September Coffee Updates

It's been a while, and I wanted to give you an update on existing and new products!

Every once in a while, I'll make some cold brew. It's an easy recipe, but I decided to geek out a little since I received a free gift from a conference last year that had been unopened and collecting dust. I tested grind size on my Fellow Ode II grinder and then tested which products I liked using my previous grind size test (see picture). Surprisingly, I favored the light roasted Ethiopian—it was refreshing and I really enjoyed the fruit notes. For a traditional coffee with milk, I also enjoyed the current Guatemala from the Atitlan region.

So what's new and what's coming?

I've been on a honey process kick. I'm really excited about a new Ethiopian from the Yirgacheffe region that is honey processed. It's a light roast that's delicate and floral.

On the other side of the coffee spectrum, I have a great medium roast from Guatemala Atitlan region. This one took a while to find. After a lot of sample roasting and cupping, I found this product from importer Covoya. (Thanks Covoya for all the patience and samples!) For those who aren't into light fruity roasts, this one is sweet and chocolaty and perfect as a brew or in espresso-based milk drinks.

And let's not forget our existing peaberry from Kenya...light and delicate with hints of stone fruits.

Next month, I should have 2 small limited releases—one from Vietnam that is honey processed and another honey processed but anaerobic coffee from Costa Rica. I think these were great finds and will be fun to drink different varieties from around the world.

Last, I have been roasting some decaf for friends. If you're interested, contact me—I do have a good Colombian that is light/medium roast and a great Peru that is lightly roasted. Evening affogato with the Colombian or an afternoon cup of decaf from Peru?

I hope you are all doing well and giving back to yourself, whether that's with friends and family or taking some time to reflect. Take care, and thank you for all the encouragement and support.