MSI Coffee Tasting Club: Week #3 – East Africa Blend

(STARBUCKS)RED Blend Coffee also known as East Africa Blend by Starbucks Coffee

Africa is the birthplace of coffee, and Starbucks has always cherished the amazing flavors and aromas of African coffees. And, with the opening of Farmer Support Center in Rwanda, we’re working directly with farmers to improve the quality and sustainability of their coffee for years to come.

As part of our ongoing commitment to give back to the people and communities that grow our coffee, Starbucks has partnered with (PRODUCT) RED™ to give $1.00 to the Global Fund every time you buy a pound of (STARBUCKS)RED coffee. This money will help to provide treatment for children and adults living with HIV, helping to fight AIDS in Africa. And that makes every sip better for all of us.

To learn more about (RED)™ and the Global Fund visit JOINRED.COM.

This blend of beans from East Africa is balanced and complex, with delicate acidity and a flavorful interplay of sweet citrus, subtle herbal and savory spice notes.

Intensity: Bold

MY NOTES:

Smell: mild earthy spice
Taste: very acidic, earthy, spicy, thick, smooth, deep
After taste: acidic, citrus, spice

This was way to acidic for my tastes.

+1 sugar
A slightly sweet aftertaste

+2 sugar
Sweeter up front, less acidic, still spicy and citrus
More spicy less acidic aftertaste

This wasn't as aromatic as the Yukon (MSI Coffee Tasting Club: Week #1 – Organic Yukon Blend®.

So far my favorite has been the Italian Roast (MSI Coffee Tasting Club: Week #2 – Italian Roast)

About the tasting club:

The program was announced 3/2/2010 on MSI (My Starbucks Idea)

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MSI Tasting Club Details

You need to post your week #3 tasting notes here:

MSI Coffee Tasting Club Week #3 - (Starbucks)RED East Africa Blend

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