Rogue Wave
Ethiopia - Banko Taratu Site
Region
Banko Taratu, Yirgacheffe Gedeb
Process
Washed
Varietal
Ethiopian Heirloom
Roaster Notes
Blackberry, Iced Tea, Jasmine, Grape, Nectarine
Review
Delicious! Very smooth, like dark chocolate with hints of bright floral and spicy notes. The most unusual Ethiopian coffee I've had so far.
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:17.4
Roasted
August 7 '26
Tasted
August 18 '26
Fix Coffee
Ethiopia Gigesa
Region
Shakiso Guji
Farm
Small Lot Holders
Process
Natural
Varietal
Heirloom
Roaster Notes
Pear, grape, brown sugar
Review
First beans from fix. They are labelled as light/medium roast but seem slightly darker than discovery or RW. The natural flavor is dominant and I can't really pick out any other flavors. Need to try washed process next time.
Score
7.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Roasted
November 30 '-1
Tasted
August 17 '26
Rogue Wave
Guatemala Ella
Process
Washed
Varietal
Bourbon, caturra, catui
Roaster Notes
Apricot, pear, dark chocolate, hazelnut, Blueberry
Review
Chocolatey, but also bright. Medium body. Lower strength than average, use 17.3. flavor was good at first, noticed a significant drop in flavor quality on July 31st, that's only 3 days before quality dropped. Crazy. Is this based on roasting date, or bag opened date?
Score
8.0
Ratio
1:17.3
Roasted
July 17 '26
Tasted
July 28 '26
Rogue Wave
Bolivia Tuki Tuki Edwin Huanca
Region
Tuki Tuki, Caranavi
Farm
Edwin Huanca
Process
Washed
Varietal
Red Catuai
Roaster Notes
Apricot, Chocolate, Vanilla, Orange, Hazelnut
Review
Pretty good, nice body, smooth flavor. It's not hitting my preferred flavor notes. A bit more floral and bright than I prefer.
Score
7.8
Ratio
1:17.7
Roasted
June 26 '26
Tasted
July 1 '26
Rogue Wave
Ethiopia Chelbesa One Station
Region
Gedeb
Farm
Various smallholders
Process
Washed
Varietal
Korume, Wolisho
Roaster Notes
Peach, Dried Mango, Iced Tea, Blueberry, Jasmine
Review
A bit different than other Ethiopian coffees I've tried. No bottom notes, less earthy, less body. More bright and nutty notes. Lower strength than average. It's not bad, but not what I was hoping for.
Much better on the third day, brewed in large press with 35g. Maybe the coffee needed more time to age after roasting, maybe it was the press. Sweeter with peach notes and more body. More floral notes coming through too.
Much better on the third day, brewed in large press with 35g. Maybe the coffee needed more time to age after roasting, maybe it was the press. Sweeter with peach notes and more body. More floral notes coming through too.
Score
8.7
Ratio
1:17.0
Roasted
June 26 '26
Tasted
July 1 '26
Rogue Wave
Myanmar Myay Ni Kone Ywangan
Region
Ywangan, Shan State
Farm
Shwe Taung Thu
Process
Natural
Roaster Notes
Concord grape, Pear, Milk Chocolate, Almond, Orange
Review
Very strong natural flavor similar to Ethiopia, but the other flavors are not very nice. Perhaps some of the grape or orange notes which don't sound appealing in coffee.
Score
7.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Roasted
June 15 '26
Tasted
June 1 '26
Rogue Wave
Colombia Monte Bonito
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
peach, milk chocolate, caramel, almond, tangerine
Review
Rich, chocolatey, smooth, full round body and mouth feel. Really good. Does not make good iced coffee.
Score
8.5
Ratio
1:0.0
Roasted
June 15 '26
Tasted
June 1 '26
Rogue Wave
Ethiopia Tariku Kare Bombe Natural
Region
Bombe, SNNPR
Process
Natural
Roaster Notes
cherry, nectarine, blueberry, orange
Review
Really good, both liked it.
