As a social worker, I’m interested in social consciousness and sustainability. Apparently, so is the company that I’m going to introduce you to today. Say hello to the Christopher Bean Coffee Company. Founded in 1996 by Christopher Bean, (yes, that’s his real name) they’ve enjoyed rapid growth by way of creating innovative flavored blends and expanding their product availability around the entire U.S.
Today, let’s take a closer look at their Winter Wonderland blend. It’s apparently quite good. So good that it’s kind of a big deal. People know it. It has many leather-bound books and it’s apartment smells of rich mahogany.
I got to try it the other day at my internship, and I was quite smitten with it. The bag is blue, holographic, and very visually appealing. You can find it in stores for about $8.00 per 12 ounces. The only thing I don’t like about it before the taste/ smell test is the fact that the coffee is pre-ground, which compromises the freshness somewhat. Oh well. Perfection is something I have yet to encounter in coffeeland. Or in real life, for that matter...
Acidity- It’s got a pretty strong acidic kick. Most of that comes from the coconut flavor, I think. It’ll dry you out all over, so be prepared!
Aroma- It’s got a pretty good mixture of smells going on... I smell hazelnut and vanilla, with smaller hints of something else. All of the flavors will probably be more apparent when I take a sip.
Body- It's got a pretty standard body. If you tend to like a heavier body, as I do, add some cream to this coffee before you drink it.
Flavor- I took a sip, and immediately figured out what I was smelling earlier was caramel and a little hint of coconut in addition to the white chocolate, hazelnut, and vanilla. One of the most complex coffees I’ve tasted so far. I really like it, and I think you will, too!
Buzz factor- Average.
Overall rating: 8.0 out of 10. This is one you want to keep around during those cold, snowy days.
By the way, check out the video at the end featuring blurry Christopher Bean products and Ozzy Osbourne singing unintelligibly.
Till next time, coffee connoisseurs!
I actually have this coffee in my pantry right now. I got it on sale probably a few months back. I would try to compare it with your review, but I really don't have a taste for coffee. Mainly just lots of creamer. Oooohh.. creamer reviews?
ReplyDeleteI'll review straight up creams! Actually, i won't. But will say that I'm just snobby enough that I won't buy pre-ground coffee.
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