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Description
This is the Cafe Malta brought to you by Kaldi's Coffee Roasting Co. Cafe Malta is a vestal blend, combining coffees that stand up well during long roasting. A great espresso for those who like to drink short, strong, and dark shots with a rich golden crema. A great drip and espresso coffee with a rich roasted flavor that excites the dark roast connoisseur. This blend is bittersweet with notes of smoke and dark chocolate.
Origin
Region
Latin America, Africa and Indonesia
Process
Washed, Natural and Semi-Washed Customer Reviews
A smooth dark roast but with less complexity. A touch of acidity/bittersweet but had less flavor profile than other dark roasts I’ve tried. A good basic coffee, but prefer single source.
Ground at home coarse, pour over 50g/1 liter water.
Ground at home coarse, pour over 50g/1 liter water.
3/4/2023
Perfect bean!
2/25/2023
Loved this
2/21/2023
I liked the overall taste (bittersweet and dark chocolate notes) but was not a huge fan of the smokey flavor. The smokey flavor was fine for an afternoon cup, but was a little too much for the morning. Even though I did not care for the smokey note, I had not tried that note in coffee before and was excited to try something new!
2/18/2023
Would give 4 1/2 if I could.
2/4/2023
I feel like this is not as dark as they would like you to think. It's not bad but after 2 days you feel like you are drinking a light roast.
2/3/2023
Not much in the way of flavor.
2/3/2023
This blend tasted more like brewed tea than coffee. It could have been darker and stronger.
2/1/2023
MALTA is my favorite by far right now! Great blend, complex and so smooth!
1/25/2023
Ground it somewhat coarsely for a french press, and it made a very solid cup. Personally I did not experience much in the way of the chocolate notes listed, but it certainly provided a deep satisfying taste as promised. Very good.
1/24/2023
It’s not that strong for a dark roast and it has kind of a sweet aftertaste
1/23/2023
Was too dark
1/22/2023
Smokiness is a bit overpowering when drinking black or even with a splash of cream. Seemingly would be better with something to offset it but that is not how i personally drink my coffee.
1/19/2023
Great as a shot on its own. Rich mouthfeel, and low acidity. Very little bitterness. Lots of oaky and chocolate notes coming through in this one.
1/18/2023
It is very smooth and the flavor is Suttle and not overwelming.
1/15/2023
Not much not strong enough
1/14/2023
We would give this 2 stars, very smooth with nothing to us sticking out in regards to flavor. After having it for a few days would say no to this one again
1/13/2023
The cafe Malta had a nice strong but subtle flavor definitely on the smoky chocolate scale!
1/11/2023
Was between a 4 and 5 rating for this coffee. It's a very good blend, but to me is missing a little something? Nothing is off-putting about the flavor, but maybe missing a little nuance. Definitely would consider ordering again.
1/10/2023
Loved the chocolate tones and rich flavors
1/9/2023
excellent balanced flavour
1/5/2023
Best one so far
1/5/2023
Dark, oiler beans, would like less dark but still a bean and roast for espresso. If next coffee is a little less roasted, please keep if not, please change. Ty
1/5/2023
A little too mild for me, I prefer something stronger.
1/4/2023
Was excited about this one, not as much nuance as expected
1/4/2023
Too light. Too chocolatey. Not rich or full bodied enough.
1/2/2023
Delicious coffee, definitely a little smoky, very airy but still rich and chocolatey. Loved it in the drip maker, would happily order again
1/2/2023
Liked how dark it was. It was a little more bitter than the last one and not as "flavorful". I am not sure my pallet is great for this. I did enjoy it. The description of it is accurate. :-)
1/2/2023
We really liked the strength of flavor of this coffee!
1/1/2023
Enjoyed this one! A tiny bit bitter at the end but would get again
1/1/2023
This has surprisingly good flavor for such a dark roast
12/31/2022
We enjoyed this first coffee. Dark and Nutty and sort of similar to other profiles we normally buy at the Co-op
12/27/2022
Rich and hints of chocolate
12/27/2022
Favorite by far. I could drink this black or with some cream and I always enjoyed it.
12/24/2022
Not my favorite. Beans are rather oily and the taste isn’t great. I had high hopes for this one, but was disappointed.
12/23/2022
smooth flavor with rich tones and low acidity.
12/20/2022
On the heavy side. I liked it for after dinner rather than mornings. Best to drink black.
12/19/2022
Really good cappuccino, almost tastes like hot chocolate
12/18/2022
Too Smoky
12/11/2022
A little too acidic. Prefer more robust flavor.
