Sumatra Dry Process Bebesen Aulia

The dry grounds displayed fruited characteristics amidst intense cocoa bittering, with a caramelized sugar smell that had savory sweetness, like candied nut. The wet aroma had a pungent spice note, allusions to fruit pudding, dried prune, and a hint of aromatic cedar. Intense bittering tones take hold in the cup, fading to acetic fruit hints, and something like chocolate liqueur. Full City-Full City+ roasts give way to aromatics of woody incense, anise, and earthy dried fruits. Body is silky and promises the intense flavor profile leaves a lasting impression. We enjoyed our City+ roast quite a bit too, which is where process-related flavors come through most. The cup had fruited characteristics of freeze dried fruits, tamarind, and tangy dried dates. Very few dry process coffees get our recommendation for single origin espresso, but this is an exception. At Full City+, my ristretto shots were inky-textured and full of crema, with opaque bittering chocolate tones (think baking chocolate), and a dark plum note behind it. It's certainly intense, but I'd gladly go back for seconds!