3/14/2015

Kinden Estate

Beans: Kinden Estate
Roaster: Namamame Hompo
Roasting Degree: Full City
Origin/Area: Wahgi Valley, Western Highlands Province, Papua New Guinea
Grade: AA
Screen: SC18
Defect: ~10
Altitude: 1,550m~
Variety: Typica, Under 10% Catimor
Process: Washed, Sun-dried

【Flavor scale】
Aroma: 4
Sweetness: 4
Acidity: 3
Bitterness: 3
Richness: 4     
※Grade 1 to 5

【Impression】
Dark, mellow cacao aroma, Criollo varietal, orange, satsuma mandarin, a touch of caramel, clear, juicy, light texture, high tone acidity, fruity, lemony, citric, apple vinegar, coconuts sugar, american cherry, peach, plum, a touch of nutty sweetness, almonds, sheer tangy bitterness, fruity soothing-ness as a long lasting aftertaste.  

【Note】
Established in 1965, Kinden Estate produce 1,000t per year in maximum.  Well known New Guinean coffee, such as Arona or Sigri, has moderate acidity and rich flavor, which distinguishes it from Indonesian.  Much of Papua New Guinean coffee is grown in the mountain highlands and on small plantations, but Kinden is one of exception in size.  Regarding processing, Kinden is well equipped and managed to produce more consistent/clean coffee.

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