Like several relationship, generally you study one thing new about somebody (or one thing) you have been with for many years.
That was the case with our current survey that was despatched to Cafe Kaldi and 700 lovers. The survey was despatched as a result of we have seen a comparatively shocking choice in direction of 700 recently, although Cafe Kaldi has been round for 30 years. We determined to see how lovers of every have been experiencing the espresso blends we love a lot.
So, scroll all the way down to see a few of the outcomes, straight from the mouths and minds of espresso lovers such as you. Is something shocking to you? What’s your expertise like? We might love to listen to from you!
WHAT WE LEARNED
MANY HAVE TASTED 700 WITHOUT KNOWING IT
Over 50% of respondents did not know each latte and espresso-based drink at our cafes is made with 700 as the bottom. 75% knew that Cafe Kaldi has been our home mix since 1994.
CANDY BAR VS. A TINGLE OF ACIDITY
700 elicited robust connection to phrases like “chocolate” and “caramel” when requested about flavors. We have at all times considered 700 as a “sweet bar in a cup”.
Cafe Kaldi had phrases like “vanilla” and “citrus” talked about typically, but additionally a heavy hit of nostalgia (many bear in mind ingesting Cafe Kaldi in our cafes and forming a deep connection!).
Phrase cloud of phrases to explain 700
YOU ARE LIKE US
Many respondents stated they like Cafe Kaldi on drip and 700 on espresso, simply the best way we make it in our cafes. The little bit of citrus acidity in Cafe Kaldi was the dominant cause for it being made as filter espresso, whereas 700 holds up higher to take advantage of in espresso-based drinks.
MEDIUM-ROASTS ARE STILL TOPS
The overwhelming majority of respondents love the vary from medium-light to medium-dark. We additionally love that these roasts permit for the scrumptious steadiness of sweetness and complexity.
SOME OF OUR FAVORITE COMMENTS
“I make morning espresso on a Bonavita drip, and I favor Cafe Kaldi. It has a extra balanced, open taste in comparison with 700, which is sweet however can style a bit of heavy. Cafe Kaldi can be extra nostalgic to me, since I used to dwell in St. Louis and it jogs my memory of being there.”
“I do like 700 for chilly brews however Cafe Kaldi is my go-to when serving company at dwelling who I do and do not know their style preferences.”
“Cafe Kaldi is nearer to a lightweight mix so I really feel I can style extra of the flavour notes than a darker espresso. That is additionally most likely as a result of I completely make pour overs.”
“The 700 has the proper tasting notes for my palate. I typically make a double-shot Americano with an Aero-Press, and the 700 seems completely. I swap to Cafe Kaldi sometimes in the summertime when my main technique is chilly brew, however I at all times come again to the 700.”
FINAL THOUGHTS
Continuous enchancment is in our DNA. Discovering revolutionary new merchandise to push and develop specialty espresso is a part of what we do. However our method to those traditional blends is rooted in custom and a agency imaginative and prescient of what an ideal espresso mix ought to style like.
We predict there’s loads of overlap in these blends for espresso lovers. However there are additionally distinct locations them in your espresso life, and ways in which they higher go well with some over others. It was pleasant to listen to from you about the way you expertise the coffees we work so arduous to make nice.
Sooner or later, we hope to supply extra methods of making an attempt them facet by facet and permitting the surprise and number of specialty espresso to enter your private home, morning after morning.
