Zero Dark Thirty - Blonde - 12oz

A powerful early-morning mission-ready blend.

🔥 Roast

Light (Blonde) roast – their sweetest, gentlest espresso-style blend, roasted just until the first crack to preserve nuanced flavors and a bright, clean cup 

👅 Tasting Profile

Bright and approachable with subtle sweetness, offering toasted nuts, milk chocolate, and mild fruity acidity, all wrapped in a smooth, light-bodied finish .

🌱 Grower

Crafted from specialty-grade beans sourced via ethically-traded relationships and direct-from-farm relationships, emphasizing respect for growers 

🌿 Variety

Likely includes classic Arabica varietals common in light roasts—Bourbon, Caturra, Typica, and possibly Catuai—chosen for their inherent sweetness and clarity 

🌍 Region

A blend of beans from Central America and Africa, selected for natural sweetness and bright, fruity character typical of lighter roasts 

🏔 Altitude

Sourced from mid to high elevations (approximately 1,000–1,600 m)—ideal for high-quality, flavorful beans capable of showcasing light roast profiles .

🧱 Soil Type

Cultivated in volcanic or mineral-rich loam soils, supporting dense bean development and flavor complexity that hold up well under light roasting .

🛁 Process

Fully washed and sun-dried at origin to enhance clarity and sweetness, followed by a light Blonde roast approach in-house that emphasizes flowery, sweet, and nutty elements .

☕ Brewing Tip 

Best enjoyed via pour-over to preserve its brightness. Use a slightly finer grind and slower pour to bring out floral and nutty notes.

✅ Final Thoughts

Temecula’s Blonde Blend offers a delicate yet flavorful experience—a perfectly balanced light roast ideal for those who enjoy gentle coffee with sweet, nutty, chocolate notes and just a kiss of acidity. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking a refined, smooth espresso or drip option without the heaviness of darker roasts.