Is Alpha Blend a good French press coffee?

Yes. Its dark roast and heavy body suit immersion brewing, and the chocolate and molasses notes come through clearly. Use a coarse grind and a four-minute steep.

How does it compare with a light or medium roast?

It is much darker and heavier, with low acidity and chocolate sweetness instead of fruit or floral notes. Choose it if you like bold cups; skip it if you want brightness.

Yes, the beans are certified organic and sourced from Sumatra, Colombia and Nicaragua. The bag does not state whether the roasting facility is certified organic.

Can I use it for cold brew?

Yes. Dark roasts work well for cold brew; use a coarse grind and a long steep, and expect chocolate and molasses rather than bright fruit.

Whole bean coffee only. It is sold as a single bag, not a variety pack, and no grinder or brewer is included.

Does buying it support dog rescue?

Grounds & Hounds donates part of its proceeds to rescue organizations. The exact share is set by the brand, not by the retailer.

What do buyers say about the Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. Alpha Blend Whole Bean Coffee?

Buyers like: Consistently great dark roast flavor; Perfect daily coffee with just enough bite, good black or with creamer; Strong and flavorful.

Where can I buy the Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. Alpha Blend Whole Bean Coffee?

8 stores we checked sell it, including UStradeEnt.com, Natures Food Markets, Sprouts, Instacart, No Brand For Less.

Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. Alpha Blend Whole Bean Coffee

Q: Where is the Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. Alpha Blend Whole Bean Coffee cheapest?

At Amazon, for $17.89, 36% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

Drinkers of this blend tend to describe a smooth, full-bodied dark roast with chocolate and nut sweetness and little bitterness. The brand's rescue-dog mission comes up often as a reason to keep buying.

What people mention

FlavorPraisedDrinkers describe dark chocolate and toasted nut notes with a marshmallow sweetness.
BitternessMixedSome find it smooth for a dark roast, others call it smoky and strong.
BodyPraisedOwners report a heavy, full-bodied cup that holds up with milk.
SourcingPraisedBuyers value the organic certification and the rescue-dog donations.
GrindMixedWhole bean only, so buyers without a grinder have to work around it.

About the Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. Alpha Blend Whole Bean Coffee

Packaging Update:

A fresh new look is on the way! As we transition, your order may arrive in either our original or updated packaging—same coffee, same mission in every cup.

For the dark roast lovers , this big and bold coffee is made from 100% Arabica beans grown in Colombia, Guatemala, and Sumatra. Alpha Blend has been our top selling coffee since day one and is a must try for any dark roast loving coffee drinker. Rich tasting notes of cocoa, vanilla, nutmeg, are immediately noticed, followed by an enticing smokiness with a silky smooth finish.

• 100% Organic Certified

• 100% Arabica

• Dark Roast

• Whole Bean and Ground

• Size: 12 oz. or 5 lb

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