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Via Instant Colombia

Roaster Location: Flag of United States Seattle, Washington

4.17(3)

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Bean Source Country: Colombia

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4.17(3)

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    Carol C

    2 roasts rated, avg score of 4.50

    5.00 - Average

    My favorite but a bit expensive!
    1 year ago · See more from Carol
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    Theo Chan, Managing Editor

    1854 roasts rated, avg score of 4.31

    4.00 - Average

    3.00 - Aroma

    3.50 - Value

    4.00 - Finish

    4.00 - Flavor

    4.00 - Acidity

    4.00 - Balance

    At first, I wasn't sure what to think of this coffee. My mom loves it, but that first sip had me wondering if our tastes are that different. It was pretty bitter, and the smell had a bit of a burnt note when it was hot. I wasn't sold right away, but I kept drinking it as I headed out for a trail run in the car, and I ended up finishing the cup.

    As it cooled down, the flavors started to shift. The bitterness eased up, and it reminded me of an old-school Colombian Supremo—medium-dark with a nice acidity that had some orange citrus notes. There was a bit of smoke and a subtle spice, which added some depth without being overpowering. I also picked up a slight nuttiness, kind of like walnuts, and a hint of sage that I didn't expect but found pretty enjoyable.

    In the end, it turned out better than I first thought. What seemed like a rough start turned into a decent cup with a mix of flavors that kept me interested. Sometimes, it just takes a little time for a coffee to show you what it's really about.

    Cupping Method:My mom gave me a couple of sticks and I made it at 197F for this test.

    1 year ago · See more from Theo
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    Sporked Reviews

    28 roasts rated, avg score of 3.91

    3.50 - Average

    This review is from Sporked. Since their scoring aligns closely with ours, and they are a trusted review site, we've added these to help people pick their coffee. See the link below for their full write-up.
    1 year ago · See more from Sporked · Social link

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Bean Source Country: Colombia
Colombian coffees are known for their balanced taste, featuring bright acidity, medium body, and a range of flavors, including fruity notes, caramel sweetness, and nutty undertones. Colombia's worldwide reputation for producing great coffee at scale is well-deserved. Increasingly some of the best microlot specialty roasts are coming from Colombia thanks to their expertise in cultivation and process.

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