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All Reviews(6)
1408 roasts rated, avg score of 4.29
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5.00 - Acidity
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Cupping Method:Doppio at Old Mill Cafe in Chelmsford, MA
1408 roasts rated, avg score of 4.29
5.00 - Average
4.50 - Aroma
5.00 - Value
4.50 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
5.00 - Acidity
5.00 - Balance
Cupping Method:Drip at Old Mill in Chelmsford, MA
1408 roasts rated, avg score of 4.29
4.50 - Average
4.50 - Aroma
4.50 - Value
4.50 - Finish
4.50 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
4.50 - Balance
Cupping Method:Doppio at Old Mill in Chelmsford (Rocket espresso), home as espresso and cortado.
93 roasts rated, avg score of 4.24
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3.00 - Flavor
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Cupping Method:Hario V60 pour over
169 roasts rated, avg score of 4.26
4.00 - Average
3.50 - Aroma
4.00 - Flavor
4.00 - Acidity
4.00 - Balance
I had a really good experience with the espresso. At the Old Mill in Chelmsford, I bought a bag and actually the barista and I sampled it. We both really liked it. I had also had a doppio of Point Break earlier in the day (one of the better espressos I've had this year). I give a slight edge to Point Break although they seem fairly similar in composition. I think Point Break is just a touch more complex and refined. With the Beach Bum, it has a nice strand of acidity to go with the flavors of high-quality dark chocolate, a touch of caramel, and a raspberry/wine character.
A nice coffee flavor that was easy to drink. It was well balanced with a nice, light feel.
I didnt realize this was an espresso when I brewed it, and I made it as a pour over. It left too much of a bitter aftertaste for me, but otherwise it was smooth and interesting. I wonder if it would be less bitter as an espresso drink.