Kiko Bean

From Eight Fifty Espresso

Tasting notes

Dark Chocolate and Hazelnut, with a honey liqueur finish

Roast
Medium darkEstimated. The roaster does not state a roast level.
Process
Mixed
Caffeine
Regular
Varietals
Arusha, Typica, Catuai, Bourbon, Catimor

What Eight Fifty Espresso say

The Kiko Bean is more than just a coffee; it’s an exploration of the world’s finest coffee regions, united in one harmonious blend. Whether enjoyed in the solitude of the morning or as a shared moment of pleasure, the Kiko Bean Espresso is a journey through the rich tapestry of global coffee culture.

The Kiko Bean is a celebration of coffee's global heritage, bringing together the best of Papua New Guinea, Brazil, Colombia, and India. This unique blend features:

PNG (Arusha and Typica Varietals) : Known for their fruity and floral notes, these beans add an exotic twist to the blend.

Brazil (Catuai Varietal): The Brazilian Catuai lends a chocolatey richness, bringing a comforting depth to the coffee.

Colombia (Bourbon Varietal): Colombian Bourbon beans are celebrated for their bright acidity and sweet tones, adding a lively zest to the blend.

India (Catimor Varietal): Indian Catimor beans contribute a spicy complexity, offering a robust and earthy dimension to the coffee.

Each region contributes its best, resulting in a blend that is both harmonious and distinct, offering a cup that is as rich and varied as the lands from which it comes.

This multicultural blend results in a coffee that is as diverse as it is harmonious, a true reflection of the

The Kiko Bean is defined by its luxurious flavour profile:

Dark Chocolate and Hazelnut: These dominant notes offer a rich and indulgent base, providing a comforting and familiar touch to the coffee.

Honey Liqueur Finish: The experience is rounded off with a smooth honey liqueur finish, leaving a sweet and satisfying aftertaste.

The Kiko Bean blend incorporates both washed and natural processing methods:

Washed Process: This method, predominant in our Colombian and PNG beans, highlights the natural acidity and crispness, ensuring a clean and vibrant cup profile.

Natural Process: Primarily used for our Brazilian and Indian beans, this method allows the beans to absorb the natural sugars from the cherry, resulting in a richer, sweeter, and more full-bodied coffee.

This combination of processing methods in the Kiko Bean creates a coffee that is both nuanced and full-flavoured, perfectly capturing the essence of each varietal.

Grind: 21 grams of finely ground Kiko Bean espresso roast.

Temperature: 92 degrees Celsius for optimal extraction.

"Stepping off the plane, Guadalajara greeted me with a downpour. After a quick dash to the terminal and an hour-long drive through rain-drenched streets, I reached a quaint village nestled in the rolling hills.

Nestled within this village was the bed and breakfast I had booked my stay at. Upon arrival, the vibrant orange and pink flamingos adorning my room greeted me, and I retired for the night. Just as I was drifting off, an invitation to join the owners for dinner at a local downtown cafe interrupted my slumber.

The cafe, with its romantic candlelit tables, soft red decorations, and slow guitar music, offered a unique charm. As I sat there, sipping my coffee, a vivacious stranger approached me for a dance. With a smile, I declined, revealing that I had already found the love of my life, the Kiko Coffee Bean Blend.

Since that transformative experience at the secluded cafe in Mexico, my relaxation ritual involves brewing a cup of Kiko Bean Coffee, drawing a warm bath infused with bath salts and essential oils, and filling the room with a soothing lavender aroma. As I ease into the bath, the stress from my day as a surfboard shaper for a leading supplier of nautical equipment and beach accessories melts away.

All I need is the Kiko Coffee Bean Blend and a Carlos Santana track playing softly in the background."

Quoted from the Eight Fifty Espresso product page

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