The Dark Side Speciality Blend
A rich, sweet, dark-roasted speciality coffee blend. Roasted to bring out the cacao, spice, and treacle notes. Welcome to the Dark Side!
We enjoy this blend brewed as an espresso, but it is a flexible coffee that can be brewed however you like.
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ORIGIN OF THE DARK ROAST SPECIALITY BLEND
Our dark side coffee blends two single origin coffees to bring out a unique flavour profile that is a testament to the innovative processing techniques employed. Our monsoon aged origin beans originate from the southwestern coast of India, in which these beans undergo a specialised ageing process that was discovered accidentally during the colonial era.
Ships transporting coffee from India to Europe would take up to six months, during which the beans, exposed to the monsoon’s high humidity, swelled and aged, significantly altering their character.
Today, this natural process is meticulously recreated by storing the beans in open-sided warehouses, allowing the moist, warm winds of the monsoon to pass through, resulting in a coffee that is lower in acidity, with a full-bodied flavour that is cherished by connoisseurs around the globe.
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Processing method | Washed |
| Roast level | Dark |
| Brew | Aeropress, Cafetiere, Espresso machine, Moka pot, Pour over/filter |
| Origin | Monsooned Aged |
| Taste profile | Full Bodied, Cacao, Tobacco, Treacle |
Product Reviews
9 reviews for The Dark Side Speciality Blend
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lyn.evans.etf –
This was my last to try of my 3 part first order. I must admit my first brew (cafetière) came out a little too strong for my liking as I used my normal amount. However, second brew I toned back the amount of grounds and I can report a fantastic cup of coffee. Dark, rich and full of flavour that clings to the pallet. Perfect start to a morning. My first large mug of coffee is always black and I never sweeten. As a result I get the true flavour of each coffee I use. I’m not a professional to know exactly the flavours of each bean but I definitely get that treacle vibe on this one. It’s as if it leaves that taste that lingers till your next sip. Not tried it yet with milk but I’m guessing it will be a winner. As I’ve said in my other coffee reviews from my first order I need to buy a bean to cup machine as my cafetière is not fully doing these coffees justice. I want to try different brews and get the full experience of these fantastic coffees. Iron & Fire are a fantastic company with truly great coffees, I highly recommend you try them for yourselves.
Philip Baxter –
Still love this amazing coffee. I am gradually taking all my friends over to the Dark Side
Philip Baxter –
I have always steered away from blends because of the fear that the next batch i get will be different to the coffee i got first time. But this blend made me change my view. it is without doubt the best coffee i have ever tasted. I cannot recommend this coffee enough.
Wayne Wilkins –
Now this is a coffee that will be a regular on my subscription, it’s strong but no bitterness, it’s definitely my favourite
clairemjenkinson –
I have this on subscription it’s so good, it’s deep and dark, just like it says on the tin haha love it!
jhstarwars2015 –
Amazing coffee, have been buying Iron and Fire for over three years now and only just tried the “Dark Side” it is a really rich, smooth, strong and flavourful coffee. Also helps that I am a huge Star Wars fan.
Megan –
I think I have found a new favourite! It’s got a strong flavour and is perfect for a morning cup.
Michela Di tocco –
Punchy and strong beans, great as espresso or with milk.
Joanna –
Love this! Nice and strong but not bitter – loads of flavour. Packs a punch