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Harvest Fall Blend

Roasted by Higher Grounds Trading Co.

This seasonal fall blend features notes of blackberry and clove with rich molasses sweetness while supporting local farm to school programs.

Harvest Fall Blend — Higher Grounds Trading Co.
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From the roaster

Our Fall Seasonal Coffee For Change. Notes of blackberry and clove enveloped in rich molasses sweetness. It's perfect for sipping in the comfort of your home or while adventuring in the great outdoors.

When you purchase Harvest Blend, you’re supporting Groundwork Center and its farm to school programs, connecting local students to healthy, local fruits and vegetables.

For each bag you purchase from our website or cafe, $5 goes to support Groundwork’s Farm to School program.

Farm to School financially supports local farms and protects farmland by helping schools serve locally grown food while educating students about why local food is good for health, environment and economy.

Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities' Mission Statement: We partner to create enduring and equitable local solutions that preserve the environment, strengthen the economy, and create healthy, thriving communities that people cherish, protect, and nurture.

— Higher Grounds Trading Co.

Context

The Harvest Fall Blend, crafted by Higher Grounds Trading Co., offers a profile defined by blackberry, clove, and molasses. These specific tasting notes reflect the roaster’s approach to seasonal composition, balancing deep, dark sweetness with subtle spice. When evaluating such complex profiles, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better categorize the interplay between fruit-forward acidity and the heavier, sugar-browning notes often found in blends designed for cooler weather.

Generally, blends featuring molasses and clove notes often lean toward a fuller body and a lingering, syrupy finish. While individual components vary, roasters often select beans for these seasonal offerings that provide a grounding, comforting experience. By exploring the relationship between these specific descriptors and their broader sensory categories, drinkers can better appreciate how the roaster has curated this particular selection to evoke the essence of the harvest season.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Harvest Fall Blend taste like?

Expect tasting notes of blackberry, clove, and molasses.

What roast level is Harvest Fall Blend?

It is roasted to a medium level.

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