Chopbiscuit at home: Coffee Review - Counter Culture Coffee {Santa Elena, El Salvador}

Every morning when I'm not on the road, prior to performing 100 one-handed push ups (Jack Palance) style, I make my cup of morning Joe. Generally, I have a new blend from one of the many favorite joints and roasters I've seen throughout my years on the road. Lately, I've been ordering most of my coffee (mail order) from Counter Culture. For me, it doesn't get any better than this. These guys and gals eat, sleep and breathe coffee and all the nuances around it.


This month's shipment featured a seasonal selection,  Santa Elena.

My Panera cup really enjoys this bean, in a non-competitive way.

I've been drinking this roast for about three days now. I'm really enjoying the nutty, chocolate notes in this bean even though I'm usually a fan of a more bright balanced flavor. Its' a nice soft, chewy cup of coffee that goes well with a nice slice of toast and fresh preserves.  According to their website, The classically delicious sweetness of the heirloom Bourbon variety underscores notes of milk chocolate, toasted nuts, stone fruit, and citrus. Although I didn't sense any citrus tang in my mouth, the other descriptors are right on.

The best thing about Counter Culture is the story they tell about the farms. Make sure you click here to read about the farm and the history. It makes you realize what passionate people can accomplish when they set their minds on being the best at what they do. Maybe the prosecutors for the Casey Anthony trial could have used some of this passion. Whoops, did I just say that?