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Coffee Story
Description
The El Salvador Santa Ana was carefully roasted for you by Topeca Coffee Roasters. The Santa Ana label is reserved for coffees grown at some of the highest lots of Finca el Manzano. These coffees coffee take longer to ripen and result in a cup with more complex acidity and floral aromas. This Direct Trade coffee has a sweet vanilla and caramel base, with a juicy acidity and floral aroma.
Origin
Country
El Salvador
Region
Santa Ana
Altitude
1300 - 1550
Variety
Bourbon and Pacamara
Process
Fully Washed
Producer
Emilio Lopez Diaz Customer Reviews
Crema+
1/26/2023
didnt love this one, the dark nutty flavor is not my favorite, i feel it was too bitter.
1/24/2023
Very tasty
1/3/2023
I was getting a lot more of the caramel/nutty notes with this one. Still a good flavor, wish it was a bit brighter flavor-wise.
8/19/2022
definitely taste the caramel and floral notes, it is a good coffee
7/5/2022
Pretty boring
6/21/2022
Not a particularly interesting coffee.
3/2/2022
Was our favorite so far.
1/17/2022
Was never able to brew a really good cup. Not bad, just meh, all around.
12/28/2021
This was fantastic. The caramel was amazing.
11/28/2021
Vanilla, not to acidic. Absolutely delicious and relatively sweet.
9/23/2021
too light for me
8/29/2021
This was a joy to drink. Bravo
7/13/2021
Pretty good!
4/8/2021
The floral notes were tasty. The nutty flavor was surprising (in a good way)
3/6/2021
Not sure what I’m doing wrong with this cup, but the flavor just wasn’t there
2/21/2021
Delicious!
1/9/2021
Really nice flavor...I love vanilla so much, that is the only flavor I would add more of
9/17/2020
The fragrance certainly gives of a floral aroma, but tasting notes consist of nut, milk chocolate, and velvet in my opinion. Really liking this batch!
8/4/2020
Very light coffee with a smooth and clean finish, floral is a good description. Excellent morning coffee.
6/1/2020
One of the best coffees I've ever had!
3/18/2020
Nothing special or interesting, not a fan.
3/4/2020
Didn’t love it. Kind of dark for my tastes.
2/11/2020
Very smooth flavors
2/9/2020
A little bit better than the last one, but still has some bitterness on the back end that we don't love.
2/9/2020
Revised review: when I first tried this, I didn't like it much, but I've drank some more and realized that I like it pretty well. I had the flu for a week or so, and I think it made everything taste bad!
2/8/2020
Yuck. Did not enjoy this at all. Dark, muddy, bitter notes were dominant in this bean.
1/25/2020
Just ok. A bit bland and uninteresting
1/17/2020
Good but not as good as previous shipment. Very mild.
1/15/2020
I enjoyed it in my espresso machine. I found it a little dull as a pour over coffee.
1/7/2020
Too light for my preference, though the flavor profile was very nice. Just didn't do a whole lot for me.
12/11/2019
Ok
10/23/2019
Not a whole lot of flavor
7/18/2019
Good taste. Nice aftertaste notes that are sweet.
7/11/2019
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7/2/2019
It’s very smooth and easy drinking though I’m more interested in single origins at the moment.
6/23/2019
Perfect.
6/5/2019
Too light, not enough flavor
6/2/2019
Nice acidity. I'm not used to it but its not unwelcome. I got a bit of a cold so its hard to pick up on other things.
5/16/2019
It was very smooth and floral for sure! I enjoyed the difference in taste compared to other El Savador's I've had. Definitly one of the best I've had.
5/3/2019
It's a blend, pretty bland but still drinkable.
4/24/2019
Good
4/19/2019
Still getting used to the pour over technique and to the lighter roast. I'm finding this very accessible when properly dialed in. Very fruity and I guess, "juicy". I caught some jasmine aroma and lime flavor notes. A great afternoon pick-me-up.
3/31/2019
Its great!
3/30/2019
It was slightly bitter and too much citrus notes.
3/20/2019
Really enjoyed the citrus and floral notes. It was just a bit too acidic, though.
Interestingly, it gets better as it starts to cool down.
Interestingly, it gets better as it starts to cool down.
3/15/2019
Decent, but nothing special. More earthy than citrus.
3/13/2019
1. Exactly what I was looking for
3/4/2019
It’s a great coffee given the comparisons of what is available in my town. Such as Noble Coffee or Case Coffee. More similar to Noble’s darker, floral notes than Case’s sour, citrus notes. That’s a good thing. Too light of a roast and it doesn’t seem like morning coffee.
2/11/2019
Balanced & flavorful. I liked its juiciness, though it was on the cusp of being too acidic for me.
1/29/2019
I like the aroma and flavor. It's a little on the thin/light side. This could be because I'm not using my regular filters this week. But overall I like it.
I just started this bag today and I'm still working on a bag I got locally. Can we delay the next shipment for an additional week?
I just started this bag today and I'm still working on a bag I got locally. Can we delay the next shipment for an additional week?
1/12/2019
Pretty solid!
1/9/2019
Solid, perhaps a little too light. Either bad brewing (probably) or lacking in significant flavor
1/4/2019
Fruity and balanced. Really enjoyed this roast!
12/25/2018
Loved it! Great as a pour over.
12/10/2018
A little roasty which took away from some of the more delicate notes in the coffee
11/20/2018
Pretty good
11/19/2018
Very good
11/14/2018
3.5 stars. My favorite Central American coffees have a richer, thicker body but with notes of brightness balancing on top. This seemed a bit too delicate?
This service will challenge me to increase my tasting vocabulary! Looking forward to more coffee!
This service will challenge me to increase my tasting vocabulary! Looking forward to more coffee!
11/6/2018
Awesome pick! I really loved this coffee in my chemex. I would say it had the floral notes and smoothness that I enjoy. My wife can even drink it black.
11/3/2018
Too weak, have to use quite a bit of extra grounds to make it taste just ok.
11/2/2018
It was great but tasted a little sour towards the end of the cup.
10/23/2018
Enjoyed a little less than our first. Seems to be acidic and dry. Our first coffe had such a round and full flavor. This one is a little harsher and bitter. Maybe it’s the caramel and dry chocolate notes. Seems to me like the floral notes don’t really come through.
While still delicious, the round berry notes in our Ethiopia from Coava were preferable.
While still delicious, the round berry notes in our Ethiopia from Coava were preferable.
10/17/2018
I enjoyed how bright this coffee was. It was easy to dial into my machine.
10/15/2018
I selected this one on my own to try to step out of my comfort zone, and I regret it. The "juicy acidity" is just sour to me - it is a note that is really not for me.
