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Washed · medium

Freedom

Roasted by Giv Coffee

This medium roast blend offers a balanced profile between body, flavor, and acidity, perfect for a breakfast or house blend.

Freedom — Giv Coffee
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Creamybodiedsugar sweetnessbalanced

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ORIGIN: Colombia, Nicaragua, and Ethiopia

REGION: Narino, Dipilto, Jimma

VARIETALS: Castillo, Caturra, and Heirloom Ethiopia

PROCESS: Washed

WE TASTE: Creamy, bodied, sugar sweetness, balanced

This is our medium roast blend.  For those of you who love a breakfast blend or a house blend this is for you.  Our goal here is balance between body, flavor, and acidity.

— Giv Coffee

Context

Freedom, a washed-process offering from Giv Coffee, exemplifies the clean, focused profile often associated with this traditional preparation method. While processing methods significantly influence the final cup, washed coffees are frequently celebrated for their ability to highlight the inherent characteristics of the bean, resulting in a refined clarity. In this specific lot, the roaster highlights a creamy mouthfeel and a balanced structure, anchored by a distinct sugar sweetness.

When evaluating such profiles, it can be helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better articulate the nuances of body and sweetness. Because this coffee is processed using the washed method, the focus remains on the interplay between its substantial body and the clarity of its sugary notes. This balance makes it a versatile choice for those who appreciate a structured, approachable cup that emphasizes a smooth, lingering finish rather than the intense acidity or fruit-forward profiles found in other processing styles.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Freedom taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Creamy, bodied, sugar sweetness, and balanced.

How is Freedom processed?

Freedom uses the Washed process.

What roast level is Freedom?

It is roasted to a medium level.

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