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Product Details Return to Top Tasting Notes Sumatra is one of the world's more exotic coffee destinations ... and peopled by folks of great character. Sumatran coffees tend to show tremendous character, too, and ours is no exception. We've updated our roast for the K-Cup version of this coffee ... Our roast is now deep and deliciously dark, offering a sweet palate of brown sugar and spice notes. Look for lots of body in this big, bold K-Cup coffee. About Green Mountain Coffee® A great tasting cup of coffee can give you a whole new perspective. It's a moment to pause, reflect, and reprioritize. That moment is what inspires us to make coffee that benefits everyone it touches. From carefully sourcing and roasting the highest quality beans, to supporting small farms and protecting the environment, we focus on what's important. That's why we at Green Mountain Coffee® believe a good cup of coffee can change your day... but a great cup of coffee can help change the world. Notes From Origin Beans from Sumatra have always been highly prized not only because of their full flavor, but also because of their distinct appearance. Sumatran coffee beans, when green, are often asymmetrical in shape and have a deep aquamarine tint. Beginning in the 18th century when the popularity of Sumatran coffee rose significantly, the unique shape and hue helped European merchants recognize authentic Sumatran coffee beans. However, Sumatran coffee’s distinct appearance isn’t the only factor contributing to the coffee’s uniqueness. The unusual drying techniques employed by Sumatran coffee farmers also contribute to the coffee’s distinctiveness. These techniques involve an extended period of the coffee bean’s exposure to the pulp of the berry after the berry has been harvested — a process which is believed to produce deeper tones in the brewed coffee. Besides the exquisite flavor, the cooperative that grows this coffee has many reasons to be proud of their beans. Known as the Gayo Organic Farmers Association, this co-op grows 100 percent organic beans. With the funds from their coffee sales, this community of growers has started a project to bring safe drinking water to more than 1,500 people. The cooperative has also saved funds to help farmers with the reconstruction of their homes, many of which were destroyed in the war, and to aid in the construction of two new schools. This coffee has truly delightful qualities in its origin as well as in the cup.
Ratings and Reviews Return to Top REVIEW SNAPSHOT®by PowerReviews Green Mountain CoffeeK-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold 4.2 (based on 110 reviews)Ratings Distribution5 Stars (73)4 Stars (15)3 Stars (4)2 Stars (6)1 Stars (12)82% of respondents would recommend this to a friend. ProsPleasing roast (52)Exceptional/interesting flavor (49)Smooth taste (48)Pleasing aroma (45)Attractive mouthfeel/body (43)ConsUnpleasant flavor (9)Not enough flavor (8)Unpleasant aftertaste (7)Unappealing or flat aroma (6)Roasted too light (5)Best UsesSingle-cup/pods (60)Morning (10)Afternoon (4)Anytime (4)French press (3)Reviewer Profile:Average joe (34), Coffee connoisseur (33), Socially/environmentally conscious (19), Health conscious (15), Foodie (14)Reviewed by 110 customersSort byNewestOldestHighest ratingLowest ratingMost helpfulLeast helpfulDisplaying reviews 1-10Back to topPrevious | Next »4/26/2013(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful) 1.0Tully's French Roast a good new friend! By Greatovenmittfrom Wilmington,DEComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:The formula has changed from Bold to a weaker Medium blend with no aroma on this GM Sumatran. I have since found a substitute which is Dark,Bold and has great aroma: Tullys French Roast.Comment on this review4/23/2013 5.0Eye Opener By Rocky9from Mamaroneck, NYAbout Me Average Joe, FoodieProsExceptional/Interesting FlavorPleasing AromaPleasing RoastConsBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:If you prefer a cup of coffee that's stronger than Dunkin Donuts, but not as strong as Starbucks, this is the blend for you!Comment on this review4/20/2013(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful) 2.0Coffee changed with the new packaging By JPfrom Hartsville, PAAbout Me Average JoeProsConsNot Enough FlavorRoasted Too LightThin Or Watery Mouthfeel/BodyUnappealing Or Flat AromaUnbalanced Or Sharp AcidityBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:I have been receiving this coffee on auto-delivery for