10/1/2018
A tasty fall cup. Dried fruit/baking spice/toffee are the primary notes, revealing more stewed fruit on the mid-palate as it cools. Nicely balanced acidity and a dry coca-powder finish. Overall quite nice, if a bit subdued.
9/22/2018
Didn't quite get the fruit flavors as much as I'd like, not bad overall.
9/15/2018
Nice smooth flavor, taste
7/31/2018
Compared to the Verve Colombia Rio Blanco we thought this was less flavorful. The smell of the beans wasn't nearly as fragrant either. The beans are darker in color and not as "washed" so our expectation was something more robust. I think this should help narrow the direction for the 3rd shipment.
7/15/2018
Nice but not jaw dropping. Was hoping to be more fragrant.
7/11/2018
Delicious vanilla caramel notes. Mellow and smooth. Ordering again from the roaster to try this as cold brew.
4/25/2018
this one was ok - I think I like chocolatey/nutty better and maybe less acid/floral.
4/10/2018
I couldn't figure out how to brew this one! I should have googled around more. The first few cups came out suuuper bitter. Had to mess around with the temperature. Eventually got something that was ok. (used aeropress &pour over)
3/30/2018
Has a black tea flavor when cooled. Not my fav
3/26/2018
Good, but seemed a little more fruity than the others.
3/23/2018
Was difficult to get real flavor I was looking for with various brew methods (v60, french press, american press, aero press).
3/17/2018
I am really enjoying this one. This feels more floral and light compared to the Anodyne. I enjoy the vanilla and dried apple note especially.
3/16/2018
No particular complaints, but I thought the flavors were too delicate.
3/8/2018
Very good. It was complex - sweet with a little bit of acidity. My wife liked it too.
2/19/2018
The coffee was very good because of the bright floral notes, and was very good as a straight espresso. I prefer the coffee to be a little richer, with some chocolate notes. The coffee became a little muted with the addition of steamed milk.
2/11/2018
Nice. But find this one a bit too acidic.
2/10/2018
Really liked this one!
2/4/2018
Delicate but forgettable.
1/29/2018
Loved this one. Really great in the Chemex--the light, sweet taste was great. I like having these sometimes, to contrast the chocolatey ones (like the intelligentsia #1, which I also loved but tasted quite different).
1/28/2018
Certainly a good coffee. I appreciate that this shipment was much fresher than the previous.
1/22/2018
We like this coffee, but have received it so many times by now (in a little over a year of using Mistobox, probably 7 times) so we are ready for something new!
1/22/2018
Not much to this one, compared to others in category. Still good, but nothing stands out.
1/18/2018
It was good but it’s not my fav type of coffee. I would prefer a coffee with more berry, fruity, Bright, which this coffee was more subtle, chill, chocolatey.
1/13/2018
This was a decent light roast. I didn't really get any bloom when I used my pour-over Chemex. This was possibly one of the smoothest coffees I've had. However, with that came very little taste notes. I noticed a very low hint of citrus. I did not notice any other tasting notes.
12/9/2017
Did not enjoy this his at all. Almost no flavor. I tried a pour over, aero press, and French press. I tried various temperatures and brew lengths, but I just couldn’t make a good cup.
11/14/2017
Not a fan or the floral flavors
9/6/2017
Moderately bright + light. Minimal bloom growth and release of gases. I got my best flavor out of about a minute long bloom and a 15:1 ratio.
8/15/2017
Lemonade like sourness.
1/7/2017
Really enjoyed this. I wish I had more tasting notes, but I don't. I used it in a chemex and it tasted really nice.
12/21/2016
light and tasty good for my breakfast time
12/8/2016
This is the sort of coffee that I love. I love anything with a bit of citrus that leaves a bright, interesting flavor lingering. What's even better- this coffee got BETTER as it cooled off. It was a unique experience drinking it when it was hot, then warm, then cold. So you could make a French Press or a big cup of this and enjoy it for hours. This is what I call a 'studio' coffee- great for sipping on when you're being artsy in the studio, even if that studio happens to currently be my dining room. It makes me feel much fancier than I actually am.
12/5/2016
Good, but not our favorite so far.
12/3/2016
Flavorful and rich. Enjoyed the aroma and lasting, rich flavor.
11/26/2016
Maybe a bit too light for me, but good beans
11/25/2016
Surprisingly, I like this one the Topeca the most among the four. I would like to try something like this but darker
11/25/2016
I did not care for the floral notes when brewed at my standard brew strength of med to strong. When brewed weaker it was drinkable but not overly enjoyable.
11/24/2016
This coffee was okay. Our preference is a darker roast, this felt lighter somewhat "thinner" on the feel and taste
11/23/2016
Very little aroma either from beans or brewed coffee. Didn't get any floral notes or brightness. Pretty boring.
11/21/2016
Did not care for the acidity
11/19/2016
pleasant cup of coffee
11/18/2016
Of the variety pack in the first shipment, this was our favorite. Unfortunately, it was a month ago so I can't remember the specifics of what we liked!
11/16/2016
Dried out beans, bitter taste
11/15/2016
Very light and mellow - maybe a little too light, but really enjoyed it. I made this one with a french press instead of my usual chemex.
11/14/2016
ok but too light and has a, well, "acidic aftertaste" is the best I can describe it
11/7/2016
Not as good as some others, but definitely a pleasant coffee.
11/7/2016
Nice coffee, but a bit too much on the light side for me. If you are a person who likes a smooth, caramelly, non-acidic coffee, this coffee is perfect for you.
11/7/2016
Really enjoyed this one. Flavor goes really well with a vanilla creamer and it is on the lighter side, which is nice for a morning coffee
11/5/2016
Excellent coffee, a variety of subtle notes that make for an intriguing cup that needs to be slowly and thoughly enjoyed
11/3/2016
This was a decent cup. It wasn't a memorable experience, but all-in-all it was okay. Not quite the floral/fruity notes I am usually drawn to...which often leads me across the world too, coffee-wise!
11/2/2016
can definitely get the nice vanilla taste and very mellow. can also come across as a bit sour on some sips though.
11/2/2016
Very good cup of coffee, a light roast with a lot of flavor
11/1/2016
The citrus notes were perfect, I liked the lighter feel of it
10/31/2016
Not liking this one at all. Too light a roast and way too acidic for my taste - I can't get past the sourness to detect any of the "nutty" base whatsoever.
10/31/2016
Light and bright. Not as much complexity as I expected though
10/27/2016
too light for our taste
10/23/2016
I liked this one, very mellow but a good light cup of coffee. Love the caramel and vanilla flavor.
10/18/2016
tasty coffee
10/16/2016
Found it a little bitter
10/16/2016
Very smooth! Loved this one
10/15/2016
Less bitter than the Corsica, a little lighter and more balanced. Bold roasty flavors, but lacked the smoky undertone I liked about the Corsica.