11/15/2022
Good, but a very one note coffee. I think I prefer light roast, but I still really appreciate dark roasts
11/14/2022
Heavily over-roasted. Smoky and full bodied but I don't get any chocolate notes at all as a pourover
11/14/2022
Really just not for me. Leaves a bitter taste in your mouth and the smokiness for me is off-putting.
11/10/2022
a little acidic, but good overall.
11/7/2022
Not much flavor at all
11/5/2022
Lack of flavor, didn’t taste full bodied. Was even a little acidic.
10/31/2022
This one is quite dark—maybe a little too dark, though we like that it doesn’t taste burnt—but we like the fuller body of this one compared with the last one
10/29/2022
Loved everything about this coffee!
10/4/2022
We likes the smoky notes over the chocolate notes for about a week. Definitely got bored partway through this blend, but it was interesting for a bit.
8/27/2022
More bitter on the finish than I like.
8/12/2022
I brewed this in my French press. It is bold, tastes of chocolate. I enjoyed it very much
8/5/2022
Just okay! Nothing too special about this blend, but nothing bad to say, either. I wish it were a bit bolder.
8/2/2022
strong coffee taste which I liked
8/1/2022
Perfect
7/20/2022
Would like be great for a cold winter morning, but my palate has changed to appreciate lighter/medium roasts more than darker roasts.
7/16/2022
sour
7/16/2022
Loved this coffee. It is rich, smooth, and well balanced.
7/13/2022
Not that good.
6/29/2022
excellent
6/27/2022
dry beans and not very flavorful
6/21/2022
EXCELLENT AS BOTH AN AEROPRESS AND ESPRESSO BREW. RICH AND BOLD WITHOUT THE ROAST OVERPOWERING THE FLAVORS.
6/7/2022
I liked this
Encore grinder on order, I expect to enjoy your choices more now.
Encore grinder on order, I expect to enjoy your choices more now.
5/31/2022
i did not like it , too dark too bitter
5/28/2022
I didn't like this one so much.
It did better as drip than in my French Press.
It did better as drip than in my French Press.
5/21/2022
Loved this one, I think my favorite so far. I like how rich and creamy it is.
5/18/2022
Superb espresso + cappuccino roast with rich, smooth flavors
5/8/2022
Strong but not oily since I have a super automatic espresso machine. Not acidic which we like. Smooth. Will buy again.
5/8/2022
Very good. Prefer the one before
5/4/2022
I love it... perfect cup for me!
4/28/2022
Quite acidic - even though it's listed as a blend, it tastes more Central American than anything else.
4/25/2022
This coffee has a nice, deep chocolatey flavor. It's very good, but tends to have quite a bitter lingering aftertaste. Otherwise it's a great coffee.
4/24/2022
Outstanding balance. One of my favorites.
4/24/2022
Was ok. Nothing special flavor wise and slightly acrid in the finish.
4/22/2022
Smells promising but actually quite bland
4/21/2022
This was absolutely the best for making espresso. I use a gaggia mdf grinder set to 6, ad use a gaggia classic semi-automatic machine, and it produced a shot with a lot of body and rich crema. Usually my espresso has good crema, but is thin and lacks body.
4/20/2022
Probably the best overall coffee I’ve ever had. Perfect body.
4/15/2022
I would say less chocolatey and more smokey but I like smoke so it's cool
4/13/2022
It's a little too dark and bitter for me. I noticed I'm having to use more creamer than normal with this coffee.
3/26/2022
My favorite so far
3/25/2022
Really good coffee. Better in aeropress than pourover, but holds up to both nicely.
3/21/2022
Good for espresso and pretty deep overall
3/20/2022
Pretty good, not as good as the Bixby but I'd say I enjoyed it more than the Alma
3/20/2022
Incredibly smooth, rich flavor... excellent espresso
3/9/2022
Did not care for this. Couldn't get the grind right. Tasted weak no matter how finely I ground it.
3/5/2022
Excellent balance and acidity. A bit smoky (which I enjoy) but not lingering. Dark fruits and caramel notes come through.
3/4/2022
exactly as it was described and delicious.
1/26/2022
My new favorite
11/30/2021
One of the best ones I received
10/31/2021
Pretty yummy.
10/26/2021
10
10/6/2021
Perfectly roasted coffee to my liking. That medium to dark roast gave a noticeable chocolate flavor.
9/23/2021
Smooth and slightly sweet
9/11/2021
I like this. Strong caffeine effect. Tastes a little muddy but I like that. Not the most exciting but good and a solid morning cup.
