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There
are so many Fortunes coffees to choose from learn more about coffee, cupping
& the senses.
is
comparing and contrasting. Tasting only one coffee at a time does not create any
context. But if you taste two or three coffees, you can compare them in terms of
your personal preference, but also in terms of aroma, acidity, body, and flavor.
(A tip: When tasting more than one coffee, always taste lighter bodied coffees
first and work up to fuller bodied coffees.)
is the first hint
of how your coffee will taste. In fact, most of your sense of taste actually
comes from your sense of smell - which is why coffee can taste so satisfying and
sublime.
, in tasting
terms, doesn't mean sour or bitter; it's a lively, tangy, palate-cleansing
property, ranging from low to high. Think of the range from still water to
sparkling water, and you'll get the idea.
is the weight or
thickness of the beverage on your tongue. Body ranges from light to full.
is the all
important melding of aroma, acidity, and body that creates an overall
impression.
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