10/15/2016
This was our favorite!
10/12/2016
Decent flavor, but lacking in fullness.
10/11/2016
Liked the "brightness" of this bean
10/6/2016
I'm really pleased with this one. Even though it was lighter than I normally like, I liked the sweetness.
10/5/2016
Enjoyed lightness/simple flavor
10/4/2016
This one was a bit too light and watery than I like.
10/4/2016
Excellent coffee. Sweet and nutty flavors and really unique. I loved this!
10/3/2016
Nice rich flavor but not overpowering or oily.
10/1/2016
Just ok. Too light for me. Better in an aero press than French press.
9/22/2016
A wonderful coffee, really fruity and complex.
9/20/2016
Good but too light or mild for me. I prefer a taste that is more robust.
9/18/2016
I thought this was a good light coffee, I liked the sweetness but thought it was just a touch too sweet.
9/18/2016
Liked this one a lot! It seemed warm and comforting, not really bitter or acidic.
9/18/2016
Coffee with good distinguishing features - very citrus forward, maybe overly so. This was tasty, but I don't gravitate towards the sweet-citrusy variety too often.
9/16/2016
Acidic and pungent
9/15/2016
Enjoyed the lightness of this roast as well as the hint of floral.
9/15/2016
Nicely balanced. Medium mouthfeel. Strong floral. Very good for floral lovers, but I'm not one of them! Went back for round 2, & while it's growing on me, I still prefer both the La Colombe Corsica Blend & the Anodyne Peru Cenfrocafe over it.
9/14/2016
Too Sweet for my wifeMiddle of the road for me
9/14/2016
Used with a french press and got a good, solid cup of coffee. I'm just starting to get into better coffee than what you can buy at Target/grocery store. My flavor profiling isn't even close to others so I didn't pick up any specific flavor notes, but both my wife and I enjoyed this coffee.
9/13/2016
too acidic for me
9/11/2016
light and delicious
9/10/2016
A little to light for my taste
9/9/2016
Loved how smooth and sweet it was, however, a medium or darker roast would be better.
9/5/2016
Almost too delicate! Not bold enough for my taste.
9/4/2016
Very clear, notes of black tea, slight hints of nutmeg with a mild sweetness to it. Lacking floral or fruity notes we enjoy
9/3/2016
Tart, a bit thin to my palate
9/2/2016
A little sweet for my taste
9/1/2016
Surprising good. Vanilla and caramel not overpowering.
8/28/2016
I'm learning to enjoy the lighter roast.
8/28/2016
A bit more leather than I expected, yet quite smooth.
8/27/2016
Great cup of coffee!
8/25/2016
Very light but taste wonderful. You definitely taste the caramel flavors. But a bit too light for me, but maybe good once in a while.
8/23/2016
Light. Smooth. Sweet. Very easy to drink. A little bright.Out of the four in this box, I rate it 2nd.
8/22/2016
I love this. It brews a delicious, flavorful cup of coffee that compliments any occasion .
8/20/2016
Another medium bodied and middle of the road flavor, at least to my taste.
8/17/2016
Much too mild and weak for my taste.
8/15/2016
Definitely mellow. Enjoyed the slight sweetness. Struggled with getting weak, flat pour over results. Better from Aeropress for me.
8/11/2016
Purported flirt aromas non existent n
8/11/2016
A lighter profile than I normally like
8/11/2016
Kind of flat flavor, didn't do much for me.
8/10/2016
A good light coffe for the afternoon.
8/6/2016
Starts with a hint of citrus and finishes strong with a smooth nutty/caramel flavor. Good coffee overall but prefer something with a little less citrus notes.
8/4/2016
Not bad, but a bit too bitter on the after-taste, which I'm not a huge fan of. Not dark enough
8/2/2016
This is the best, please send me more like this!!
8/2/2016
Lovely and nutty. Performed really well as espresso (great body and syrup) and as cold brew.
7/31/2016
pretty smooth. good flavor. though on the edge of being too light of a coffee for us
7/31/2016
Light and mellow
7/31/2016
LOVED the flavor on this coffee. Strong with subtle sweetness.
7/28/2016
Favorite single-origin in my sampler. Extremely well balanced, not too strong, and I loved the caramel and vanilla notes. Beautiful aftertaste. I had best results with the Aeropress.
7/23/2016
Inviting nutty aroma, nice sweetness and fruity flavor and finish. Was a bit delicate and fruity for my tastes, though going with a higher coffee:water ratio helped.
7/21/2016
Slightly sour notes. Light roast (not a fan).
7/20/2016
Flavor was really good! Very nutty, which I loved. But Would have wanted it to be a bit more bold and stronger. On its own it was light. When I put half and half the flavor would almost be translusent.
7/18/2016
Good cup of coffee, flavors blended well together. Seemed kind of weak though.
7/12/2016
Fresh and crisp.
7/12/2016
Too acidic
7/11/2016
Liked the distinctive bitter taste.
7/9/2016
I enjoyed this blend. A little different taste than my preferred. A bit dark for my tastes.
7/8/2016
Sour!
7/7/2016
This came as part of a trial pack, and like all of the other coffees in this pack, this one is old and has no coffee taste or smell. Not even when grinding in my burr grinder.
7/7/2016
Excellent balance.
7/7/2016
Very mild, and a bit too mild for me, but true to form to what it's supposed to be and I enjoyed it for that.
7/4/2016
Good roast, not stellar. Out of the samples received, this was probably our favorite.
7/4/2016
Bland. I like my coffee mild, but this is just a step above drinking tea.
7/4/2016
balanced, mild, natural sweetness. My preference is for dark coffees, but this was a fair light roast
7/2/2016
Good, but not as good as the Anodyne. Has some odd notes.
7/1/2016
too mild flavored for my taste
6/30/2016
Wonderful!
6/30/2016
not too bad
6/25/2016
Not my favorite, but not bad. With is was a bit darker.
6/24/2016
Correctly noted as mellow. Did not have an overriding characteristic through a press, but was nicely balanced and sweet.
6/24/2016
Loved this! My favorite out of the samples!
6/24/2016
It's not a bad flavor, but very light in comparison to what we typically drink. We prefer bolder coffees, especially ones with a more robust and thicker flavor.
6/23/2016
Did not like taste too much, tasted better when cooler
6/23/2016
Tasty!
6/23/2016
Delicious, our favorite out of the sample pack so far. Lighter bodied with more complexity than the Corsica blend.
6/22/2016
Light roast, bright cup. Great aroma from pourover.
6/22/2016
Low acidity and very smooth. The nuttiness and caramel were fantastic.
6/22/2016
I'm sure this is a flavor someone enjoys but not my flavor
6/21/2016
We love the flavor of this coffee, but it was difficult to dial in for espresso.