9/5/2021
Not remarkable but no flaws either.
7/25/2021
I’m giving this coffee three stars not because it’s bad but because of how earthy it is. If you like earthy flavors this is for you. But if you want richer sweeter flavors this one probably isn’t for you. I’ve tried different settings and can’t overcome it. Also, I find the mouth feel to be grainy which isn’t my thing as much.
Update: Moving to 4 stars. I found a setting that offered a less earthy and more well rounded flavor. 200g water, 12g beans ground at setting 32 on a 1Zpresso JX-Pro, at 185ºF.
Update: Moving to 4 stars. I found a setting that offered a less earthy and more well rounded flavor. 200g water, 12g beans ground at setting 32 on a 1Zpresso JX-Pro, at 185ºF.
7/18/2021
too strong
7/12/2021
It was wonderful. It had a medium roast flavor that I really liked.
6/30/2021
Such a complex and full-bodied taste, with none of the acidity. My favorite roast so far!
6/4/2021
Good enough--nothing remarkable compared to the other coffees I've received.
5/27/2021
Loved this blend--rich and well-balanced. Good flavor!
5/17/2021
Too bitter. Not as strong a flavor as previous options.
5/15/2021
I liked the richness of this coffee.
5/9/2021
I’m making it as espresso and it’s wonderful. Sweet and complex
5/9/2021
Great taste, very smooth, love the texture
4/23/2021
The smoke flavor was just a touch rough on me in the cup, but top line taste regardless. Truly one of those ‘nose in the bag in between grinds’ bags.
4/22/2021
Just okay.
4/12/2021
Dynamite Start!
3/15/2021
Outstanding
3/10/2021
This is a bold blend that really wakes me up. Easy to grind.
2/14/2021
Love the chocolate notes!
2/2/2021
Fine but not something I'd order again. Personally, I only noticed the smoky/roasty-ness and no other distinctive flavors (of chocolate or anything else).
1/19/2021
This is very close to the Parisi one that I loved!
1/19/2021
I think this coffee is weak. More like a blond type brew. This does not excite the dark roast connoisseur.
1/2/2021
Perfect for my liking
12/31/2020
Excellent cup of coffee. Prepared via pour over every morning. Fantastic, smooth, and rich.
12/29/2020
Very good!
12/28/2020
Love this - so rich, we used this both in our drip machine and our expresso - wonderful flavor both ways!
12/27/2020
Loved this one. Dark and oily in all the right ways. Brewed through a french press and Aero Press.
12/19/2020
Too chocolatey
12/15/2020
Good but a bit too bitter
12/7/2020
Too smoky and bitter
12/5/2020
My fav dark roast so far.
11/25/2020
Way too much roast on this one. I didn't like it at all.
11/10/2020
The after taste is a bit sharp and the body is a bit lemony hence the 4 not 5. These are flavors/qualities we don’t like as much.
11/4/2020
Not bad but not exceptional.
10/23/2020
Easy to brew and tasty. Started using my french press more often and it was a great match
10/16/2020
Rich but had a slight burnt taste and smell.
10/15/2020
Did not like the dark roast of this one
10/1/2020
One of my recent favorites! Came just to say so. Love the smoky richness.
9/26/2020
I loved this one
9/26/2020
It was just ok.
9/22/2020
Not my favorite
9/6/2020
Excellent taste. Might be my favorite coffee from you!
8/23/2020
This is the rich, dark roast I love that somehow also manages to be SO SMOOTH. Perfection.
8/20/2020
Loved the flavor
8/4/2020
YAS love this one and the compostible package.
7/31/2020
This was an outstanding cup of coffee. I would have a difficult time say precisely why, but it was a cut above. The perfect cup for a slow Sunday morning.
***I ordered the coffee from Kaldi's, as well as a few different roasts. They do not disappoint.
***I ordered the coffee from Kaldi's, as well as a few different roasts. They do not disappoint.
7/30/2020
A little too dark for me. Also don't like the smoky flavor.
7/29/2020
fantastic cold brew
7/12/2020
This coffee was great In hot and cold brews. I enjoyed this coffee a lot. It wasn’t too acidic or bitter.
7/5/2020
This was one of my favorites I’ve tried in a while. It was a fantastically rich dark roast.
7/5/2020
Loved the taste
7/4/2020
Alright
6/23/2020
Very distinct dark chocolate notes with a hint of stone fruit
6/14/2020
Not that dark
6/1/2020
I loved this coffee! It is so different than the previous ones, but just as delicious. I loved that it was a little stronger and richer in taste.
