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Peaberry Recommends - Blends
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Espresso Novo is a great and momentous discovery! With smooth notes of caramel, banana, and a nutty finish, this is one of the most complex and remarkable espressos ever! Herb Brodsky and his sons Jake and Joseph are a remarkable family. To Herb every cup is like a song… a Bob Dylan song. He’s part hitchhiking poet, part bohemian writer. Jake, a scientist of coffee operations, obsesses on coffee perfection, getting primo beans from his brother Joseph, their world-traveling sourcer. They treat coffee like fine wine, so beautifully presented, even their packaging looks like a fancy gift. There is good crema and Karma in every sip of this amazing and tantalizing Espresso. |
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November 15, 2010
Medium
/ Sustainable, Relationship
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I recently received a saucy love letter from Genevieve, a French woman who invited me to New Orleans for an amazing cup of coffee; a coffee that she promised I would never forget. Always up for a little Cajun spice in my life, I jumped a flight to the Big Easy. The fact that Genevieve lived off the beaten path and in the middle of a swamp did not dissuade me. I was on a quest to return with this treasure of coffee. I boarded a boat early evening and reclined as my Row Master, Fidel, paddled me through the Bayou. The humid mist created an air of mystery, which heightened my sense of anticipation. I closed my eyes and envisioned this French Beauty and her promise to serve up a deep, dark, oily, smoky and chocolaty cup of love. Fidel whispered cautiously, “I see it, Professor, it’s just up ahead." Fireflies illuminated her home amongst the wild vines and thick foliage. We approached her somewhat rickety boat landing. As I stepped from the boat onto the dock that creaked and swayed, the fireflies led the way to Genevieve’s doorway and to this French Beauty, who greeted me with a French press in hand. “Bonjour, Professor Peaberry, Café?” She purred as she poured a cup. I sipped this brew, one that I had traveled thousands of miles to try -- “Oui, oui. Très bon. Magnifique!” I declared. Yes, indeed - Earth tone and tropical wood filled my senses. The coffee was truly French, smoky, yet fruity and exotic with Latin American, Indonesian and African beans all in the mix! Genevieve stared deep into my eyes and continued to pour me more. I felt a little uneasy in the Big Easy… Perhaps I was hypnotized? Suddenly tribal drums filled my ears. Entranced, I began to dance for her. I swayed my hips and then hopped on one foot! It was a bit embarrassing, I must say. Indeed I was her puppet! My head was spinning. I smelled smoke. I looked to my French lovely and fire filled her eyes! I mean fire! Suddenly an alligator lurched out of the shadows and appeared by her side. Snap! SNAP! Oh, yes, something was wrong! As I fled for the door, I snatched the bag of coffee beans from which she had brewed this amazing cup of coffee. Her alligator chased me and continually snapped at my heels as I raced to the boat. Fidel was waiting. Fully caffeinated, I pushed him aside and took the oars. I rowed away with speed and haste, leaving the enraged French Voodoo Princess, Genevieve, and her alligator far behind. What a close call. I was thankful to get out alive and with my bachelorhood intact! All parts accounted for... What a dangerous ordeal finding the best coffee had become. I wondered what the wonderful coffee was that entranced me. I flipped the bag around and discovered it was my beloved Equator - Alligator French! Who needs to leave home for a little action? The Equator Alligator French Roast will surely help put a little adventure in your cup! |
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February 21, 2011
Dark
/ Organic, Fair Trade
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Every coffee has a story and Big Truck Espresso is no exception. Inspired by his
childhood memories, roaster Oliver Stormshak learned to drive in his Grandpa
Joe's green 1955 Chevy Truck. As he grew into a man, Grandpa Joe was a
mainstay in his life and has remained a great role model who has inspired him
ever since. He taught him life lessons and the importance of hard work. This has
helped make Oliver the great roaster he is today. This commitment to excellence
has rewarded Olympia with this years 2013 Roaster Of The Year Award. Oliver
and crew created Big Truck Espresso to be Olympia's flagship espresso and it
does not disappoint. It's a classic, just like Grandpa Joe and that 55 Chevy. It is
always great, memorable and consistent. A solid, big bodied espresso with sweet
chocolate notes and a dense fruity finish. Big Truck is a mix of beautiful organic
coffees that are often washed, honeyed or natural. They change from season to
season but it is an espresso you can always count on to deliver. Grandpa Joe
eventually sold the truck but the memories live on in Big Truck Espresso. |
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January 14, 2013
Medium
/ Organic, Fair Trade
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The Red Bear Espresso is a decadent offering from Mark Barany, the new, break-out roaster from Seattle. The flavor notes of chocolate, caramel, orange and lemon drop candy are sensational! Mark is a true artisan roaster. After meticulously cupping, sampling and choosing only the best beans from all over the world, he personally roasts each and every coffee for you.
