Alanzo’s Double Dark

A shout out to the beginnings of Coffee By Design, this legacy coffee is our deepest and smokiest offering!  We blend coffees from South America and then turn up the heat to produce a truly memorable cup. Cheers to the past while celebrating the present and future!

Flavor Notes:  Dark Chocolate + Smoky + Roasty

Roast Level:  Dark

Alanzo’s Double Dark, sourced from South America and roasted by Coffee By Design, represents a profile defined by deep, intense development. In the world of specialty coffee, roasts that emphasize dark chocolate and smoky characteristics often lean into the Maillard reaction and caramelization stages of the roasting process, resulting in a bold, heavy-bodied cup. These profiles are frequently sought after by those who prefer a traditional, robust morning brew that stands up well to milk or cream.

When evaluating such distinct flavor profiles, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between roasty, carbon-like notes and the underlying sweetness of dark cocoa. While lighter roasts often highlight the inherent acidity of a bean, this specific offering focuses on the depth and resonance achieved through careful heat application. It serves as a classic example of how regional South American beans can be transformed into a powerful, lingering experience.