Impact
Heightened anticipation after initial contact dissolves into a flatté, never rising above the froth of the cup.
Appearance 4.5 / 5
| Color: | gorgeous sun-brown |
| Surface: | smooth |
| Temper: | soft shine |
| Snap: | crumbles along the edge |
Aroma 6 / 10
squelched bouquet signaling timid ratios
Mouthfeel 14 / 15
| Texture: | 360 sur-round |
| Melt: | succulence |
Flavor 36.8 / 50
drops in dry cocoa -> washed-out diluted coffee -> cinnamon oil splatter -> dates -> malted whipped-caramel
Quality 13.2 / 20
On the surface, this combo seems a natural amplifier for Dagoba’s outstanding Milk Choc base with its ingrown spices & mocha. Instead it just comes off redundant, & then worse, less than the sum of its parts.