their well-balanced, rich, and complex flavors with notes of chocolate, fruit, and nuts with great acidity. The volcanic soil and favorable climate conditions contribute to the unique taste profile of Guatemalan coffee. The coffee industry is a significant part of the country's economy, with small-scale farmers and cooperatives being the primary producers. Guatemala represents around 2% of the world's coffee production, but due to its reputation for high quality, has an outsized impact in specialty roasts.

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