6/19/2016
This was a light, mellow coffee. I did not care for it.
6/16/2016
Tangy, Slightly Acidic, Full Bodied
6/16/2016
Smooth with a hint of sweetness
6/15/2016
**edit. I made the grind more course and got a better brew time. The tasting note on the bag, "Mellow" really captures this one. I enjoy the taste - but not as my main coffee. More a late afternoon brew. Still 4 starts** Having trouble brewing this one. Need to coarsen the grind I think. A little sour. Defiantly a more tea like feel to it. Will make another cup with coarser grind to see if I can cut the brew time and get a better pour.
6/15/2016
The cup was easy to drink given its mellow character, however, it was a a little too mellow for me. I'd like a bit more complexity of flavor. My husband thought it tasted like it had cream in it, and I told him the profile mentioned caramel and vanilla, which ,add that comment abundantly clear. Would be great for some, but not stand out for us.
6/15/2016
Great flavor
6/14/2016
I enjoyed this coffee a bit better than the Corsica Blend. Again, not a cup I could drink every day. Perhaps a bit too acidic for me. I have learned through this that I don't like the dark roasts as I did when I was younger.
6/13/2016
Too light for me.
6/13/2016
Excellent coffee. I love the light, slightly sweet/caramely flavor.
6/12/2016
Good but could be a little stronger for my taste.
6/10/2016
Nice light coffee. I I would drink more of this
6/9/2016
This coffee was ok, not as good as the Corsica blend which I liked best so far. It was still a little weak for my liking.
6/8/2016
Not my favorite, but I still liked it.
6/8/2016
I was pleasantly surprised by this one on two counts, as I normally prefer darker roasted coffees and blends over single origins. Very flavorful.
6/6/2016
This was my favorite of the first 4.
6/5/2016
I wanted to love it, but I thought it was just okay.
6/4/2016
I was really excited to try this coffee but it was really weak and barely tasted like anything.
6/4/2016
kind of weak tasting, bad after-taste, tasted a little sweet
6/2/2016
Delicious cup. Goes great with milk.
5/30/2016
excellent coffee! citrus after-notes make this one of my favorites.
5/30/2016
Slightly citrus with floral notes. I couldn't figure out how to extract this properly.,
5/30/2016
Smooth cup. Starts sweet and floral and finishes at the back of your palate rich and earthy. I brewed it a little stronger than usual for my tastes.
5/29/2016
A sweet, mellow but also well balanced coffee.
5/28/2016
This was a clean tasting coffee. Great for an afternoon pick me up.
5/26/2016
Good for a lighter coffee taste, but I'm a dark roast,person so was a bit light for me
5/25/2016
My favorite in the discovery box, the caramel flavor really came out and played well with the almond milk creamer I use.
5/23/2016
Too acidic and light for my taste
5/22/2016
Smooth and rich flavor
5/22/2016
I thoroughly enjoyed this coffee. Very flavorful.
5/22/2016
Smells good, nice mellow flavor.
5/18/2016
Too light and bright for my taste. Tasted weaker than the others in my discovery box. Was somewhat better as iced coffee (cold brew), but still not for me.
5/18/2016
very weak, little flavor did not hold up to cream
5/18/2016
Nice bold flavor. Not decaf as ordered so I could not drink it.
5/17/2016
Too light.
5/16/2016
didn't like the acidity
5/16/2016
I brewed this twice - once at 33g per 4c, and again at 28g per 4c. I preferred the lighter cup. The coffee in both brews was mellow, but flat and uninspiring. Too dark of a roast. I do not pick up any sweetness, only caramel and smoke.
5/14/2016
earthy complex nose, deep and full bodies, great expression of coffee for the person who wants terroir
5/13/2016
Good, but very very light -- a bit too tea-like, and the fruit-y nose was a bit unexpected. Very easy to drink black though, so a good backup for when we run out of milk!
5/11/2016
Lighter than I usually drink, but with a smooth, nice flavor.
5/11/2016
too woodsy, flavors of pinecones, not sweet at all; wouldn't want more
5/10/2016
Because it was a lighter roast than the espresso roast I like, I used more than normal amount of beans. Still the coffee was weak, but seemed crisp or tart. I didn't taste the sweetness of caramel or vanilla, which I was looking forward to and would have been delightful. Instead, it seemed to have a somewhat sharp edge, maybe kind of citrus?!
5/8/2016
too mellow for me.
5/7/2016
This was alright. The flavor was not deep, but was mellow and very easy to drink (I maxed at 2 Tbs of coffee).
5/6/2016
I really like this for a light roast. I thought that the nutty/woody/leathery taste was really good. I think that I brewed it too light but I still got the flavors. I liked the low acidic sensation. I would like explore more of the lighter roasts.
5/3/2016
Loved this for its mellow feel and caramel taste.
5/2/2016
Not enough coffee flavor. Brews weak. Too much coffee and les water makes for a bitter taste.
5/1/2016
This one was just ok. Kind of bland.
4/29/2016
Another great cup in the discovery box, nutty, citrusy and floral at the same time!! (I brewed it a bit stronger than what I usually do, but it turned out perfect)
4/28/2016
While I do like the overall flavor (a touch of floral/citrus with a bit of oak), this is a bit on the weak side for me. All in all, it is a pleasant cup of coffee. Probably best at night, with a dessert.
4/28/2016
This coffee tasted good, but it just felt too plain and was a little bit sweet for my taste.
4/28/2016
I made this a little stronger than usual. The result was a weak version of Dunkin Donuts regular. (Actually, DD bean coffee is pretty good, but the Indian immigrants who run all the DD shops around Philadelphia tend to brew it weak.) I dumped the rest of the sample pack in with my regular beans.
4/25/2016
I enjoyed this one quite a bit. It had a light flavor with a pleasant mix of nuttiness and floral notes. One of my two favorites in the Discovery Box
4/24/2016
Nice smooth coffee. Very good with a cookie or just to relax.
4/23/2016
Too mellow for me. I would never purchase it.
4/23/2016
I do not prefer this kind of light tasting coffee. It was weak and not strong enough for my liking. The grind was light in coloring if this mkes a difference,
4/22/2016
Light, citrus, a bit sweet, mellow finish.
4/18/2016
Meh
4/17/2016
Our favorite coffee so far!
4/12/2016
Not much taste here unless you like mild tasting coffee.
4/11/2016
It wasn't bad at all, which I understand is a strange thing to say with the one-star rating, but it was just not to my taste. Too light and lacked some complexity for me.
4/11/2016
Very pleasant and enjoyable taste.
4/11/2016
Clean cup of coffee, floral and fragrant
4/10/2016
Not dark enough or acidic enough for us.