5/18/2020
Good, but not quite on par with some of the recent ones in terms of balance, flavor, (lack of) acidity.
5/17/2020
Like the dark roast, like the change in pace from the medium-dark roasts we've gotten so far. This one is particularly good in americanos which is what I'm accustomed to drinking. It's very good! Just waiting for a 'wow' factor to give a bag 5 stars. :)
5/13/2020
Too dark and bitter:(
5/12/2020
Overroasted, oily, burnt. Terrible for espresso.
5/10/2020
Excellent!
4/26/2020
Strong, Rich. Not bitter. Excellent espresso bean.
4/18/2020
Didn’t really have any flavor. I could see the appeal if you put fancy stuff in your lattes, but I don’t.
4/15/2020
Way too acidic for me. Heartburn in a cup.
4/14/2020
Great taste. Like a classic Italian Espresso. Brewed in a Miele CM-6350 Espresso Machine.
4/8/2020
Too strong for me..
3/24/2020
Good taste. well balanced.
3/12/2020
To dark for me
2/17/2020
K liked
1/25/2020
Loved it, Dark and smooth, used in Espresso machine for lattes
1/22/2020
Not a fan. It’s super oily and the flavor is way too intense for me.
12/14/2019
So far, the best coffee
11/29/2019
This is the best coffee I have ever had. I have been making iced coffees in the morning lately and this coffee is absolutely perfect for it. I love everything about this one!
11/28/2019
too dark, burnt
11/22/2019
Nice easy drinking every day coffee
11/20/2019
Love the boldness!
11/9/2019
Bold and strong in both taste and scent. A great blend.
11/5/2019
Bold for sure-maybe a bit too much
11/2/2019
This one has an immediate strong, sharp flavor that falls off quickly, making it a pretty simple coffee. It’s a good basic cup of coffee. Tastes good both black and with cream.
10/12/2019
our favorite so far.
9/28/2019
Nothing super special about this one.
9/25/2019
We really like the notes of chocolate
9/20/2019
Very rich, deep and full bodied
9/6/2019
This one was okay, but it had a weird aftertaste that kind of tasted like old coffee.
9/4/2019
Delicious chocolate aroma
8/30/2019
Best yet! Rich, smooth, slightly nutty notes.
8/17/2019
Awesome.
8/10/2019
This was almost a 5 star. Well balanced, great as espresso or cappuccino.
8/9/2019
I did not pick this and did not enjoy it. Please do not send medium bodied coffee
8/8/2019
soo tasty!
8/1/2019
super nutty and smoky really nice bold flavor. One of my favorites ever with this taste profile
7/24/2019
Too oily
6/23/2019
Too Dark
6/9/2019
Loved the chocolate tones. Very bold and full bodied. Excellent choice
6/2/2019
strong, smooth
5/29/2019
Definitely my new favorite. Rich and dark with a great espresso shot. Love!
5/20/2019
Probably my least favorite so far
5/18/2019
Perfect taste
5/14/2019
A touch too smoky, but overall good.
4/16/2019
Rich and smooth. Loved this coffee.
4/14/2019
Wife loved it
4/14/2019
Very smooth
3/30/2019
We tried this coffee in both the Chemex and French press - would recommend using in the French press over the Chemex. Great taste, and extremely smooth.
3/25/2019
my favorite so far...
3/21/2019
Not my favorite. Pretty bitter
3/17/2019
From this, I’ve learned I don’t prefer the dark smoky flavor!
3/16/2019
Perfect
3/11/2019
disappointing and undrinkable as expresso. No body, too thin, watery. I need a darker roast. I am looking for better Espresso in your offerings.
2/24/2019
Awesome!
2/21/2019
Good coffee with a little too much smoky flavor for my liking.
2/18/2019
I like dark strong, dark, espresso grind coffee, and this one fulfilled those requirements.
2/17/2019
Too smoky and overpowering for my mornings. Had a bitter aftertaste that I didn't like.
2/17/2019
I liked this one a lot. Very smooth and warm while still being rich. I barely had to put any sugar in this! None of that fruity acidity that I hate.
2/17/2019
Not my favorite. Didn’t have a rich flavor I usually enjoy.
2/13/2019
UGH! We were so excited after our first coffee to get this next one. Unfortunately it is not good. It's everything we don't like, grassy, earthy, bitter...... Super bummed. Is it returnable? Sorry to be so candid.
2/13/2019
This is exactly the taste of what I usually drink. Brown, roast with no after taste. It is great because it is what I like, but on the other hand it isn't a new experience.
