In Brief: A Very Good espresso – rich, smooth, with brown sugar sweetness and hints of liquorice. Milder than expected in cappuccino, producing a pleasant custardy flavour – Good.
Commentary: The Melbourne branch of New Zealand roastery Coffee Supreme has long been a well respected contributor to Melbourne’s coffee culture. It is a true testament to their skills that they have created this blend from the limited set of coffees that are both Fair Trade and organic certified.
I note that this coffee was only a few days old when reviewed. It may be that if it had had a chance to rest for a few more days, it might have performed better in milk.
A subtle blueberry flavour reminiscent of a good quality Ethiopian Harrar made a brief and fleeting appearance only in the longer espresso shots.
Packaging:
Airtight: No.
Valve: No.
Resealable: Yes.
Roast Date: Yes.
In Detail:
Acidity: Medium-Low.
Body/Mouthfeel: Medium-High.
Aftertaste (Length): High.
Aftertaste (Cleanliness): Medium.
Bitterness: Medium-Low to Medium.
Strong Flavours (Espresso) : Cocoa, liquorice/aniseed.
Subtle Flavours (Espresso): Blueberry (not present in all shots).
Strong Flavours (Cappuccino) : Mild in milk, custardy.
Subtle Flavours (Cappuccino): Straw.
Subjective Scores:
Espresso – Taste: Good to Very Good.
Espresso – Aftertaste: Very Good to Excellent.
Cappuccino: Good.
Roaster’s Response:
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Review Article: March 2009.
Reviewers: Luca Costanzo, Nim Namasi, David Makin.
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