4/10/2016
Not bad but I just prefer medium or dark roasts
4/8/2016
Liked the flavor
4/6/2016
accurate.
4/3/2016
Very different taste. I enjoyed the flavor but would not drink every morning.
4/2/2016
I was expecting more sweetness and floral taste in this coffee, but it seems the nutty side dominte in my cup. My bag came in part of the discovery box, that might explain why it did not smell as fresh as it should have been.
3/29/2016
Delicious
3/28/2016
Good coffee but light flavor. Definitely more of a preference-could appreciate it though.
3/25/2016
Brewed over a V60-02. Good acidity and mild flavors for me. Citrus and floral notes present; quite pleasant when brewed with any paper filter pour over.
3/25/2016
Favorite of discovery box. Was really hoping for some more flavor though. I do prefer the lighter roasts that can showcase fruity, sweet, and floral notes. Did as french press and V60. Never got great flavor out of V60 (might have underextracted), but enjoyed carmel afternotes in French press.
3/24/2016
Very nice!
3/21/2016
Good, and one I would drink, but, to me, not quite as solid as the rest.
3/19/2016
Not bad, made a better iced cofee
3/19/2016
Smooth, but too sweet for me.
3/17/2016
Too acidic and tasted citrusy (which I dislike).
3/15/2016
this is the best one, i loved it.
3/15/2016
Very light, tea-like taste, but very flavorful. Floral like taste. Enjoyed it quite a bit, but more for a coffee to enjoy every once in a while. Not strong enough for me for every day, but enjoyed it quite a bit.
3/13/2016
This is my first coffee from Topeca and it was fabulous. Of the four coffees in my Discovery Box it was by far my favorite. When I brewed up a cup my Wife asked if I was was using vanilla-that's how wonderful the flavor notes popped. Awesome stuff.
3/9/2016
Enjoyed the lightness of this coffee. Great for the afternoon. Enjoyed the single origin background as well.
3/3/2016
too weak for me
3/2/2016
Good cup - light body/mouthfeel, with high citrus notes.
3/2/2016
Enjoyed the flavor, but was too light. Kinda felt watered down.
3/2/2016
Far too nutty for me, but I don't usually like light roasts so that's not surprising.
2/29/2016
2.5 stars. This coffee had great potential but ended up being more flat that I expected.
2/26/2016
The flavors were too light and subtle for what I want in coffee, though I liked the sweet, almost creamy taste.
2/26/2016
I really enjoyed this one too and thought it had a unique taste
2/24/2016
very nice flavor
2/24/2016
I thought this one was really unique and I enjoyed it quite a bit as well.
2/21/2016
This was a good, sweeter coffee. I prefer more of a medium roast, but it was still quite enjoyable.
2/20/2016
not sure the floral/citrus notes were for me. don't want to write it off, but i'm skeptical.
2/20/2016
This had a slightly sweet aroma and a light appearance so I was apprehensive about it at first but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I would still say this complements a delicious dessert more than as an anytime cup.
2/19/2016
flavor ok third choice
2/19/2016
a nice mellow cup
2/16/2016
A bit too mild
2/15/2016
This had such an interesting array of flavors. I loved this coffee!
2/13/2016
Oaky,
2/11/2016
Delicious! Bright, nutty and aromatic!
2/10/2016
Another bitter one. Couldn't drink it...
2/10/2016
A very complex coffee with notes of nuts, caramel, and vanilla. It is a very light coffee, even in the Kalita Wave it kept very light on the pallet. A fantastic coffee.
2/9/2016
Balanced and satisfying; mild sweetness that showed up more and more as it cooled; lasting, pleasant finish; nice coffee
2/9/2016
Sour to the point of being almost unfinishable.
2/9/2016
Sorry, but this was disturbingly earthy.
2/8/2016
Love the balance of acidity to the nutty, caramel notes. Very mellow and comforting.
2/7/2016
Very good
2/7/2016
Very much appreciate the earthy notes and the lighter body of the coffee, this works very well for my palate
2/7/2016
weak, didn't get any notes. used french press as always. disappointing
2/6/2016
Really enjoyed this coffee, had a great citrus flavour and a delightful vanilla-like aftertaste.
2/6/2016
Was excited for the caramel mentioned in the tasting notes, but didn't come across. Also left a bitter aftertaste.
2/5/2016
Strangely, we found this light roast coffee more in line with our darker taste preferences than the Anodyne. Comparing the two, we liked the Santa Ana's nuttiness and assertive, yet smooth, start to finish, as opposed to the almost harsh tanginess of the Anodyne. Still not our favorite, though, as we prefer richer, yet distinctive, roasts.
2/4/2016
A lighter roast than what I tend to gravitate towards, the description fits the taste well.
2/4/2016
Not a pleasant beginning note on the coffee. Subsequent sips are better but slightly acidic.
2/3/2016
Great coffee - light and citrusy
2/3/2016
bland
2/2/2016
Not for me
2/2/2016
I loved every single sip of this coffee! It was so comforting mellow.
2/2/2016
Decent, inoffensive. Good for Sunday mornings. Molasses towards the end.
2/2/2016
Don't care for taste. Has an earthly or muddy taste.
2/2/2016
Mediocre
2/1/2016
No depth
2/1/2016
Too acidic
2/1/2016
Iliked this one alot. Had some great flavors. I usually don't love lighter roasts but this was certainly an exceptions.
2/1/2016
Yum,
2/1/2016
Very good, probably the best in the batch.
1/31/2016
Light and kinda sour.
1/30/2016
I always hope for really overpowering flavors that wake you up. The flavors in this coffee were too mellow and left a weird aftertaste that I didn't like.
1/30/2016
Too mild.
1/30/2016
Bland
1/30/2016
I did not like this one.
1/29/2016
I like the complexity, but wish the flavor was more nutty and smooth
1/29/2016
Strange and nutty and a very weird flavor and aftertaste. Really did not like.
1/29/2016
Rounded
1/28/2016
Loved the sweeter flavors that come out of this one! The only problem is I think this light of a roast was a lot harder to grind with my hand grinder, not sure if thats always the case with light roasts, this is definitely the lightest I've tried!
1/28/2016
Interesting taste.
1/28/2016
light and kind of nutty/caramelly, super mellow coffee good for a relaxing morning
1/28/2016
Zero out of 10, did not like it
1/28/2016
Our favorite.
1/28/2016
I found it too bright and acidic for my taste
1/28/2016
Very nice! Delicious, mellow; subtle. Coffee without bitterness.
1/27/2016
We did not enjoy this coffee through french press and Aeropress. It was sour to us.
1/27/2016
Smooth, hint of a nutty flavor. Liked the mild hint of vanilla.
1/27/2016
Surprisingly mellow. Nice and creamy
1/27/2016
A little too sweet/fruity for my taste, but still good
1/26/2016
Very good. Not bitter.
