A gift from abroad. While it doesn’t match the quality of the rest of the lineup here, it served as a great drink for multitasking. For instance, while working or attending online business calls. P.S. I rarely get a chance to try their coffee, but they seem to change the design of their bags every time. Interestingly, judging by the sticker on the bottom of the bag, Belarus levies excise tax on specialty coffee. ...
This one is S-tier. The carefully crafted and designed box truly matches the quality of every bean. During blind testing in cupping ceremonies with my friends — hosted 3 times with 4 different coffees each time — it won unanimously every single time. Surprisingly few roasters put as much attention into the design of their packaging. Scandinavians truly excel on that front. ...
La Cabra is Spanish for “goat”, a rather peculiar name for a Danish roaster. It might be a reference to the coffee origin story from Ethiopian folklore. My first encounter with them was during a short trip, when I walked into a promising-looking coffee shop and was served an incredibly clean cup brewed with a Delter Press. A coffee shop serving brews from Delter is such a rare occurrence, and having it taste so incredibly clean naturally led me to order a bag. Their prices are on the higher end, but the quality is impeccable. They promise a lot and actually deliver. This one worked well in both the AeroPress and Delter as a daily brew. ...
Sometimes serendipitous events make you question your life choices. I picked up this bag from a coffee shop I wandered into during a trip abroad, which happened to be hosting a cupping event. Following the roaster’s recommendation (who was leading the event), I decided to reduce my brewing temperature for all coffees from 96°C to 95°C. Additionally, when brewing a single cup with an AeroPress, I now add about 10% more water to the final cup. This gives me one or two extra sips, while consistently improving the cup quality. ...
While not remarkable, this coffee offers a unique experience that deserves to be drunk as a ritual. One of the unique characteristics of Lacava is that the pictures on the bag perfectly encapsulate the taste. While tasting two or three of their coffees side-by-side, you could tell which coffee is which by looking only at the picture. My only regret is that it’s 200g instead of the standard 250g. ...
Coffee brought back from a short trip. Even though you can sense distinct gesha flavor, I wouldn’t call the quality exceptional, as the packaging claims. Pleasant notes were always accompanied by undesirable woody or smoky ones, despite my efforts to adjust the brewing method. It was best enjoyed while focusing on something else, not when pondering the coffee itself.
This one is a very comfortable all-rounder that I’d recommend to anyone willing to sip their daily coffee while doing something else, like working or reading. Lacava doesn’t disappoint, and the price is appropriate for the quality it offers.
Although not as flavor-rich as its predecessor, this coffee still ranks exceptionally high in overall taste quality. The flavor is exactly what you might expect from Yirgacheffe Ethiopian coffee - very fruity and sweet. As a whole, this coffee is a joy every step of the way. From the packaging to the unground beans, the aroma during grinding to the final brew - it’s a top-tier experience. ...
The bag design itself deserves some attention. Instead of a sticker or print, there is a designer label similar to the one found on clothes. A very creative and unconventional approach. Taste-wise the coffee also delivers on all fronts. I can’t say I felt mulberry (never tried a fresh one, though), but grapefruit and mirabelle plum notes were noticeable. Mexican coffee is also not easy to come by where I live. ...
It’s always a stress to try a new roaster. This coffee is a versatile all-rounder, which should suit a wide audience as their daily brew.