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Whiskey Barrel Aged Guatemala

Roaster Location: Flag of United States Seattle, Washington

2.50(1)

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Bean Source Country: Guatemala
Espresso

Full Name: Knob Creek Bourbon Whiskey Barrel Aged Guatemala

Character: Elegant, smooth, and sweet with complex layers of chocolate and fruit.

The most profound coffee expertise meets the legacy of a legendary Kentucky distillery. For our latest barrel-aged coffee, we used an extraordinary lot of Guatemalan beans, tended carefully throughout the aging process in Knob Creek® Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey barrels. The result is a showstopper, a cup even more significant than the sum of its parts, with mellow sweetness, notes of chocolate, hints of stone fruit, and an aura of rich oak. In the cup, something almost mythical occurs: a dance of unprecedented flavors. A mingling of coffee and spirits. A joining of traditions.

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    Theo Chan, Managing Editor

    1417 roasts rated, avg score of 4.29

    2.50 - Average

    I thought this Knob Creek Whiskey Barrel Aged Guatemala was horrible. I was expecting a little spice or oak infusion here to accent the coffee but I think its just too strong. It was stronger than Id wanted in any mixed drinks. I actually recoiled. I wouldnt even call it coffee.

    Cupping Method:Sampled it as cold brew at the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in New York City

    1 year ago · See more from Theo

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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.
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—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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