1/26/2016
I really like the nutty notes in this that are well balanced with some slight citrus zest and chocolatey tones. It's not too roasty and bitter, but it also has those notes that I enjoy as well.
1/26/2016
A little too citrusy for my taste
1/26/2016
A little too light for me. Perhaps I could enjoy this with more experience drinking it, but I found it's flavors a little too much on the subtle side, a bit watery.
1/25/2016
Not a fan of nutty flavored coffees, this bean is not for me.
1/25/2016
Light and smooth
1/25/2016
This coffee had a great 'nose' to it as I was drinking it that really surprised me. While I liked the complex nature of the smell and taste, it was not quite bold enough for me to drink on a regular basis.
1/24/2016
Flavorful with no bitterness
1/24/2016
Liked the smoothness of the coffee but was hoping for a bolder taste with out it being bitter
1/24/2016
I like it a little better then the Peru Cenfrocafe.
1/24/2016
Very smooth. Excellent in the french press.
1/24/2016
earthy smell ... nice flavor... a little lite...
1/24/2016
Nice flavor, not bold enough
1/23/2016
Lovely mellow flavor!
1/23/2016
Nice blend, but my preference is for a darker roast.
1/23/2016
Just not my favorite
1/23/2016
Way too light and acidic for my tastes.
1/23/2016
Wasn't really bold enough for me, too light, I prefer La Colombe .
1/22/2016
Solid brew a bit too light and acidic for me, but enjoyable, thinner body and lighter finish
1/22/2016
Light roast, decent flavor but not strong bodied. Good for a single source roast but not my favorite.
1/22/2016
I liked the hint of vanilla and found it o be very enjoyable.
1/21/2016
I was a bit skeptical by this one due to the nutty accents. I can definitely taste a bit more of the acidity and it definitely isn't as bold as I'd like. I think this one just fell a little flat in comparison to La Colombe
1/21/2016
This coffee was to mild for my tastes. It just did not have any personality.
1/21/2016
Too light, too mellow, and too acidic for me.
1/21/2016
We made this pour over this morning with the kalita wave. I brewed with 450 grams water to 30 g of coffee grounds. Some of the flavor notes came through, but it tasted like a dark roast coffee, a little more acidic than what I'm used to. Im going to try this again tomorrow with a different ratio. i tasted some caramel and a tiny bit of vanilla, but it was very smoky.
1/21/2016
More acidic than I typically like.. Preferred it Brewer via aero press rather than pour over
1/21/2016
Our new favorite so far from MistoBox! Just enough sweetness to compliment the overall rich taste of the coffee. Once again, the MistoBox description was spot on.
1/21/2016
Interesting flavor...not sure if I like it.
1/21/2016
I really enjoyed this! Nice, smooth, and the notes were really present! Great coffee.
1/20/2016
I really enjoyed this! Nice, smooth, and the notes were really present! Great coffee.
1/20/2016
Liked the overall brightness of this bean.
1/20/2016
Very Light an Mellow, to much so for me. I did taste notes of vanilla an a very faint hint of caramel, but it vanished fast. Not much body to it (I like coffee with an without a full body). It had a good clean finish which i did enjoy, And the Acidity is fine, not to much or to little but i can handle most levels of acidity with no problem. Anything you add to this coffee such as milk,creamer an certain sweetener's, Will overpower the real flavors of the coffee. Granted there's not much flavor to begin with. Overall i give it a 2 because its just way to mellow an light. To much so for me.
1/20/2016
Mild, nice after dinner coffee, probably nice with something sweet to eat.
1/20/2016
I need a much much stronger coffee. This is by far a coffee for someone that wants a very extremely mild coffee
1/20/2016
This was good, not really fond of Carmel vanilla flavor sin the morning
1/19/2016
Way too light for my taste.
1/19/2016
Too light for me
1/19/2016
This coffee has the intense flavor I love of a single-bean with the smoothness of a blend thanks to the same source double-bean blend. Milk chocolate and floral.
1/19/2016
Good but not spectacular
1/19/2016
Best tasting coffee of the four
1/18/2016
I did not expect to like this and I LOVED it.
1/18/2016
It had a nice flavor, but it was a bit too mellow.
1/18/2016
delicious, fruity and fun
1/18/2016
It wasn't bad. It was a very bright cup of coffee with a nice finish. Might have been my mood, as I may have simply wanted something darker at the time. Will update if my opinion changes when I use the other half of the beans.
1/18/2016
good medium bodied
1/18/2016
A little too mellow for my taste. Almost tea-like.
1/18/2016
Love this coffee. Fruity, acidic, and complex (meaning some other flavors, I can't quite describe). Reserving 5-stars for perfection; this would be a 4.5 for me.
1/17/2016
I liked the initial flavor, but not the aftertaste. Overall, it was a bit light and a little to acidic for me.
1/17/2016
ok - a bit light. I wouldn't buy it.
1/17/2016
Light to medium roast.Fruity but little body, clean finish. Weak as water, added flavors overpower the cup such that one cannot taste the coffee.
1/17/2016
Kind of weak; not all that interesting
1/17/2016
For me, this seemed like a more mild coffee. Looking for a bit more bold flavor. However it Brewed well with a smooth finish which I enjoyed
1/17/2016
Had an aftertastes that I did not care for
1/16/2016
really good! loved the smell.
1/16/2016
Better than the Cenfrocafe, but not attractive. Lacks richness.
1/16/2016
OK for a light roast. A little sour.
1/16/2016
Nice roast not too light, but not too dark. I'm really starting to HATE dark roasted coffee. It does seem a bit light on the body when brewed as compared to others.
1/15/2016
I really like the nuttiness and hint of sweetness.
1/15/2016
It was so pleasantly mild with hints of vanilla!
1/15/2016
Smooth and yummy!
1/14/2016
I a darker roast, but the sweetness of this blend was appealing.
1/14/2016
To light
1/14/2016
Not normally a category I go for but was surprisingly good. Will work for mid day light
1/13/2016
Really nice! Very mellow, but not too light. Nice flavored, very easy to drink.
1/13/2016
Wanted to give this 3.5, but wasn't offered the half-star rating option. This was my favorite of the introductory four coffees. The flavors here seemed to come closest to those typical of the East Africans I tend to favor. This came out with nice acidic notes both from pour-over and Aeropress.
1/13/2016
This one is really good. Very good taste!
1/13/2016
Too light
1/13/2016
This was a very nice coffee
1/12/2016
I like this coffee - it's not my favorite compared to the Corsica Blend, but it's up there. Since this is a little lighter, I could see myself enjoying switching it up every now and then and working this in along with a darker roast.
