(5 = Extraordinary to 1= Satisfactory)

ACIDITY 3 BODY 3 AROMA 4 COMPLEXITY 4 BALANCE 4 SPICEY - CHOCOLATY CARAMELLY - NUTTY BUTTERY - FRUITY FLOWERY - WINEY - EARTHY

Panama Baru Indian High Estate coffees are grown in the Bouquete growing region of western Panama. Indian High Estate is one of several coffee farms located around the slopes of Volcan Baru near the Costa Rica border that produces exceptional, distinctive coffees. This coffee is naturally shade grown at 1400 Meters (4,600 feet) and processed using the traditional method of density sorting in flotation canals between washing and drying. These Baru Estate coffees are then partially sun-dried and finished in a mechanical dryer.

Generally, Panamas are sweet but mild and usually fit somewhere between Mexican and Colombian coffees in the flavor profile. Until recently Panama coffees were typically used for blending or filling, but over the last few years this coffee has improved considerably and now Panamas have distinguished themselves to be an excellent value. This exemplary Volcan Baru is a very gifted varietal all on its own and makes for a classic, high-toned, rich yet smooth brew, or should we say "Baru".

A classic quintessential Central American coffee. Intense but balanced acidity, medium body, and tartly sweet fruit notes -- berry and citrus -- that soften towards a round, sweet, chocolaty finish.

Roast: Full City

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