Originally from New York, Mark moved and lived in Kenya for years. He learned how to speak Swahili and fell in love with African Coffees which set a new course for his life. Moving to Seattle in 1998, he became a barista, then a roaster in 2007 -- just roasting for a few friends. He fine-tuned, tinkered with roasting profiles, then in 2009 purchased his dream roasting equipment and Kuma Coffee was born. Most of Mark's coffees earn top scores from Coffee Review. Amazing! Between you and me, Mark is a coffee - rock star in the making. Each and every cup of his offerings have blown us away and that is why Mark and Kuma are on GoCoffeeGo. A must brew! |
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January 09, 2012
Medium Light
/ Relationship
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A great coffee blend to get your morning rush on from the winner of the 2012 Micro Roaster of The Year! The Bird Rock Blend #2 is thick bodied, bold, yet smooth and has become the go-to breakfast blend for the Surfers heading out to Windansea beach in La Jolla just steps from where Bird Rock Coffee Roasters is located. We love it anytime of the day when we want a smoky, toasty, chocolate cup. Made with love from organic and fair trade coffee beans, this coffee will help your soar like a bird indeed. Surf's up - fill your cup! |
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February 06, 2012
Medium
/ Organic, Decaf.
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Even though Summer is about to begin, it's not to late for a Spring Fling. Be naughty, I say... One last time! It's the perfect beverage to enjoy while you recline back, watching the flowers blossom. Alas, the birds are chirping. Great as an espresso, as a drip or pour over. Its flavor notes remind me of juicy stone fruit. Its floral and luscious caramel finishes off the cup. This is one Spring Fling that will you leave you with a happy ending! |
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May 28, 2012
Medium Light
/ Relationship
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The Espresso Neruda is a fantastic offering from 1000faces, our friends from Athens, GA. With flavor notes of sweet red berry cherry, chocolate, raspberry, this espresso will inspire you to simultaneously dance the tango of love, and pour forth your soul in a candle lit corner through volumes of scrawling sonnets. Satiny smooth, lusciously fruity and creamy, let us - let you fall in love with this very special coffee indeed. An excellent choice! |
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July 30, 2012
Medium Dark
/ Organic, Shade
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Bird Rock's signature,"Bird Rock Blend" has what it takes to be a great and classic cup that I will now lean on as a go-to favorite. I love how the chocolate tones transform into a thick and gooey, candy-fudge-like finish. Yum! The Sumatra and Ecuadorian beans are wonderfully combined and orchestrated by roast maestro Charles Patton, the 2012 Micro-Roaster of the year. His commitment to excellence is unwavering. He personally travels to origin, conducting a world-wide search to select the specific beans that will produce the flavor profile he plans to create, then after returning home, Charles "dials it in" through various test roasts and numerous cuppings until he achieves that perfect balance and harmonious tonality he sought and now has brought to the cup. This robust, medium-dark roast is a stellar offering! If you have not had Bird Rock yet, order this and taste why the crew from La Jolla, California are 2012's top award winners. |
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September 24, 2012
Medium Dark
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Neon is a chemical element with the symbol Ne and atomic number 10. It is also a bright and vibrant color appearance. Think David Bowie's makeup during his Ziggy Stardust phase. It is also a 2012 fashion trend that claims a lot of celebrity victims, who will remain nameless. Neon however can be timeless and that is when it comes to Dogwood's Neon Espresso. Dogwood's Stephanie Ratanas and crew really have wowed us with their coffees. Enough for us to pass over bigger names to bring them on the site. Neon Espresso is their latest espresso creation that is a great example of why we brought them on board. It is bright and has an explosive sweetness that makes it destined to be a classic. It also has a great chocolatey vibe that will satisfy anyone with a sweet tooth. No need to worry about the elements because it is all here in Dogwood's Neon Espresso. Order a bag. It will leave you glowing. |
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October 22, 2012
Medium
/ Dir. Trade, Relationship
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