Loyal No. 24



   Here I have my second bean from Loyal Coffee out of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Loyal believes their purpose is to use coffee as a catalyst to positively impact every community they interact with. Before you enjoy a cup of Loyal Coffee at the cafe, it’s roasted at a location they affectionately call “The Clubhouse”. The Loyal Coffee Clubhouse is located inside the Ivywild School on the south side of downtown Colorado Springs. This is where their team passionately works to choose coffees that are exciting and approachable for all coffee drinkers. The team aims to bring out the best in each coffee by roasting with creativity and precision giving everyone a chance to savor great coffee together.

   This is their No. 24 bean, a washed Ethiopian. This washed heirloom varietal comes to us from the Oromia region named for the native people who live here. Often referred to as Guji (a specific Oromia tribe) this region is associated with a rich coffee growing tradition. Near the town of Shakiso, Faysel Yonis mills and processes this bean. Loyal notes flavors of mango, pineapple, and clover honey with a lighter green tea body. I brewed this at my standard 1:12 ratio. This was a super fruity coffee. Lots of tropical fruits, but not heavy like a natural would be. Nice & light, but full of flavors of pineapple & orange & berries & peaches. Nice floral honey sweetness as well. This was a very tasty cold brew.

   Many thanks to Eric & Loyal for the tasty beans. Met up with Eric at their shop and always good times being able to meet these roasters face to face and build relationships.

Check them out here:  loyalcoffee.co


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