1/12/2016
not great
1/12/2016
Bright and refreshing, vibrant. Smelled strong, almost sweet, but had a nice mellow flavor. Great for sipping in the evening after work.
1/11/2016
Very mild in a pleasant way.
1/11/2016
A bit too light for my taste but I like how flavorful it is.
1/11/2016
I really enjoy this roast. It's very rich with a citrus after taste and caramel body. It didn't smell as good as the Peruvian, but still pretty good.
1/11/2016
the acidity lends it self to an alkaline flavor that is too aggressive, the blend to me is a little confusing on the tongue.
1/11/2016
Loved this coffee. One of my all time favorites.
1/11/2016
Probably our favorite out of the discovery box, the notes of vanilla and bourbon shine through nicely and the aroma is pleasant. A little less complex toward the finish than we like.
1/11/2016
For a lighter coffee, I enjoyed this cup. Very nutty, hoppy/malty with hints of vanilla and caramel. Very light body.
1/11/2016
Although it was light, I really enjoyed the caramel and vanilla flavors.
1/11/2016
Good cofee, too light for my taste, I do not like vanilla.
1/10/2016
good coffee, but not our favorite roast/bean for the starter sample
1/10/2016
nice but light
1/10/2016
Though flavorful, a little light for my liking. I prefer the more 'in your face' bold type
1/10/2016
ok
1/10/2016
Great flavor! best first impression coffee
1/10/2016
This was a delicious, smooth coffee that seemed to have a higher caffeine content than others. It was a little on the light side but overall enjoyable.
1/10/2016
Very smooth and creamy with strong notes of vanilla and caramel. At home we generally make espresso but this would be wonderful to take with us when we pack our Aeropress for camping.
1/9/2016
i had such high hopes for this one, but it just doesn't have much flavor. light roasts typically pack more of a flavor punch than this coffee.
1/9/2016
Sweet caramel light bodied
1/9/2016
very nice flavor, excellent aroma, could taste the slight hint of vanilla.
1/9/2016
Far too light for our taste.
1/9/2016
Doesn't make a good espresso; too mellow and little taste.
1/9/2016
For a VERY light coffee, this is delicious and smooth.
1/9/2016
Very Mild, a bit too mild. But, very drinkable and smooth.
1/8/2016
Too "mellow" for my taste, in fact weak flavor
1/8/2016
This was a very pleasant smooth cup of coffee.
1/8/2016
Didn't like the fruity undertones. Liked the caramel note.
1/8/2016
In general, smooth, easy to drink light roast with hints of sweetness / caramel. As a PRESS, the "citrus" (I call it sour) acidity is very strong, and stronger still when adding milk and sugar. As a POUROVER, what you gain in getting the taste of a medium roast, you lose in the nuances of the caramel and it becomes an uninteresting cup of plain coffee; and M&S won't save it. As a COLD BREW, it blossoms into a beautiful caramel light roast with only a hint of sour. I personally do not like "sour" coffees (thus gave it 2 Stars since Mistobox doesn't differentiate between my objective and subjective taste preferences) , but if I did, this could be the ticket (and I'd give it 4 Stars).
1/8/2016
This had a very good tasting, complex blend of flavors. Really good.
1/8/2016
weird dirt-like aftertaste
1/8/2016
Very nice cup. Big fan of the light roast with bright acidity. Would definitely buy this again.
1/7/2016
Great coffee - tasting notes were excellent and more up my alley, but the coffee overall was a little light for my liking. Wish these flavors would would have shown through a little more boldly with more of a mouthfeel!
1/7/2016
Good coffe, would buy again!
1/7/2016
Nice caramel hints with an even smooth finish. The lightness of this roast took some getting used to, as the coffee, even espresso, came out almost tea-like.
1/7/2016
Delicious
1/7/2016
Really enjoyed this roast. Very smooth and light.
1/6/2016
Definitely mellow!
1/6/2016
Flavorful, but clam. I liked it.
1/6/2016
Think this one hit the spot! I really thought I was going to enjoy the Mocha Java Blend the best but I think this one stole the show! Overall was a very smooth and balanced roast. I like that it is a single origin roast. If it says anything about the roast, I finished this bag first!
1/6/2016
I expected to like this bean but I didn’t expect to like it as much as I did. It smelled like Apples and honey. A bit of caramel. The vanilla notes in the flavor were prominent. There was a pleasant tartness. A very light and delicious roast.
1/6/2016
Bitter and weak. Not something that I would ever buy.
1/6/2016
ok
1/6/2016
Not a big fan of the taste
1/5/2016
Light and not as much flavor as we like.
1/5/2016
Too light for my taste
1/5/2016
sour and sharp tasting
1/5/2016
Slightly bolder aftertaste, but overall a smooth and mellow coffee. Can taste a hint of caramel. The aroma is a little deceiving though - thought it would be on the slightly bitter side, but that wasn't the case at all!
1/5/2016
Not bad, but not one we would like to receive again.
1/5/2016
Pretty yummy, very smooth. Somewhat similar to the Peru but we liked the Peru better so this one got a 3. :) Good light coffee; I think we like a little more deepness less floral.
1/5/2016
favor is more to our liking.
1/4/2016
Very light and weak body. Missing robustness.
1/4/2016
My favorite by far.
1/4/2016
This was probably my favorite and really enjoyed the coffee notes that were described.
1/4/2016
Second best of the four.
1/4/2016
Out of the four that I received this one was my favorite. I liked the light and bright flavore that the bean provided.
1/4/2016
Very light.
1/4/2016
I liked it, but not as much as the Peru Cenfrocafe.
1/4/2016
I felt that it was very acidic. Not to my liking.
1/3/2016
I prefer a dark roast and I'm not a fan of vanilla.
1/3/2016
This was okay, but very mild. Minimal roastiness and very light on the palate.
1/3/2016
Good. I liked the fruityness but I feel like it could have been a bit more acidic or brighter. I would like to try to brew a cup from here again.
1/3/2016
Strong and chocolaty; full in body. Definitely a good, Central American cup.
1/3/2016
Fantastic. Smooth with an excellent flavor.
1/3/2016
A light bodied coffee, taste is passable, but not the rich fullness that we like.
1/3/2016
mellow, with a nice flavor
1/3/2016
Really enjoying this one...nice and mellow. But after making a 2nd cup, I've decided it's a little too mellow for me.
1/3/2016
Really good clarity and balance in this cup. Pretty light roast, i would like to see a bit more roast development.Thanks
1/2/2016
Smooth but finishes a little flat
1/2/2016
Light, almost not flavor. Mild. Clean finish. Hints of vanilla.
1/2/2016
A solid morning coffee. Ultimately falls a little flat.. looking for something more engaging.
