I generally prefer a nice breve style coffee. Creamy half and half, a perfect pull of espresso (even from non “espresso blends”) and just a little sweetener of some kind. When I review beans however, I try to sample them in more detail. I’m really not a straight shot type of guy, but I taste the straight to get a sense of tone and body.
Next I’ll often make it as a hot and or cold latte with no sweetener, allowing me to take it in. Them maybe a pressed or drip brew to see how it comes off. All told, I want to know what a bean is capable of. While I may not try everything with every roast, I’ll always try to give an overall feel. So with that…
The Bottom Line…
Equator’s India Poabs Cherry is really good. It’s attractive multi-shaded beans are not too dark and smell amazing. It’s pulls espresso with a rich crema. It is has a bit of citrus zing. It can be intense or mild depending on your brew, but it’s not harsh and I like that. Hints of caramel and melon round it off on a very nice finish.
Gavin’s Bean Rank, 74/100. Great.
While this may not have blown my mind for uniqueness, it feels like a bit of a classic. A delicate quality at a good value. Poabs is a roast well worthy of a quality cup. It makes a good espresso hot or cold and should work nicely in other forms as well. Dig in… Gav
