In an earlier entry I looked at Thousand Hills coffee. It didn’t quite make the cut for me (or several of my co-workers). Recently I was gifted a second bag (Thanks Therian!). This bag was the Vooba Vooba Espresso blend.
This blend is made with both Nicaraguan and Rwandan beans, not the traditional choice for an espresso blend. I changed the grind a few times to try and dial in the perfect shot and got a decent pour with some crema. The flavor was a bit sharp and maybe a bit acidic. Overall it made a decent espresso drink (my favorite is a strong Americano). I’d probably stick with a more traditional blend that had a higher crema production and a more well-balanced cup. It was bold enough to work well in any milk-based drink.
I meant to try it just as a brewed coffee and forgot! Now I’m wondering if every coffee they make uses Rwandan beans!