Black Honey processed 18 Rabbit! The name “Honey Process” actually comes from how sticky the beans get during processing. This type of processing coffee beans is halfway between a washed coffee and a natural process coffee: it’s fruity, but not in as exaggerated a way as some naturals. It often has a more rounded acidity than washed coffees, with intense sweetness and complex mouthfeel. Typically, the more mucilage left on the bean, the sweeter the taste. Subcategories have developed based on the amount of mucilage that is left as well as their drying times: yellow, red, golden, black, and white honey.
The 18 Rabbit farms are owned by Senora Flhor, her mother, and 11 other members of her immediate and extended family. One of the 18 Rabbit farms won the Honduras Cup of Excellence in 2014, and her coffee auctioned for over $35/ lb. All 13 farms are managed by a different family member and separated into micro-lots, and Café Kreyol cups each of these with the family in order to help them improve scores, and hand select the best ones to bring home. Flhor and her family are paid over 300% higher wages than Fair Trade, as a reward for their exceptional organic coffee production practices and high score of 87 points on the selected lot.
Tasting Notes: Sweet chocolate taste, strong undertones of sugar cane and a fruity finish..
Try before you stock up with a 1/2 pound sample!
Cupping Notes: Blueberry, chocolate, strawberry, floral, clean, consistent, balanced, bright lemony sweetness.
by jhyounis777 on August 8, 2020
Roasted twice so far, once to a light-medium, and once to dark. I’ve tried this and the Natural version, and I prefer the natural, personally, for its extremely fruit-forward flavor and aroma. If you don’t prefer that, this one might be for you. I prefer this one as a dark roast, personally, but the natural 18 rabbit is perfect as a medium roast. The black honey process beans tend to look further along than they actually are. I’d advise going a little longer than usual.
by Beth and Eric Ptak on October 22, 2020
The first thing we noticed about these beans was the large amount of chaff floating around our Behmor roaster as the beans roasted. Other than that, the beans smelled so delicious, and the coffee was delightful. We will definitely get this again, as it is now one of our favorites.
by jdougmal on October 4, 2020
The flavor of this coffee is awesome. It’s good to mix a blend with your other favorites. Love it.
by Craig on October 1, 2020
Did two Roasts, one I stopped when first crack started and the other i allowed to go a minute after first crack stopped. Both were good, but I definitely liked the darker roast the best as the flavors really developed. I also noticed that it's a oilier than most. A very good cup of coffee that is a very pleasant break from my regular goto's.
by Mike Denson on October 1, 2020
My taste buds are not refined enough to address subtle flavor profiles, but I will tell you this is one hell of a good coffee. In fact, I enjoy it so much that it may well become my goto brew, replacing Ethiopian Yirg. I highly recommend you try it, and I'll bet you won't be disappointed.
by GSPaugh13 on September 16, 2020
This one actually had berry notes that were irresistible. Thank you Coffee Bean Corral!
by Karen M on September 12, 2020
You know it's going to taste like heaven when you stand with your nose over the coffee grinder letting the smell of the freshly ground beans soak into your soul. I think this might be the one to drink black. It's incredibly sweet and fruity but still full-bodied at a full city roast. You could probably go much darker with this one and still retain the sweet flavor but there really is no need.
by Stephanie on June 1, 2020
Really yummy! I just started roasting coffee, which I do in my cast iron pan. This was my first batch of roasting, and I was not disappointed. So glad I found this website, delicious coffee has never been more affordable. :)
by Duane Bennett on May 7, 2020
Absolutely loved this one. Smooth and rounded cup. Actually tastes like it smells in a medium roast. Have already ordered another 3lbs
by Robert on April 25, 2020
Definitely one of (if not) my favorite honey process beans. Can’t say enough about. Drinking a cup as I write this review actually
by Steve G on March 19, 2020
After many attempts with a BarWell Roaster, using 160 °C . I finally achieved a light roast without burning the beans. I used multiple roast sessions as to not over roast. The roaster's temperature gauge I decided was inaccurate. I achieved nirvana with a wonderful sweet chocolate nutty aroma & smooth clean taste with zero bitterness from over roasting. Recommending slow & low roasting <= 160°C. One must be very attentive & check the roasting frequently, it will be worth the effort.
by MRKIM S.STEVENS on January 28, 2020
RECEIVED THESE BEANS WITH GREAT EXPECTATION...WHERE SOMEONE GETS SWEET IS BEYOND ME.I DID NOTICE THE BEANS HAVE A TENDENCY TO ROAST ALMOST BLACK IN COLOR EVEN THOUGH I WAS VERY CAREFUL TO CONTROLL THE TEMPERATURE AND KEEPING THEM MOVING. THE TASTE FOR ME IS VERY ROBUST,STRONG BUT NOT NOTICING ANY SWEETNESS EXCEPT FOR THE SUGAR I ADD & SOME WHIPPING CREAM. ITS A GREAT CUP OF COFFEE THE BEANS SEEM FRESH ALTHOUGH WITH FREIGHT THEY COST $10.00 PER LB. I WISH I HAD A PLACE TO START A SMALL COFFE SHOP YOUR GLOBAL VARIETY OF BEANS WOULD CRUSH STARBUCKS!
by Austin on March 29, 2019
Excellent flavor overall, I purchased for the high complexity and was not disappointed.
by Quentin on March 6, 2019
Very happy with these beans. They were fruity and ripe with a finishing sweetness and easy drinkability. Due to natural process, I had a little difficulty roasting them, but that's on me! Would buy again.
by Cathy on December 14, 2018
It's too bad I only ordered a 1/2 lb of these beans. They are pretty amazing. I've just roasted up my second (and last 😣) available batch, and I am hoping the order I'm placing tonight will get to me in time to share with my friends before Christmas. I love when a new coffee becomes a new favorite.
by Bill Buchanan on October 29, 2020
Nothing special. I would not reorder
by Sarah Ricci on December 16, 2019
Amazing
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