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Frostbite Valor Cold Brew.....

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Regular price $84.99

Frostbite Valor Cold Brew..... Medium Blend Roast with Smooth chocolate, toffee and floral tones.  Cool & sharp like the bite of a northern wind. 

Available in 12oz. or 5lb. Fine Ground or Whole Bean

Know Your Coffee

Origin

Colombia

Origin education

Colombia is the world's largest producer of washed arabica coffee, cultivated across three major cordilleras (mountain ranges) in the Andes. The country's coffee belt spans roughly 1,200–2,200 meters elevation, where volcanic soils, consistent rainfall, and year-round mild temperatures support two harvest seasons. Colombian coffees are predominantly washed-processed, a method that emphasizes clean acidity and clarity. Common cultivars include Typica, Bourbon, Caturra, and newer hybrids bred for disease resistance and yield. The washed process involves pulping fresh cherries, fermenting the beans in water tanks for 12–48 hours, washing, and sun-drying to 11–12% moisture. This method typically yields balanced, medium-bodied cups with mild to moderate acidity, cocoa, caramel, and subtle floral or fruity notes. Colombian coffees are prized for their versatility across brewing methods and their consistent quality year to year.

Bean type

Arabica blend

Region

Colombia (origin-wide; exact region not disclosed by supplier)

Farm / cooperative

Not disclosed by supplier

Altitude

Typical Colombian growing range: 1,200–2,200 meters (3,900–7,200 feet); exact lot altitude not disclosed

Varieties

Commonly grown in Colombia: Typica, Bourbon, Caturra, Geisha, and local hybrids; exact blend varieties not disclosed by supplier

Processing

Colombian coffees commonly use washed (wet) processing; exact processing method for this blend not disclosed by supplier

Roast

Medium Blend Roast

Tasting notes

Typical Colombian profile: chocolate, toffee, and floral notes (as described on product); regional cup tendencies include balanced sweetness, mild acidity, and cocoa undertones. Not verified cupping notes for this specific lot.

Aroma

Typical Colombian aroma: cocoa, caramel, and subtle floral character; exact aroma profile not verified for this blend

Body

Medium body typical of Colombian medium roasts; exact body profile not verified for this lot

Acidity

Medium acidity typical of Colombian arabicas; exact acidity not verified for this blend

Brewing guidance

**Espresso:** Start 1:2.5 ratio (e.g., 18g dose, 45g yield), 25–30 second pull. Adjust grind finer if sour, coarser if bitter. **Filter (pour-over/drip):** 1:16 ratio (e.g., 25g coffee, 400g water), 3–4 minute brew. Use 195–205°F water. **Cold brew:** 1:4 ratio, 12–24 hour steep at room temperature or refrigerated.

Coffee story

Colombian coffee has been cultivated in the Andes for over a century, with the country now ranking among the world's top producers. The high-altitude volcanic soils and tropical climate create ideal conditions for balanced, full-bodied arabicas. This medium roast preserves the origin's natural sweetness and complexity while developing deeper chocolate and toffee notes.