Berries and cocoa on the dry aroma; bright red-berry and orange acidity on entry; caramel and brown-sugar sweetness through the middle; a medium, round body; and a finish of milk chocolate with a light black-tea note.
Buying Tips
AB grade: Bean size between A and B, with little flavor difference from AA
Region: Karatu sits on the edge of the Ngorongoro crater highlands; many farms border wildlife reserves, and volcanic soils with a cool climate produce bright fruit acidity
Varieties: Mainly traditional Bourbon and Kent
Brewing Notes
Pour-over: Medium grind, 91°C, ratio 1:15
French press: For medium roasts, a 4-minute steep combines berry sweetness and chocolate