Review Date: May 2020
Color: 9 / 10
Aroma: 19 / 20
Flavour: 21 / 25
Finish: 17 / 20
Overall Quality: 22 / 25
Total Points: 88 / 100
Review:
This new coffee carries a typical aroma of sourness comparable to that of a citrus fruit with notes of orange, apricot and a hint of smoked grains. The roasters at Blue Tokai also mention likeliness to strawberries and blood orange. Initially seems to be a bit too acidic and it took me a couple of brews to figure out the right balance. This coffee has a pungent bite to it and can taste bitter at smaller grind sizes. Will take time to figure out the best way to brew it. Overall, it has a decent structure and finish to it. Pretty straight-forward as a coffee. Not complex.
Best for: Pourovers, Iced-pourovers, Cold brew
Worst for: Espresso
Pro tips:
Use a brew ratio of 1:15 and higher for a better balance
Purge by adding 10% water to reduce acidity
User coarser grinds to avoid too many bitters
Final verdict: Can buy if you are into simple but fresh, citrusy medium to light roasted coffees
Price: Rs 480 for 250g
Roaster: Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters
Roast level: Medium
Type: Single Estate
Estate Name: Harley Estate
Altitude: 945 - 1040m
Location: Sakleshpur
Processing: Natural
Varietal: SLN.9
Disclaimer: Views are personal. These reviews are based on the 100 point ratings system designed by the author.
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