Posts made by Stephen Sallas

• Day 18: Burundi Long Miles Gaharo Natural

  Great to experience the same beans washed and natural! This cup is dominated by a smooth chocolate flavor, and as it cooled down, the cherry flavor really popped out. Comparing back to the washed...

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  Stephen Sallas
  12/18/23, 2:32 PM
• Day 13: Krampus PB

  Even though I typically lean towards lighter roasts, I was excited to try the foreboding Krampus. I was pleasantly suprised! The roasty, tobacco-esque notes are dominant, but the burnt sugar and ch...

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  Stephen Sallas
  12/13/23, 4:13 PM
• Day 12: Ethiopia Gedeb Beriti Natural

  Was actually brewing with these beans in the weeks leading up to the advent calendar, so I when I saw it at day 12, I knew it'd be like returning to an old friend.  This cup consistently has ...

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  Stephen Sallas
  12/12/23, 2:52 PM
• Day 6: Costa Rica Las Lajas Black Honey

  Found this forum a little late as well, but this one is one of the best the calendar has had to offer so far. Intense cherry flavor upon first sip with a semi-sweet chocolate finish to balance ever...

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  Stephen Sallas
  12/12/23, 2:41 PM
• Day 14: Panama Creativa Giovana Boutet Anaerobic

  Due to a silly mix-up, accidentally made this cup a few days early. I believe everyone is definitely in for a treat with this one! Intense sweetness straight away and then waves of complex flavors...

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  Stephen Sallas
  12/12/23, 2:37 PM