Garden Party Blend from Goshen Coffee captures spring at its peak—bright, lively, and impossibly drinkable. This carefully crafted blend opens with the kind of fruit-forward exuberance that makes you slow down and pay attention: raspberry sweetness reminiscent of fruit candy, layered with soft floral notes that evoke walking through a garden in full bloom. It's the coffee equivalent of sunshine and fresh air, designed for those moments when you want something light, expressive, and unabashedly joyful in the cup.
Tasting Notes
Expect an opening burst of juicy raspberry and fruit-candy sweetness that immediately grabs your attention. As the cup cools, delicate floral notes emerge—jasmine, honeysuckle, subtle rose—that add complexity without overwhelming the bright fruit core. The body is light and clean, with a tea-like quality that makes this coffee incredibly easy to drink. Acidity is vibrant but balanced, like biting into a perfectly ripe berry. The finish is clean and refreshing, leaving a lingering sweetness that invites the next sip. This is spring in a cup: bright, playful, optimistic.
Brew Methods
Garden Party shines brightest in brewing methods that highlight its delicate fruit and floral character. Pour over methods like V60 or Chemex are ideal—they allow the nuanced aromatics to fully express themselves while maintaining that clean, bright acidity. A 1:16 ratio with water around 200°F brings out the best balance of sweetness and clarity. Batch brew or drip coffee works beautifully for everyday drinking, especially as morning coffee when you want something lively but not overwhelming. French press can work if you prefer a slightly fuller body, though you'll lose some of the delicate floral nuances. This isn't typically an espresso coffee—its light roast and fruit-forward profile are designed for filter methods where brightness and clarity take center stage.
About the Roaster
Goshen Coffee approaches coffee roasting with a focus on seasonality and expression, crafting blends that capture specific moments and moods rather than just flavor combinations.
Not sure about grinder settings or which brewing equipment pairs best with this coffee? Clive's team can walk you through dialing in your setup to get the most out of Garden Party's bright, floral character—reach out anytime.