No peachy notes in this, but a nice clean natural flavor.
No peachy notes in this, but a nice clean natural flavor.
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
June 1 '26
Rogue Wave
Ethiopia Tariku Kare Bombe
Region
Bombe, SNNPR
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
blueberry, mango, lemonade, nectarine, jasmine
Review
Yummy. Very similar to Gigesa. Maybe a little more acidic. Nectarine or peachy flavor is definitely there.
Score
8.5
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
June 1 '26
Rogue Wave
Panama Finca Carmen
Farm
Carmen Estate
Process
Washed
Varietal
Caturra
Roaster Notes
pear, apricot, milk chocolate, pecan, caramel
Review
Pretty good, and unique, like chocolate milk. Makes really great iced coffee!
Score
8.0
Ratio
1:17.4
Roasted
June 26 '26
Tasted
June 1 '26
Discovery
Peru Milciades Minga
Process
Natural
Roaster Notes
Pomegranate, cherry, cinnamon
Review
Flavor is mixed with interesting cinnamon notes but also some "cheap coffee" harsh notes.
Score
7.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
May 1 '26
Little Victories
Colombia Hugo Gualaco Pink Bourbon
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
white grape, tangerine jam
Review
Really good!
Score
0.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
April 1 '26
Discovery
Brazil Jaguara Crazy
Process
Natural
Roaster Notes
blueberry, pineapple, almond brittle
Review
Good, definitely get the fruit and brittle flavors. It's a good natural, I like the flavor.
Score
8.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
April 1 '26
Discovery
Peru La Fortaleza
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
Apple, cinnamon, pecan, maple syrup
Review
Good flavor, smooth, chocolatey, better with less cream. Definitely got less enjoyable in the second half of the bag, was harder to get a good cup.
Score
8.0
Ratio
1:18.0
Tasted
March 1 '26
Discovery
Colombia Cauca Popayan
Process
Honey
Varietal
Castillo
Roaster Notes
guava, strawberry, vanilla, hibiscus
Review
Very bright, the hibiscus note is accurate. Hard to find an amount of cream and sugar that tastes good.
Score
7.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
March 1 '26
Discovery
Ethiopia Guji Shakisi Gigesa
Region
Guji
Process
Natural
Varietal
Heirloom
Roaster Notes
peaches, strawberry, honey
Review
Very similar to the first one.
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:17.5
Tasted
January 1 '26
Discovery
Costa Rica Hermanos Aguilera
Process
Red Honey
Roaster Notes
Vanilla, Panela, Nectarine
Review
Similar to Guaya'b, but thinner body, slightly brighter and nuttier.
Score
8.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
December 1 '25
Discovery
Kenya Nyeri Othaya Peaberry
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
blackberry, black tea, lemon meringue
Review
High acidity, fruity flavor. Ok with enough cream.
Score
7.0
Ratio
1:18.0
Tasted
November 1 '25
Discovery
Guatemala Guaya'b
Region
Huehuetenango
Farm
Womens Co-op
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
Chocolate, Caramel, Kiwi
Review
Good. strong, chocolatey & smooth body.
Score
8.0
Ratio
1:19.2
Tasted
November 1 '25
Discovery
Tanzania Gaia Estate AA
Region
Oldeani Village, Karatu District
Farm
Gaia Farm
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
Black Cherry, Honey, Brown Sugar
Review
Inconsistent results, sometimes bright, sometimes muddy. Did not enjoy.
Score
6.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
November 1 '25
Discovery
Ethiopia Supernatural
Process
Natural
Roaster Notes
blueberry, vanilla, peach
Review
Really good! Smooth, bold flavorful
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
September 1 '25
Discovery
Mexico Mayan harvest
Roaster Notes
Apple, cinnamon, candied pecans.
Review
Lighter body, decent flavor, a bit roasty and sweet. No bottom end in the flavor profile.
