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Peaberry Recommends - Medium
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A Christmas Story told no better than by Mike Perry
from Klatch: "It's called Original Christmas Blend
because it dates back to Santa's first Christmas. As the
story goes, Santa was originally a reindeer farmer in the
highlands of Ethiopia. While allowing the reindeer to
frolic and feed from the vegetation, Santa noticed them
prancing around with extra energy. The reindeer
became so energetic in fact, they began to fly around.
Santa traced this energy to a new tree filled with red
cherries. One reindeer, Rudolf, ate so many cherries his
nose became red. Santa was so inspired; he tried the
cherries himself and loved them. The only problem:
Santa could not sleep at night. So while lying awake one
night, Santa decided to visit the villages and share this
wonderful gift of coffee with everyone. Not to leave the
children out, Santa began making gifts to leave behind
for all the kids. Using the prancing (now flying)
reindeer, Santa took off and delivered the coffee and
gifts to the entire world in one night. Thus, the story of
the first Christmas and the Original Christmas Blend."
Merry Christmas to All! |
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December 23, 2014
Medium
/ Organic, Holiday Coffees
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As we move into summer and the sun shines bright, I dream
of a full and dark chocolatey cup of coffee to chill out
with in the heat. Equators FTO Mocha Java has remained a
favorite at GoCoffeeGo. Perfect for the morning, I often
serve it hot and enjoy it with a sweet flaky pastry. As the day
goes
on, I make
extra and let it chill out in the Sub Zero. Poured in a frosty
glass with some rich and thick organic milk and you really
have something that is a bold cup of sweet summer love.
Helen and Brooke, owners of Equator only source fair trade
and organic coffees for this wonderful balanced and smooth
Sumatra and Ethiopian blend. This coffee was formerly
known as 72 Degrees and La Boulange Blend but you may just
call it your new favorite coffee and the summer love you never
want to end! |
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May 22, 2017
Medium
/ Dir. Trade, Relationship
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This is an outstanding Espresso from PT's. Its syrupy lush
chocolate body with notes of juicy cherry sweetness hits with all
the right milk chocolate notes. Round after round, shot after
shot, its tangerine like acidity provides a tang-like jab to finish
you off. Truly a knock-out and World Heavyweight Champion
Espresso of the World! Great for iced coffee and Toddy too! |
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September 26, 2016
Medium
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Ah yes, not too long ago, I was back on my private jet
heading
to South America in my never-ending search for the
holy grail
of coffees. On a secret tip from my faithful valet
Baldrick,
somewhere in the northern region of South America,
Doma
Coffee was rumored to have a special secret blend of
immense
chocolate and tobacco notes befitting royalty. Upon
touching
down in Bogota, I was greeted at the runway by a
mysterious
woman with skin as dark and lovely as the roasted
beans I was
searching for. It was immediately obvious she knew
why I
had come and had expected me.
Once off the plane, I waved farewell to my loyal
companion
and Go-Go dancer entourage, loading my luggage
and favorite
French press into her jeep. After an hour of enduring
rough
terrain plus a rather sore bottom, we arrived at her
secluded
field. Once parked, we proceeded to hike to the top of
the hill
where her colleagues were busy sorting, blending and
roasting
the day’s harvest.
We sat down together at a small bistro table beside
the
roasting shed and locking her eyes to mine, she
finally spoke.
She said her name is Carmela and she had a coffee
that would
ensnare my senses. Her hands clapped twice and a
young boy
of 14 appeared with a wooden tray and two cups of
this
magical liquid. Scrutinizing the contents I could
immediately
smell the essence of dark chocolate and tobacco
lingering in
the air like a siren to a lonely sailor. I lifted the cup
to my lips
and upon my first sip I felt overtaken by the
chocolatey
passion, knocking me out of my chair. It was as if my
clothes
were flying everywhere, like Charlie Brown on the
receiving
end of a speeding fastball. I quickly regained my
senses,
however, like a Kennedy, I was bewildered to find my
pants
missing. Seeing me in a rather vulnerable state,
Carmela
grinned with cheeky approval. Come hither,
Carmela!