2/13/2019
It was good don’t get me wrong, but nothing about it stood out to me.
2/11/2019
Amazing. One of the best coffees I have had. Would buy again
2/10/2019
It was nice. had some good flavors, not as strong as we would like. Overall an excellent choice
2/7/2019
Just ok, not as smooth and a bit bitter
2/7/2019
This coffee is exactly what I like. Great pick! Send more like this
2/1/2019
Nice and dark and smooth
1/31/2019
Really enjoyed the rich flavors
1/30/2019
Can't seem to make a good latte with this coffee, too bitter. Going to try it as a breakfast coffee.
1/29/2019
Good cup of coffee, but I like the caramel notes in the French roast better than the chocolate notes in the cafe malta. Looking forward to the Italian roast that’s coming next!
1/29/2019
I only gave this one 5 stars due to the fact that it there is no higher rating. One of the best coffee's I have ever brewed.
1/28/2019
The BEST!!
1/27/2019
Quiet, smooth, slightly acidic finish which livens it up. Would be a nice dessert coffee. Not an incredibly defined middle.
1/27/2019
I really like this one, but I don’t think it’s as rich as the previous coffee that I had sent to me. It’s still very good & I enjoy the deep flavor very much
1/27/2019
It’s tasted slightly acidic for my taste
1/26/2019
Not a chocolate fan
1/25/2019
We loved the smooth texture, the perfectly medium body, and the earthiness of the flavor. My wife - Jen - sums it up...."I just want more of it...its the perfect cup of coffee I could have every day".
1/24/2019
very good- tasted like fancy people coffee, i felt slightly wealthier drinking it
1/22/2019
Smooth and flavorful
1/20/2019
great coffee!
1/20/2019
Not as strong as we would have liked or expected.
1/20/2019
This was a very low quality bean for espresso and overly sweet.
Please cancel and refund my subscription if this is the quality of product to be expected.
Please cancel and refund my subscription if this is the quality of product to be expected.
1/19/2019
I am sure the coffee is great, but I want to use it for expresso and do not have the correct grinder for that. Can you send the next batch ground for expresso??
1/15/2019
Loved that the grind was a bit more course. We use a Keurig to brew the coffee and that seemed to work better. Also, loved the taste and flavor.
1/15/2019
I like it. It's robust (full flavored), aromatic, and rich tasting.
1/14/2019
The best cup of coffee had in awhile. Never bitter, great the whole cup even after cooled. A favorite of the entire family which is very hard to do.
1/14/2019
The Coffee was GREAT! It really shined as fresh roasted. My lag in the next shipment is only because I was given much more quality coffee beans as a christmas gift. Once I finish those beans, I will accelerate delivery.
1/13/2019
Good flavor and smooth
1/12/2019
This is the roast I really loved!
1/11/2019
Better, less acidity. Really like the darker roasts
1/10/2019
Good strong flavor! Beans have great color and have a nice oil gloss.
1/9/2019
Nice clean balanced flavor. Great when used in an espresso machine
1/8/2019
Great flavor and i love the richness
1/5/2019
I liked this better than the French Roast. I have been drinking most of my mistobox coffees on the weekend, using my french press. This for me, tasted richer than the French Roast. Looking forward to the next, Italian roast.
12/31/2018
Delicious! Love it!
12/31/2018
I just finished the Classic French. Really enjoyed the coffee. looking forward to the next collection.
12/26/2018
Uninteresting & lacks flavor.
12/25/2018
Great coffee , among my preferred is the number 1 , very rich coffee flavors and smells like coffee heaven
12/16/2018
For my second, I felt this coffee was too oily and seemed to be roasted too long for my liking. It smelled less like coffee and more like burnt cardboard. Not horrible, but not great either.
12/16/2018
Cafe Malta was very good, much better than my first coffee. I like the rich chocolate taste. This was much more bold than my first coffee, which is what I prefer.
12/10/2018
Love it!!! Strong but not overpowering. Great taste and smooth.
12/1/2018
This one is not as smooth as the last one I was sent!
11/26/2018
A little over-roasted and oily.
11/24/2018
Really good coffee. Great flavor smooth finish.
11/23/2018
I like it a lot! But, the first coffee I received, I liked better. I feel like the first one was a little bit stronger and more boldly flavored, but this one is no doubt very good as well.
11/17/2018
It's good but not as good as the Dillanos Coffee Roaster's Double Dark Blend
11/7/2018
Pretty good
11/6/2018
There is a subtle flavor note I don’t care for although not sure how to describe it.
