Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters Thogarihunkal Estate (Medium Roast) - 250 Gm (French Press)

Tried this on a whim, since the flavor profile mentioned grapes and almonds... This is much different from the usual dark roast Vienna. The taste is not at all bitter. Would be a good option for non black coffee drinkers. The after taste is mild and lingers on for some time as a pleasant taste. Gotbthe French press grind. Would definitely try the whole beans next time for an even fresher experience.

I had got the French press grind. Its not a particularly strong coffee as other Blue Tokai coffees that i had tried before. If u r preparing this one through channi method or French press, then the ideal brewing time is about 5-6 mins, as per my realisation n liking, which is a bit more than other coffees from the same brand. N surprisingly, this coffee tastes even better if u cold brew it (16 hours on avg), but thats just personal taste n preferrences.

A friend recommended Blue Tokai when I ran out of my usual blend for French press. I almost went for the Vienna blend as I drink dark roast but then chose Thogarihunkal estate because the flavor profile sounded interesting. The coffee is definitely not bitter for one thing but also it is not a medium roast. To me it was rather mild but I loved the mouthful nutty aftertaste.

I am not sure if it is 100% arabica coffee without any additions. I say so because the color of the brew is brownish rather than dark brown - black. Also, I have to add more than the usual standard measure and brew longer to get any intensity out of it. As for the flavor, I really couldn't discern much. Its more of a medium-dark roast and has no outright character or significant standout notes. Basically, its bland and very uninspiring. I would avoid this brand outright as most of their coffee blends seem to be adulterated.

It has many flavours like almond and citrus which I am not typically found of in my coffee. Also so this was a mild roast coffee bean. All in all it is a decent coffee flavour however not their best. Do not take this negative review otherwise because the quality of the product is superlative.