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Peaberry Recommends - Relationship
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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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January 01, 2016
Medium Dark
/ Sustainable, Relationship
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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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The ever popular Redcab - Brazil Espresso is a classic
Barefoot mainstay that always hits the
mark. On Target! Its flavor notes hint of taffy and cacao in a
dry aroma followed by layers of
hazelnut, caramel, plum and dark chocolate that really
deliver. Redcab is wonderfully
heavy bodied and round with an outstanding cream finish that
will make you come back for
more. Pull an espresso shot and get ready for blast of flavor
explosion! |
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March 05, 2017
Dark
/ Relationship, Dir. Trade
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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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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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Don your white woven Panama hat and recline in
your
Sarchi chair. That perfect summertime coffee has
arrived!
Mike at Klatch coffee has
done it again with this phenomenal naturally
processed Panama coffee. Panama Elida Natural is
not your typical coffee. It is almost like a Geisha type
coffee but
for a considerably lower price. This beauty
produces wonderful sweet berries and
floral notes. It has a berryish
chocolatey body with a bit of boysenberry and guava.
It finishes with an almost banana aftertaste.
It is currently the number one favorite coffee of
Klatch team
member Nzo right now.
I have to agree, it is one not to miss. |
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August 02, 2014
Medium
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Fresh Crop Bright, formerly known as Red Bear Espresso, is a
decadent offering from Mark Barany from Seattle. The flavor
notes of Berries, Florals, Citrus and Tropical are sensational!
Mark is a true artisan roaster. After meticulously cupping,
sampling and choosing only the best beans from all over the
world.
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. From the first sip of
his coffee, I knew Mark was a coffee rock star in the making.
Through the years, 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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September 04, 2017
Medium Light
/ Relationship
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