1/2/2016
very smooth
1/2/2016
Wanky taste
1/2/2016
The light notes and bitter undertones make for a pleasurable coffee experience. I couldn't give it a full 5/5 rating because while it was good. . . it wasn't too good.
1/2/2016
Best of the 4
Would order again
Would order again
1/2/2016
Mellow, sweet and nutty is the perfect description of this blend.
1/2/2016
Light
1/1/2016
Loved the quality of the roast and the warm, chocolate, nutty flavor.
1/1/2016
My second favorite from the sampler. I liked the acidity and the subtlety of the flavors. A coffee I could drink a lot of.
12/31/2015
The roast is a bit lighter than I prefer, but the coffee has a lovely flavor and perfect balance of acidity.
12/31/2015
lacks the bolder flavor that we prefer
12/31/2015
This coffee is VERY LIGHT in taste... as in, almost nothing.I could see this being an all-day drink, even served cold/iced.I did not like this, but can appreciate its attributes.
12/31/2015
Like it the best of the 4.
12/31/2015
Very good! I like that there's no fruitiness in the flavor. These are great as a light roast bean!
12/30/2015
Probably my favorite in the box. It's a light and crisp taste.
12/30/2015
The taste was overpowering- I've found I don't enjoy lighter beans. If I try a lighter bean again I'll make sure to use a coffee press instead of a drip over to see if that improves taste for me.
12/30/2015
Great cup of coffee!
12/30/2015
I really enjoy this one. It does have a bit of a spunky linger, but it is very good.
12/30/2015
Very good, but slightly more mild than I prefer
12/30/2015
Overly acidity and too light. Ok flavor bit couldn't finish the cup.
12/29/2015
Just not my cup of ... coffee
12/29/2015
very light, I prefer bolder flavors
12/29/2015
Delicious and mild. No bitterness but I would prefer more flavor and complexity.
12/29/2015
Caramel and mild.
12/28/2015
I know a lot of people who like coffee like this, but it isn't my perfect cup. Its more acidic than I prefer, and needs sugar and cream, while I prefer coffee that is okay with just cream. It isn't nutty enough, and has more bite. Its almost sour, if I had to put my finger on it. I'm sure its a coffee for some people, and it isn't BAD. Its just not for me.
12/28/2015
Delicious, sweet, very pleasant cup. Also a hit with my girlfriend, who normally doesn't taste much difference in coffee.
12/28/2015
This was delicious!
12/28/2015
Great! Liked the citrus acidity, floral notes and the light roast
12/28/2015
Very mild and mellow with floral and caramel aromas. Very good example of roasting and blending to achieve the utmost from the particular varietals.
12/28/2015
First note is moderately interesting. Aftertaste is much like diner coffee that has been sitting around.
12/28/2015
A very good coffee. I little more acidic than Anodyne's Peru Cenfrocafe, and not as full flavored, but still very tasty.
12/27/2015
Maybe too mellow.. Lots of caramel when brewed on the espresso machine. Even more mellow on the moka pot, but comforting when brewed that way. Can drink it all day, but not blown away.
12/27/2015
It's super smooth and flavorful. It works really well with sweet cream, and I would drink it any time of day.
12/26/2015
Tasty, but a little flat in complexity for my preferences. Well roasted and balanced but a bit less exiting than I would have liked.
12/26/2015
Like this very much. This was my first trial of coffee looking forward to my next coffee adventure.
12/26/2015
This is a very good coffee. Certainly above average. However it was my least favorite out of my sample box.
12/25/2015
This coffee was okay.
12/23/2015
Decent taste, but not terrible exciting. Pretty bland
12/23/2015
This is exactly the kind of coffee I like. I do pour over method- both Chemex and Kalita Wave.
12/23/2015
Great flavor
12/23/2015
Nutty. Medium bitterness yet balance and aromatic.
12/21/2015
Surprisingly okay, but I prefer coffee that isn't this bright and acidic.
12/21/2015
I really wanted to like this one based on all the info provided. I've had beans from El Salvador before and been blown away by how intricate and nuanced the flavors and aromas are. A couple favorites are from Four Barrel and Blue Bottle. This one was good. Very delicate milky caramel notes. With traces of tamarind. The nose was floral and faintly reminiscent of a homemade custard. I appreciate it for what it is, but wouldn't get it again.
12/20/2015
Not bad, but also not very exciting. No off flavors. Everything was very muted, so I'm guessing I didn't get very fresh coffee.
12/19/2015
So far - our favorite coffee with a mellow and nutty taste.
12/17/2015
Okay. Very mild. I prefer a bolder coffee taste.
12/13/2015
I liked the fruity, sweet taste of this coffee.
12/11/2015
good cup of coffee, one of my favorites. not too strong and has a great aroma and after taste
12/9/2015
Second best of the four. Good aroma and flavor
12/8/2015
Was very weak. My wife said "This just tastes like hot water". I did a finer grind the next day, and it was a little better, but still wasn't getting much flavor of anything.
12/7/2015
Rancid. Worst El Salvador I've had. Multiple attempts to dial in the brewing process via Chemex all led to a cup that had great aroma - but was extremely sour on the front and the back, with an offputting, lingering astringent aftertaste. It's so bad that I'm still wondering if it was my brewing process, but I've had El Salvador Santa Ana beans before that have been fantastic. This was just a complete drain pour.
12/6/2015
If there was a way to give this 4.5 stars, I would. Bright but mellow cup; highly drinkable. Tasting notes are pretty spot on, noting vanilla and caramel in the body just below the highlights. Leaves a pleasant memory on the palate, brighter than it drinks. Awesome cup
12/6/2015
Lovely coffee. Light, simple, easy to drink. Went great as both a macchiato and cappuccino. Nice caramel finish.
12/5/2015
I did not care much for this. It's too sweet.
11/26/2015
It definitely has a nutty taste and a floral after-note. I'm not typically a fan of my coffee tasting like flowers, but this was implemented well.
11/24/2015
Our favorite of the four
11/23/2015
Tastes good, but taste could stand out a bit more. I think there is a little fruitiness that would be nice if stronger. Smooth with no bite. btw--I used to work in the building where their shop is and drank a lot of their coffee!
11/23/2015
I loved this coffee. It was light but also complex in flavor. I normally only have 1 cup of coffee in the morning but I had to go and brew another because it was so tasty.
11/22/2015
Good flavor. A little light (the roast) but still pretty good.
10/18/2015
Strong after taste. But not a really strong coffee taste.
9/9/2015
This coffee was fantastic, one of my favorites so far this year. I loved it through v60 and aeropress.
9/8/2015
Prefer the older Santa Ana micro-lot
4/13/2015
This coffee was way to light and bland. Very boring and basic.
4/12/2015
Fruity with a rich but reserved 'toasted honey' taste. A nicely nuanced light roast.
2/25/2015