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2009-02-24
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Have tried here before but to give it an accurate review again, I'll comment on my Caffe Latte. I did not specifically choose my 'blending' by the way, so this is just what they would give out by default for a Latte.Strongish, darkish underlying Espresso base. The 'blend' and roasting was definitely towards a more dark chocolatey type of espresso, therefore I did not expect lots of Italian style coffee aromas which are usually a bit more complex, but only more of a strongish 'roast' aroma. Thi
Strongish, darkish underlying Espresso base. The 'blend' and roasting was definitely towards a more dark chocolatey type of espresso, therefore I did not expect lots of Italian style coffee aromas which are usually a bit more complex, but only more of a strongish 'roast' aroma.
This blending in my latte resembled very much the flavours of roasted chocolate peanut plus hazelnuts, it was pretty much straight forward sweet, rich, profound, nutty, but no hints of earthiness or freshness of fruit, although there was still an underlying hint of complexity and back palate plus lingering aftertaste. There's no bitterness at all. Nice sharp and very thick finish in the mouth, from a very syrupy Espresso base.
If there are any complaints - it will be that this is not very Italian at all, it was new world coffee. I also could not really taste much of the original taste of the coffee, as it was slightly too roasty and mocha like (but not dark roasted so, quite hard to quantify). My latte's milk texture was slightly too frothy rather than silky, it was more like a correctly textured Cappucino. Milk was slightly over-powering in this instance though not due to over-heating - batch or brand problem?
Coffee Taste preference is more of a subjective matter (barista skills is another thing) - but FUEL is definitely a Top 1 coffee place in Hong Kong. The other shops that I rank equally Top 1 in Hong Kong and worth a try:
- FUEL @ IFC
- CREMA @ TST
- DEBAILLEUL @ TST (when the tall skinny guy with glasses make it. Very complex underlying flavours. Not easy to understand by beginners.)
A close 2nd:
- Cafe Suzuki's Causeway Bay branch opposit Jockey Club, next to Cafe Habitu.
(when a guy called Henry I think, only works there night time around Wed-Fri).
Don't underestimate Cafe Suzuki's coffee, especially the Caffe Latte, when they have a capable barista - the new blend, method of espresso pour, milk texture, latte art are all World Class Material. Slightly Japanese/Italian flavoured, milder blend but very long lasting taste and aroma. Just don't try their other branches to judge.
Not far behind around 2nd or 3rd:
- Cafe Assembly's Ristrettos/Espresso (Fire blend) is very very nice , probably worth a Top 1 spot. However, not a big fan of their milk based coffees. By the way, I heard Coffee Corridor does not use the 'Fire Blend' for their Espresso but only for their Milk coffees. They change blends for their espressos by default without telling you, unlike Cafe Assembly which only has 1 brand for both drinks. So don't judge their espressos on Coffee Corridor experience unless you knew exactly what you ordered.
- Robuchon Le Salon - pretty good blend and coffee. Needs slightly better baristas though. Has potential.
PS: Haven't had chance to review Cafe Zambras more accurately. Will do that again soon.
All the other ones I've tried, aren't worth a mention! Coffee in Hong Kong is so bad. Especially the barista skills. 99% of shops do 5-10s Espresso pours, unbelievable...
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