11/2/2018
Nice coffee to make in pour over. Hint of sweetness makes this a lighter dark roast.
10/30/2018
Fantastic! A splendid balance of dark, rich, chocolate with slight hint of smoke. Incredibly smooth. The aroma is intoxicating.
10/29/2018
My favorite so far!
10/28/2018
This coffee is weak and smells like coffee purchased at a gas station— I threw it away
10/14/2018
Hello-
My Cafe Malta from Kaldi’s Coffee arrived today and smells great- I was very excited. However, there are several holes in the bag and so I cannot ensure it’s freshness or maintain it. I was so disappointed by this. Can I return this bag for another that is more airtight?
Thank you,
Mike Thornton
My Cafe Malta from Kaldi’s Coffee arrived today and smells great- I was very excited. However, there are several holes in the bag and so I cannot ensure it’s freshness or maintain it. I was so disappointed by this. Can I return this bag for another that is more airtight?
Thank you,
Mike Thornton
9/29/2018
This one wasn't really anything special, but it'll do.
9/27/2018
Love it. Right up my alley!
9/24/2018
Not as dark or bold as I like. Seemed to lose/change flavor significantly as it cooled in my mug, so it was only good when it was fresh from the pot. Still a good quality coffee, very fresh.
9/22/2018
We love it. Could drink it every day!
9/22/2018
This coffee is not smoky, chocolate or rich. It's typical south american with unpleasant smell when the bag is first open. The smell was present in the previous bag. WOuld not buy Cafe Malta
9/20/2018
Like my last shipment, when I brew this one using a medium-course grind (so my small one-cup drip machine doesn't get its nozzles crusted over), it comes out weak and with an herbal overtone that I don't like. If I fine-grind for espresso, and either brew a smaller amount in my dripper or a larger amount in my gold-filter Melita pour-over, I can get a pretty good flavor. But when I pull an espresso shot in my Barista, it just doesn't taste like espresso, altho the bag says it should work for either espresso or drip. But I loved the bag! If folds down very evenly and crimps well to keep each remaining quantity of beans fresh until you are ready to grind the next small batch. Most bags get all smushy and just don't work well after you first open them.
9/19/2018
I think this is the best coffee I've ever had.
9/19/2018
a little light & a little bitter
9/13/2018
Eh
9/5/2018
Rich taste, aroma and smoky flavor
9/4/2018
Coffee was fine. Not the best nose, a little too skunk for my taste.
9/2/2018
This coffee is great! Not bitter at all.
8/30/2018
This is a middle of the road dark roast that feels flat on the palate. The subtle chocolate undertones are a bit chalky. The darkness of the roast tries to bolden the flavor, and it does to an extent, but I don’t get a smooth or rich depth of flavor with this coffee. As I said, it’s ok but just kind of flat.
8/24/2018
Not much flavor, just flat.
8/20/2018
I liked this one better than the 1st one. I enjoyed the flavours.
8/15/2018
Rather bitter for my taste.
8/1/2018
Amazing! One of the best coffees I've had so far! Very rich & dark - perfect for my espresso machine! :)
7/26/2018
Too light for our liking. But, did love the bold flavor
7/16/2018
A little too light for my taste. Didn't much care for it as a drip coffee, but made a pretty decent cold brew.
7/12/2018
Awful.
7/8/2018
Beans were not fresh when I opened the bag this morning. They were dry, no sign of oil on beans anywhere. Very disappointed in quality.
7/2/2018
Not preferred. Has a sour taste.
6/29/2018
Not a big fan
6/29/2018
Wasn't very bold. Lacked any strong flavors.
6/11/2018
Much closer to what I like.
6/1/2018
This was good to okay. I gave it an okay as I felt the flavor wasn't bold as the previous two coffees.
5/22/2018
Was simply too dark for my liking
5/8/2018
Loved it. Perfect balance of bold flavor but low acidity
4/26/2018
Bitter!! Backed off the amount of coffee we usually use and it was drinkable but we wouldn’t ever buy it.
4/23/2018
Didn't really taste all that great. Gave off a burnt smell.
4/20/2018
Dark and a little oily, which was nice, but the overall flavor was somewhat bland, resembling more of a diner coffee.
4/4/2018
Loved it. Great cup of coffee.
3/29/2018
This roast is delicious too! I have enjoyed all the coffee you have sent and am excited for another roaster to try. I did notice that the Verve seemed to have more oils on the beans which I prefer. I'm not sure if this is a freshness issue or just due to the different type of roast but just thought I'd mention that I like that.
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Thanks! Andrea
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Thanks! Andrea
3/12/2018
So bitter and acidy! Not one of my favorites.