Having satisfied my scrutiny and recovering my
favorite
bespoke Kent & Haste trousers, I provided Carmela
her
payment. Now Doma is sharing Carmela’s blend with
true
coffee aficionados back home. Suffice to say this
decadent
roast is, to say the least, Peaberry Approved. |
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October 31, 2017
Medium
/ Dir. Trade, Sustainable
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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
rewarded Olympia with the 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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November 03, 2014
Medium
/ Organic, Fair Trade
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Ahhh…The thought of coffees from the Huila region of
Colombia make me smile in anticipation. Colombian coffees
have a wonderful reputation as being mild and well balanced
in the cup. Olympia’s San Sebastian Reserva is no exception.
Creamy and smooth notes of caramel, baked apple and panela
make this a great sweet and mellow drink-all-day-coffee.
When roasters and farmers work together, they can do great
things. The San Sebastian Reserva Project promotes long
lasting quality focused relationships between farmer and
roaster. A staff cupper in Colombia ensures quality by cupping
100’s of samples. The best and freshest crops that command
attention are sent to Olympia. This beautiful washed coffee
from OCCICAFE won Olympia’s heart. Try it and it will win
yours. It does not have to be Valentine's Day to fall in love. |
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March 10, 2016
Medium
/ Dir. Trade, Relationship
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Everyone knows that New York does everything big.
Dallis Bros. really hit the mark creating a big city espresso
that would be worthy of the Big Apple. Yes, it's big and bold,
just like the city. It has panache! It is unapologetic and
produces crema filled espresso shots that really pack a punch.
The sweet and smoky bittersweet chocolate notes are
delivered in a heavy body. It is great! One taste of this
classic espresso and you are sure to put this on your
go-to list in a New York minute! |
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December 05, 2018
Medium
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I am not quite sure why my choices in coffees seem to shift
with the change of the seasons. Every year around this time,
when the holidays start rolling in and the sky changes colors
and darkens, I crave warmth. I am drawn to naughty, sweet
childlike
flavors in my coffee. I think we all find rich and heavy bodied
coffees comforting. I can have a few luscious cups and feel
happy but often, as the day goes on, I tend to switch it up.
Dallis Bros Unisphere Blend has always been a yummy
cup that is light enough to drink all day and still give you the
happy sweet cup that you crave. While listed as a light roast, I
find it more of a medium-light. The milk chocolate, caramel,
plum, nougat and malt flavors could make this one of your
year round favorites. It certainly is one of mine! |
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November 06, 2016
Medium
/ Fair Trade, Organic
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This Espresso is truly outstanding! As an Espresso, the
aromas of pear blossom and grilled honey crisp apple
transform into a nice silky liqueur. It's not over yet! Then tart,
but sweet notes of apricot, tamarind and cashew combine and
take you to a juicy and nice long finish. One taste and I yelled
out "Oh My God!" - I love this as a drip too. It's fruity qualities
truly make it a wonderful cup. I could drink this, all day long.
The Boss! Winter Espresso - Get it while you can -- as long as
it lasts. Another exceptional espresso from Barefoot! |
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November 12, 2012
Medium
/ Relationship, Fair Trade
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Looking for adventure? No need to jump a plane.
Barefoot has just the cure for the summer blues with
their Adventurous Drip Sampler Pack. This sampler
contains coffees that are brighter and fruitier. Perfect
for those of you that
sleepwalk comatose to your coffee machine in the
morning drinking the same old reliable
coffee you order every time or that wallow in
indecision. Snore...
Wake up! Mix it up a bit! This set could be a
real eye-opener. Like a DJ choosing a playlist,
Barefoot keeps things exciting with smaller
sampler 8 ounce bags from a lineup of their current
more complex and fruity seasonal drip coffees. It is a
nice opportunity to try a
few Barefoot offerings and see what you think. At the
very least, it will leave
you feeling well traveled without the jet lag. For those
that want to play it a bit more safe there is also a
Barefoot
Traditional 3 bag sampler which tend to have more
chocolate
notes, heavier mouth feels and are less complex.
These are really great as well. Try this or don't!
Whatever you do, just try
something different today! |
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June 24, 2014
Medium
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