Congo Kivu-Umoja

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Congo Umoja

Reviewed: September 2021

• Aroma: 8
• Structure/Acidity: 8
• Body: 9
• Flavor: 9
• Aftertaste: 8
• Overall Rating: 92

“Blind assessment: Richly cocoa-toned. Cocoa nib, cashew butter, lily, lemon verbena, date in aroma and cup. Sweet-toned with mild acidity; plush, syrupy mouthfeel. Cocoa- and nut-driven finish.

“The bottom line: A deep-toned, richly sweet Congo cup with an especially viscous, syrupy mouthfeel” (Kenneth Davids, Coffee Review, September 2021).

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