3/11/2018
Light flavor, slightly acidic. Not a fan.
3/6/2018
This one has been my favorite so far. It makes an excellent espresso and also a good cup for the aero press. Tastes good both black and with cream.
3/5/2018
Found it a little acidic, but it was fine
3/3/2018
Did not like this at all. Tasted like chocolate milk. Yuck!
2/24/2018
of smoke stronger chocolate flavor Not big on the stronger chocolate notes would give it a 3.5 if I could
2/22/2018
Good, but not great.
2/21/2018
I think I liked it better French Pressed than AeroPressed. It was kind of grassy (?) or acidic at first, but I think I've got a better brewing method, and I'm enjoying it a lot more now.
2/13/2018
Send this again!
2/5/2018
This is a bit sharp. And it is dry. Notes of wood, smoke, and dry. I was eating some mushrooms sauteed in butter, and this coffee cut through it nicely. That is the sharpness. I prefer coffees that are a bit more roasty and round, but I can't complain about this, it is good quality coffee. Complex.
1/30/2018
There was a flavor it it that I didn't really like. Couldn't taste the chocolate. Not nearly as good as last box.
1/29/2018
This has been one of my favorites - love the aroma and flavor. An all around win.
1/28/2018
This coffee is wonderful. The flavor is very smooth. It's dark and rich. This is one of my favorites.
1/25/2018
I enjoyed this roast! I'm still a novice espresso maker, but I liked the boldness and body of it.
1/23/2018
Very good coffee. Beat out the last dark roast I got with the rich smoky flavor. Since it's more of a richer flavor, the coffee is smoother when you drink it. Made it using my V60 which made an excellent cup or multiple cups. After taste was similar to the actual taste of the coffee which was good. Overall a good dark roast, may have to try it as expresso.
1/22/2018
This is the best coffee I've ever had. I'd like to only receive Kaldi's going forward unless you can recommend another with the same qualities.
1/16/2018
Too light for my tastes.
1/16/2018
made an awesome espresso, pretty smoky, chocolatey. some steamed and frothy milk was always a great addition. it made awesome lattes.
1/15/2018
I did not care for the flavor.
1/13/2018
excellent
1/12/2018
I really didn't like this one. You already sent it to me before. I prefer to try a new coffee each month. Can I send this back?
1/12/2018
Not strong and bold enough for me. I want a real espresso taste. It would make a good drip coffee though
1/9/2018
Wasn't a huge fan of some of the notes in this coffee.
1/7/2018
would prefer something more tailored for french press instead of espresso or drip.
1/6/2018
Hands down best coffee you've sent so far. Whatever taste like this, is exactly what I'm looking for
12/30/2017
This was good! I could definitely smell and taste the smokiness. I enjoyed it, but definitely liked it better in a latte or cappuccino rather than the aero press.
12/14/2017
It was just ok. It went fast so can't remember what I did not like about it. Maybe a creamy or the chocolate taste?? I normally like rich/strong coffees. It did not grind evenly. I blended this with 1/4 portion of Kicking Horse Kick Ass. That blend was pretty good. FYI, I only have a french Press. Thanks looking forward to the Anodyne coffee.
12/13/2017
Dark and delicious!
12/10/2017
Did not taste good in drip. Ok with press.
11/20/2017
This has been my absolute favorite. I have even looked into buying this regularly. It is bold, but has such a smooth finish.
10/29/2017
This was very disappointing. Bland and ashy on every well-extracted espresso pull.
10/3/2017
Excellent coffee. Very earthy and creamy.
10/2/2017
Definitely an espresso bean, didn't get the required strength I like from Chemex.
9/20/2017
Loved the bold flavor from the stovetop percolator, and appreciated the more muted but still smooth and rich taste from the drip machine. The description is spot on!
9/17/2017
Again, all coffees have been very good. I have t stop using all 5 stars on my ratings so this one gets a 4.
9/17/2017
too acidic
9/15/2017
Haven't tried it as an espresso yet, but it's good with a Chemex! Not getting the dark chocolate, but certainly smoky.
9/14/2017
Enjoying this very much. Like this hot in my French press but tried it as a cold brew last week and it was potently delicious!
9/12/2017
Delicious!
9/4/2017
Not bad at all. Smooth, but benefits from a splash of cream.
9/4/2017
Love this! Smooth and rich.
8/23/2017
Good...but not a favorite...smoky... but chocolate...not so much
8/18/2017
We like it better than the second bag of coffee, but still not as good as the first. Maybe it's the smoky flavor that detracts?
