Kicking Horse 454 Horse Power Dark Roast Whole Bean Coffee 10 oz — Bold, Earthy, Organic Fairtrade Kosher

Kicking Horse 454 Horse Power is a dark-roast, whole-bean coffee delivering a heavy-bodied, earthy cup with sweet tobacco and black-licorice finish.

This 10-ounce bag of Kicking Horse 454 Horse Power is crafted from 100% Arabica beans sourced from Indonesia and Central & South America, roasted in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, and certified organic, Fairtrade, and Kosher. It’s built for drinkers who prefer a bold, full-bodied dark roast that holds up to milk and sugar yet still shows complex savory-sweet notes. The beans are shade-grown and produced under practices that support farmer livelihoods and environmental stewardship.

How will 454 Horse Power taste brewed as a morning cup?

This roast presents a heavy body with earthy depth, rounded by sweet tobacco and a lingering black-licorice finish. It performs well across multiple brew methods and keeps its bold profile even when paired with milk or cream.

• Flavor profile: heavy-bodied, earthy, sweet tobacco, black licorice finish
• Best with: French press, drip, pour-over, and cold brew
• Pairing: stands up to milk, cream, and sweeter breakfast pastries

What makes this coffee responsibly sourced and certified?

Kicking Horse 454 Horse Power carries organic, Fairtrade, and Kosher certifications and is made from shade-grown Arabica beans. Those certifications indicate compliance with environmental standards, equitable pay practices, and third-party oversight from recognized organizations.

• Certifications listed on the package: Organic (EcoCert), Fairtrade (Fairtrade Canada), Kosher (KosherCheck)
• Shade-grown Arabica supports biodiversity and soil health
• Fairtrade premiums help fund farmer and community projects

How should I grind and brew these beans for best results?

Adjust grind size to your chosen method: coarse for French press, medium for drip, and fine-medium for pour-over. Freshly grind before brewing for the best aroma and clarity; experiment with brew time and coffee-to-water ratio to match your strength preference.

• French press: coarse grind, 4–5 minutes steep for full body
• Drip or pour-over: medium grind, 1:15–1:17 coffee-to-water ratio
• Cold brew: coarse grind, 12–20 hours steep for smooth, low-acidity brew

Why choose a Rocky Mountain-roasted dark roast like this?

Roasting under Rocky Mountain conditions is part of Kicking Horse’s identity—aiming for a consistent, deep roast that emphasizes bold, smoky, and bittersweet cocoa or tobacco notes. The result is a dependable dark roast that works well for strong single cups and café-style drinks.

• Roasted in small batches beneath the Canadian Rockies for flavor consistency
• Dark roast highlights body and low acidity for a fuller mouthfeel
• Good for espresso-style drinks and robust black coffee alike

Who is this for: This 10 oz bag of Kicking Horse 454 Horse Power suits coffee lovers who prefer bold, full-bodied dark roasts with savory-sweet complexity, ethical sourcing, and versatile brewing options. It’s ideal for home baristas who want a dark, reliable bean for French press, drip, pour-over, cold brew, or milk-based drinks, and for shoppers who value organic, fairtrade, and kosher-certified coffee.

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