several years and find that with each package change the coffee is not as good; weakened flavor. This last change has me looking for something else. I had to change the Keurig water amount all the way down to a 6 oz cup. My family and I are very disappointed. I would no longer recommend this coffee.Comment on this review4/11/2013 5.0wake-up call By minitufffrom anaheim,ca.About Me Average Joe, Regular Guy LookProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyBalanced AcidityBest Stuffgreen MtNot BitterPleasing RoastSmooth TasteConsBest UsesMorning wake-upSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:i use cafe cups with starbucks sumatra,and mix with green mountain sumatra pods!!!!! it's fantastic,try bit.Comment on this review4/3/2013(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful) 1.0So long old friend! By Greatovenmittfrom Wilmington,DEProsConsNot Enough FlavorRoasted Too LightThin Or Watery Mouthfeel/BodyUnappealing Or Flat AromaUnpleasant FlavorBest UsesComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:After enjoying this coffee for years, The past shipments of Sumatran Reserve (K-Cup) have been a waste of money. The formula has changed. It is a weak watery and unpleasant taste. It used to be a dark bold rich coffee I could get two brews out of.I am in search of a new Extra Bold. My next favorite, Double Black Diamond, also has changed to a weak coffee according to recent reviews. Perhaps it affects all Green Mountain Coffees. It seems Jet Fuel may be ok at the moment to take a chance with. Green Mountain needs to change description of Sumatran from Extra Bold to weak or mild when they change the formulas.Comment on this review2/23/2013(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful) 2.0What has changed? By Momma Joanfrom VirginiaAbout Me ChefProsConsTastes Like TobaccoUnappealing Or Flat AromaUnpleasant FlavorBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:The last batch I received is different; it has a very strong tobacco flavor and the aroma smells like burnt coffee. I have used this coffee for years, but I will need to find another for my next shipping. The new labels are not an asset to your product; they are difficult to determine one flavor from another and they lack sophistication.Comment on this review2/9/2013 5.0YUMMY ! By G-Mafrom IndianaAbout Me Coffee ConnoisseurProsAttractive Mouthfeel/BodyBalanced AcidityExceptional/Interesting FlavorNot BitterPleasing AromaPleasing RoastSmooth TasteConsBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:love a full body taste first thing in the morning!Comment on this review1/6/2013(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful) 1.0Something is missing By Bobfrom San Francisco, CAAbout Me Average JoeProsConsNot Enough FlavorRoasted Too LightThin Or Watery Mouthfeel/BodyUnappealing Or Flat AromaUnpleasant FlavorBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:Used to like this a lot, but just got some that taste like it was burnt when roasted. Also used to have a great aroma and bold flavor, but not anymore. Guess it's time to change to something else.Comment on this review1/3/2013(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful) 2.0What happened to my favorite coffee? By Mandyfrom TexasAbout Me Coffee ConnoisseurProsNot BitterConsLost Its Great AromaNot Enough FlavorNow Tastes WeakerRoasted Too LightUnappealing Or Flat AromaBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:I have been using Sumatran Extra Bold for over two years. The new green seal k-cups are very disappointing. I loved the original aroma a taste and looked forward to it every day. Now it's weaker and seems to have lost its wonderful aroma. It seems as if the blend has been changed and I now have to find something better. This is so disappointing!Comment on this review12/31/2012 5.0our regular choice By inthepinesfrom Tamassee, SCAbout Me Average Joe, Health Conscious, Socially/Environmentally ConsciousProsPleasing AromaPleasing RoastConsBest UsesSingle-Cup/PodsComments about Green Mountain Coffee K-Cup FTO Sumatran Reserve Extra Bold:love it - a good choice for a morning cup or a rainy afternoon on the couch with a good book...Comment on this reviewDisplaying reviews 1-10Back to topPrevious | Next »
Here's a Google Map of the KSU Arinagata coop: View KSU Arinagata, Takengon, Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia in a larger map
Here's a Google Map of the KSU Arinagata coop: View KSU Arinagata, Takengon, Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia in a larger map