Sunday, May 17, 2009

New Coffee Review: El Salvador


Origin: Western El SalvadorNotes: Produced under mature shade from trees of the heirloom Bourbon variety by farmers who market their coffee under the name Cafe Altamira. Blind Assessment: Voluptuously classic coffee, perfectly poised between an almost sugary sweetness and a crisp, rich acidity. The mouthfeel is big and silky. The basic package is so complete that the hint of cherry- and tamarind-toned fruit comes as a bonus.Who should drink it: Those considering moving from coffees that owe their sweetness and body to a darkish roast to coffees that pretty much start that way.

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