Stumptown Coffee Roasters Founder's Blend Whole Bean Light Roast 12 oz — Bright, Chocolate-Forward

Stumptown Founder's Blend is a bright, full-bodied whole-bean light roast that blends Central and South American coffees for a consistent, chocolate-forward cup.

Roasted in Portland by Stumptown Coffee Roasters, the Founder's Blend pairs organic Arabica beans from Guatemala, Nicaragua, Peru, Colombia, and Mexico to deliver a balanced, approachable coffee you can drink all day. The blend is curated year-round by rotating peak-condition lots so the profile stays lively and familiar: think vanilla sweetness, cocoa powder depth, and a juicy, clean finish. Stumptown’s Direct Trade relationships and B Corp values inform sourcing and roasting decisions, emphasizing quality, sustainability, and long-term partnerships with growers.

What flavor profile should I expect from Founder's Blend?

Founder's Blend leans into bright, clean sweetness with a cocoa-forward backbone. Roast level and bean origins create a cup that is both full in body and easy to drink, revealing notes of vanilla and powdered chocolate with a lively, balanced acidity.

• Primary tasting notes: vanilla, cocoa powder, mild citrus brightness
• Body: medium to full — suitable for both milk and black preparations
• Acidity: bright but balanced, adding juiciness rather than sharpness
• Bean makeup: 100% Arabica from Central and South America

How should I brew this whole-bean coffee to get the best cup?

Founder's Blend works across brewing methods; adjust grind size and dose to match your equipment. For clarity, use pour-over with a medium-fine grind; for texture and sweetness, try espresso or a fine drip; for smooth, low-acidity results, cold brew coarse-ground beans.

• Pour-over: 1:16 ratio, medium grind, yields bright clarity
• Espresso: fine grind for concentrated chocolate-forward shots
• French press/cold brew: coarse grind for fuller body and gentler acidity
• Tip: water quality and fresh grind significantly improve flavor

What makes Stumptown’s sourcing and roasting different?

Stumptown emphasizes Direct Trade partnerships that pay premium prices tied to quality and foster long-term relationships with producers. Their roasting approach focuses on highlighting origin characteristics while maintaining a consistent house profile through careful blending and seasonal lot rotation.

• Direct Trade: higher prices linked to quality and long-term collaboration
• Seasonal rotation: peak-condition lots keep the blend stable and lively
• Sustainability: B Corp status reflects environmental and social commitments
• Roasting style: light roast that preserves acidity and origin sweetness

Who is this for? Founder's Blend is ideal for people who want a dependable, bright everyday coffee with chocolate and vanilla notes that performs well across brew methods. It suits home baristas who value ethically sourced beans and enjoy dialing in grind, as well as coffee drinkers who prefer a lighter roast that still offers satisfying body and flavor complexity.

Ingredients

100% Organic Arabica Coffee