Malawi - Bergies Coffee - Gilbert, Arizona

Preparation:  Aero Press

Scores:  Scale of 1 - 10 with 10 being excellent

Aroma:  9

Balance:  10

Flavor:   10
Smoothness:  9

Likes:

Nutty
Savory
Toasty
Bright Finish
Medium Acidity
Sweet Tea Flavors

Dislikes:


Summary:

 It is hard to find coffee roasters this good in Arizona, but because of a series of strange events I stumbled on to this AWESOME little coffee and roast house and I am so glad I did.

I bought the Malawi coffee beans because I have never had Malawi coffee before and have to say that I enjoyed it very much.  I usually don't like a "bright" coffee, but this was quietly bright with a touch of sweetness that was not overpowering.  Of course I made the coffee strong which satisfied my propensity for a lot of deep dark flavor.

If you are looking for a great cup of coffee or looking to buy some quality coffee beans in Arizona, then this is the place for you.  Also, you can sit outside in the garden atmosphere or nestle yourself inside with friendly people and good vibes.  I highly recommend Bergies!



*Malawi is a small country called The Republic of Malawi.  It is located in southeastern Africa between Mozambique and Zambia.  It is one of the few African countries that is able to trade their coffee directly without government control.

309 N. Gilbert Road

Gilbert, Arizona

www.bergiescoffee.com

 

P.S.  Special thanks goes to Andrew C. who introduced me to Bergies!  To read about how I met Andrew and the strange sequence of events that led me to Bergies ...... go to Andrew's blog - 

andrewcannonwrites.wordpress.com

Cheers!

Bella Donovan - Blue Bottle Coffee Company - San Francisco, California

Bella Donovan

Preparation:  Aero Press

Scores:  Scale of 1 - 10 with 10 being excellent

Aroma:  10

Balance:  10

Flavor:   10
Smoothness:  9

Likes:

Nutty
Savory
Flavorful
Salty
Sweet
Earthy


Dislikes:


Summary:  This morning I am enjoying a cup of Bella Donovan coffee from Blue Bottle Coffee Company.  Branden and Kathleen were recently in San Francisco and weathered the long line to bring me back some of these A+ coffee beans.  Many thanks go out to you both!  This coffee is warm and enticing and packed with intense flavor! The finish is long and memorable.  I can imagine myself down at the Wharf right now......  Seagulls flying above and the misty ocean air blowing through my hair as I sip a cup of Bella Donovan to keep warm.  Ahhhh.........

Bella Donovan is a mix of African and Indonesian coffee beans that make up a Mocha/Java blend.  I definitely recommend using the Burr grinder and Aero Press coffee method to brew this coffee so that you can fully experience all the complex flavors. 

Africa = low body/high acidity

Indonesia = high body/low acidity

Again, thank you Branden and Kathleen for thinking of me and standing in that very long line at Blue Bottle Coffee Company.  If I do say so myself....... it was worth it  : )

Overall score:  10

Blue Bottle Coffee Company

Ferry Building

Ferry Building Marketplace, Shop #7, 1 Ferry Building. San Francisco

Blue Ribbon Blend - Home Town Coffee Roasters - Arlington, Oregon

Preparation:  Procter Silex Coffee Maker And Aero Press

Scores:  Scale of 1 - 10 with 10 being excellent

Aroma:      9
Balance:    9
Flavor:   9
Smoothness:   9

Likes: 
             Flavorful
             Full Bodied
             Carmel Flavors
             Nutty & Sweet
             Smooth
            
Dislikes:  

Summary:   Wow! What a cool package!  I love the label for Home Town Coffee Roasters! And, I love the coffee!  Special thanks go out to Eva and Bob for sending me a surprise package full of four different one pound coffees.  They all arrived freshly roasted (roasting date stamped on package) from Arlington, Oregon.  

The Blue Ribbon Blend is a winner.  It is smooth, sweet and full bodied with notes of nuts and carmel.  For a more intense flavor I used the Aero Press and was delighted with a bold strong coffee that scored a touchdown with me.  This coffee is great for sipping especially first thing in the morning with your home town newspaper.

Again ...... a shout out to Eva and Bob and if you'd like to learn more about Home Town Coffee go to their cool website:  Hometowncoffeeroasters.com.

Go Ducks 2013!!!