BECK ON BEANS: Manatee Gourmet Coffee Island Dark (ZOMG MANATEES)

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Just a warning in advance. This review may be biased because there are Manatees involved. Manatees are everything. Though, they should have called it "dark island." 


Carry on. 



Fragrance: Dark chocolate, campfire s’mores, and a hint of floral. Sorta like a beach bonfire. 


Flavor: Like it’s namesake, this brew is strong and gentle. Rich, full bodied roast that doesn’t leave you with a sharkbite aftertaste. It does have a rich chocolate undertone, but not in a candy bar sort of way. More like a $15 thimble full of chocolate mousse at a restaurant that requires a jacket. Similarly to watching a sea cow chomp on some floating lettuce, this brew is comforting, sweet, has a big presence, and is flipping majestic. 


Recommended for: 

  1. Beachside sips while watching the sunset. This dark roast won’t hop you up all night. 
  2. A pleasant, slow swim. Take your time with this one. 
  3. Dessert. Cuz who’s counting calories around here? 


Not recommended for: 

  1. Speed. This coffee will neither pep you up or be fully appreciated in a rush. 
  2. Additives. This big, round, softie is perfect just the way it is. Accept it or drink something else. 
  3. Icing. Keep this baby warm. Like Jacksonville tidal pools warm. 

Would I buy again? 
Sure! This was a pleasant blend that I thoroughly enjoyed. And it made me squee.

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