So Fall is in full swing! Every time I sweep in front of the store I am reminded of that. It’s my favorite time of year, that’s why I live in Seattle. We usually have 3 months of Summer and 9 months of Fall!
As we enjoy our creature comforts and get ready to hibernate, I was trying to figure out the perfect coffee for enjoying in front of my fireplace. Hands down it has to be Sumatra. The deep warming flavor and woodsy aroma make it perfect for me.
Last season must have been the perfect year for coffee in Sumatra because what we are drinking right now is truly great. The mushrooms and earth that are usually predominant are set off by an intense herbal quality that balances out the velvety mouth feel.
Like any grape growing region, coffee regions vary every year based on the weather, rainfall, soil balance, and cultivation just to name a few factors. Sometimes different coffees from the same region are blended to balance these changes and make them less noticeable year over year. Other times amazing qualities show themselves as coffees are roasted, and this year Sumatra is a true Jewel.
The Sumatra that I put in the Clover this morning was roasted five days ago. It doesn’t get any better than that.
So find a piece of pumpkin cheese cake, put a few more sticks of oak on the fire, and brew up a french press of Sumatra. Snuggle up with the tiger and practice your hibernation. After all, that’s what you worked so hard all summer for!
For more on Sumatra, click this link and select the island on the right. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/flatpages/businesstechnology/coffee.html
