Blackout Brew - Bali Blue - 12oz

🔥 Roast:
Medium–Dark roast—balanced to deepen chocolate notes while showcasing highland coffee aromatics.

👅 Tasting Profile:
Bold and layered: baker’s chocolate, molasses, subtle orange peel, and a hint of juniper spice—finishes clean and smooth.

🌱 Grower:
Cultivated by smallholder farmers under the Subak Abian cooperative system in Bali—rooted in sustainable, community-focused agriculture.

🌿 Variety:
Arabica varietals including Bourbon, Typica, and Catimor (S795 & USDA‑762), chosen for structural depth and rich complexity.

🌍 Region:
Grown in the Kintamani Highlands of Central Bali, nestled between Mount Agung and Mount Batukaru, known for its volcanic terroir and distinct coffee traditions.

🏔 Altitude:
Performed at 1,200–1,600 meters above sea level, producing dense, expressive beans with clarity and sweetness.

🧱 Soil Type:
Rich volcanic loam, full of minerals and nutrients—imparts natural sweetness, depth, and distinct character.

🛁 Process:
Hand-picked and wet-hulled using the traditional Giling Basah method: includes depulping, partial drying, moist hulling, then sun-drying on raised beds—resulting in the classic blue-green hue and vivid, earthy complexity.

☕ Brewing Tips:

• Ideal for single-serve pod systems—use water at 195–200 °F, with a 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio for balanced extraction.

• For more nuance, try drip or pour-over to highlight chocolate and citrus notes.

• Iced brew recommendation: Make it slightly stronger and serve over ice to elevate the molasses and spice layers.

Final Takeaway

Temecula’s Bali Blue delivers a vibrant and nuanced Indonesian coffee profile—melding chocolate richness, citrus brightness, and clean finish, all rooted in Bali’s unique farming tradition. Whether hot or iced, it’s an exceptional coffee experience in every pod.