Score
7.0
Ratio
1:17.7
Tasted
September 1 '25
Discovery
El Salvador La Esperanza
Process
Natural
Roaster Notes
Cherry pie, hibiscus, strawberry, bubblegum
Review
Good flavor but overpowered by fermented flavors.
Score
8.0
Ratio
1:18.0
Tasted
August 1 '25
Discovery
Ethiopia Gigesa
Process
Natural
Roaster Notes
peaches, elderflower, strawberry
Review
Smooth, hint of peach, the fermented flavor is there but it's good. Beans are good quality, grind well with no chaff.
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:17.5
Tasted
June 1 '25
Discovery
Peru David Flores
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
pineapple, nectarine, sweet tea
Review
Smooth, complex, flavorful. Produces a lot of fines, make sure to filter them out first. Beans have tons of chaff.
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:18.0
Tasted
June 1 '25
Discovery
Rwanda Murundo
Roaster Notes
strawberry, grape jelly, Orange pekoe
Review
Janice said 7.5, Brant did not like, thought it was too floral, gave it a 5.
Score
6.3
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
May 1 '25
Discovery
Kenya Kamoini
Roaster Notes
blackberry, Jasmine, blueberry, lemonade
Review
Smooth, a bit of acidity
Score
8.5
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
March 1 '25
Discovery
Costa Rica Los Cuarteles
Process
Black Honey
Roaster Notes
Cherry plum, Brown Sugar, Hibiscus
Review
a bit funky, thick syrupy mouth feel. Nice flavor, rich with a bit of acidity.
Score
8.5
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
February 1 '25
Discovery
Ethiopia Bensa Buncho
Region
Sidama
Farm
Various Smallholders
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
Peach, Black Tea, Hibiscus
Review
Very smooth, mild, but has good flavor. Peach actually comes through but in a good way.
Score
9.8
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
February 1 '25
Discovery
Nicaragua Luis Joaquin Lovo
Region
Nuevo Segovia
Farm
Finca Bella Aurora
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
Apples, cinnamon, brown sugar
Review
Rich, chocolatey, smooth
Score
9.2
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
January 1 '25
Discovery
Columbia NariƱo Alianza
Region
Buesaco, Narino
Farm
Various Smallholders
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
pecan pie, brown sugar, tangerine
Review
Smooth and light, very good.
Score
8.5
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
January 1 '25
Discovery
Mexico Santa Cruz Ozolotepec
Roaster Notes
Chocolate, Butterscotch, Raspberry
Review
Really good! Complex, chocolaty, smooth, light-medium body
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
September 1 '24
Discovery
Colombia Augustino Forest
Roaster Notes
Toffee, Pear, Ceylon tea
Review
Ended up throwing out the bag
Score
1.0
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
June 1 '24
Discovery
Peru Juihuay
Region
Lacco Valley, Cusco
Farm
Various Smallholders
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
Apricot, Sweet Tea, Kiwi, Dried Strawberry
Review
Lots of flavor, a bit funky but delicious!
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
June 1 '24
Discovery
Colombia Tolima Select
Roaster Notes
apple, brown sugar, pineapple, cinnamon
Review
Not good, harsh acidic notes. Threw it out.
Score
1.0
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
April 1 '24
Discovery
Guatemala Finca Santa Clara
Region
Sacatepequez
Farm
Ricardo Zelaya
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
Honeycrisp Apple, Orange Pekoe, Cinnamon
Review
Smooth, lighter body, hints of spices
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
March 1 '24
Discovery
Peru Cafe de Mujer
Region
Rodriguez de Mendoza
Farm
124 Individual Female Smallholder Producers
Process
Washed
Roaster Notes
Chocolate Biscotti, Sweet Tea, Nectarine
Review
Earthy, chocolatey, smooth, rich. YUM!
Score
9.0
Ratio
1:0.0
Tasted
February 1 '24
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