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Date: 9/11/09
Notes: This coffee is so rich and elegant that there’s even crema around the rim of the cup from the press. The aroma lends itself to a citrus note, of course. However, I think I’m almost picking up on some “woodsy” in the press. I wouldn’t really tag it earthy, but definitely woodsy. Very low acidity. I’m really not picking up on as much citrusy in the flavor as I expected- ODD I know :-/
Date: 9/10/09
Notes: Komodo Dragon is a blend. Before grinding the beans I immediately notice the different bean sizes. Even the smell of the grinds is intoxicating! I am so totally prepared for a BIG BOLD punch in the mouth! Ahhh… the body! The creama on the shot is so rich and think it creeps up the sides of the cup. Definitely getting some citrus in the aroma. WoW! Lots of citrus in the flavor of the drip. Not so much in the press. The press is more earthy– I expected that. Bold but very low acidity. Not much left on the tongue. Would be a great coffee following a hearty meal.
Date: 9/10/09
Notes: lite, lively body – very lite! The crema on the shot is thick, covering the entire top. Not a great deal of difference between the drip and the press. The press, of course, presents more of the natural oils from the bean but doesn’t seem to be that much more bold in its aroma or flavor. The word that comes to mind here is “SNAP”, crisp, fresh, reFRESHing! I can see me sipping this coffee on a summer morning with breakfast on the patio 
Date: 9/4/09
Notes: This is a seasonal, African coffee from the country of… where else RWANDA– good guess! Really picking up on the herbal notes in the aroma of all three brew types. WOW! The flavor is screaming at me “ORANGE”! So odd that the aroma and the flavor are sending such mixed signals– maybe not. A lot of body going on here and a lot of taste hitting the tip of my tongue. Would be a GREAT after dinner coffee!
Side Note: When Rwanda first came out [just a couple of months ago] the bags were printed “BOLD” and the stickers were printed “MEDIUM”. It’s actually a medium coffee– the stickers were right
Date: 8/30/09
Notes: The difference in the appearance of the 3 brew types is remarkable. So much so that I had to document it with a photograph. [see below] The aroma varies from distinctive floral notes in the drip to more citrusy notes in the shot. A LOT of citrus going on in the FLAVOR of the drip though. Like a burst of grapefruit in my mouth! I’m really picking up the citrus on the tip of my tongue. Still, I am so totally amazed at how much I enjoy the drip of most of these coffees over that of the press. That seems to be a recurring theme of this 42-day challenge that I would have never expected.
Date: 8/28/09
Notes: I find it totally intriguing that I do the Caffe Verona as part of the challenge the very day after doing Yukon, seeing that Verona is 80% Yukon. The first coffee tasting I ever did was with Verona I’ll never forget the experience!
Just comparing the looks of the 3 I see 3 totally different coffees. The crisp cleanness of the drip , the subtle body of the press and that beautiful tale tale sign of the crema on the shot. The press longs to be accompanied by a piece of delicious dark chocolate. The drip longs for milk chocolate. The shot can stand on its own and needs nothing to accompany it. The shot quickly becomes bitter. The press is most enjoyable. I LOVE MY JOB!
Date: 8/27/09
Notes: Expected something “magical”, after all, it’s organic I was not disappointed! Each step: the drip, the press and then the shot is a step further into the realm of the unknown. The coffee is well balanced, acidity is medium at best. I picture myself curled up with a good book sipping Yukon on a chilly winter afternoon. Then I picture the sailors for whom this blend was created toiling away with their nets and catch only to be rewarded with a hearty cup of this smooth brew. I love the bear
