Blind Assessment: Rich, complex, savory sweet. Caramel, lemon, molasses, hints of apricot and rose-like flowers in aroma and cup. Crisply tart acidity; silky mouthfeel. Flavor carries into a rich though drying finish.
Notes: Despite grower discontent and loss of prime growing terrain to urban development, Kenya continues to produce some of the world’s most elegant and distinctive coffees. AA is the highest grade of Kenya coffee based mainly on bean size. Barrington Coffee is an artisan roaster dedicated to elite coffees, fresh delivery and roasting that foregrounds the coffee and not the roast. Visit www.barringtoncoffee.comor call 800-528-0998 for more information.
Who Should Drink It: Unusual Kenya profile, deep and savory sweet with layered complexity. Suggests pairing with desserts.