8/10/2017
Great Flavor
8/8/2017
My favorite so far! Dark and delicious. Thank you!
8/7/2017
Awesome flavor, slightly nutty. Would highly recommend.
7/25/2017
Only discernible flavor is burned wood. Lifeless.
7/21/2017
Was worried about the smoke notes in description but coffee was excellent. Really smooth and well balanced. Like this one a lot.
7/12/2017
Nice afternoon cup
6/7/2017
Perfectly acidic and dark. This is great alone or with some soy or almond milk. Lots of flavor. Not too roasty or burnt.
6/6/2017
good flavor, very smooth
5/3/2017
Great stuff! I had to adjust my water ratio a little bit since this one was so dark but once I got it right bam! Delicious chocolate notes that can't do you wrong...
4/30/2017
Cafe Malta was good I could not say it was better or worse than the previous roast. I would call equal to the previous roast. I would put this coffee in the roast category. There was no acidic or sour flavors. The beans are pretty much on par with what I typically drink.
4/23/2017
Just didn't have anything special about its flavor.
4/4/2017
Nice and rich.
3/4/2017
One of the best coffees that I have had!
2/23/2017
Very roasty but I enjoyed the chocolateyness of it.
2/22/2017
Loved this one!
2/4/2017
Smooth, decently balanced but a little thin. We tasted more of a toffee flavor than chocolate. A short finish, but nice color and crema.
1/30/2017
Perspective: this is the first coffee I've ever had without tons of cream and sugar so my tastes are...evolving. This was not a horrible coffee to drink though the bitterness was a bit strong. I really don't like smoke as a taste in any food but was willing to try. Didn't taste any chocolote notes at all but that's probably my taste buds not recognizing nuanced flavor yet. Overall ok.
1/23/2017
Smooth and first pot was a little light. I think I would like it a tad stronger for mornings.
1/18/2017
This coffee has a distinct, sweet smell, but I'm having trouble pinpointing the flavor profiles I'm getting out of both shots and pourovers. I think the "smokey" notes are a little overpowering, and I'm not really getting any chocolate taste out of it as a result. Would definitely prefer something less smokey next time around.
1/12/2017
Dear Seth, THIS coffee. Man. What can I say? It's very very very good, we loved it.
11/17/2016
Smooth, easy to drink, chocolatey. The office enjoyed this one a lot!
11/6/2016
This one was tasty! It was very rich and I liked the hint of smoke.
10/29/2016
Really nice again, enjoyed the chocolatey notes.
10/19/2016
This coffee falls a little flat for me. I like the aroma, and it starts with a nice dark roasted flavor with some baking chocolate, but doesn't go any farther. This coffee really wakes up with some sweetness from a cookie or donut, but on its own I think it lacks a little depth.
10/15/2016
Nice chocolate bitterness on the sides, this coffee is a bit flat as a drip cup. I couldn't taste or smell much complexity. However, that was not true in a mocha pot, were the singleness of the flavor seemed rich and deep.
9/4/2016
Smells good but too toasted or roasty for us when we drink it.
8/27/2016
I like this one more than the Dillanos, but I am learning i like slightly lighter roasts.
7/30/2016
Almost tastes as good as coffee smells!
7/15/2016
a little too dark for my taste. very strong. probably delicious for an espresso. but okay for aero-press.
7/14/2016
Rich flavor. Mild smoke on the finish
7/13/2016
Very smooth, great body
7/10/2016
this has been a solid cup of coffee! Great for drip coffee, and excellent cold!
7/9/2016
Fantastic flavor.
6/17/2016
Really enjoy this coffee on my drive into work. Isn't bitter, very rich flavor, and tastes great even to my girlfriend (who isn't big on coffee at all)
6/10/2016
Fairly bland.
5/29/2016
I like it.
5/22/2016
I found it to be too light. I made it twice, the second time I cut down on the water to coffee ratio and it was still too light
5/19/2016
There is very little depth to the flavor. The coffee tastes pretty flat, borderline burnt.
5/11/2016
Very good coffee. A little darker roast that I would usually shy away from. I'm glad I'm enjoying it!!
4/30/2016
Too strong for my liking.
4/27/2016
The beans are dark brown and oily with a smoky and deep scent. I smelled a hint of cinnamon, too. The coffee brewed into a deep brown color (not black) and, while it was fairly balanced, I tasted an earthiness that I didn't expect. I enjoyed this blend and would try it again.
7/26/2015
I didn't really care for this one. I thought it was kind of bitter.
7/17/2015