They strongly believe that coffee roasting requires a thoughtful balance between science, art, observation and intuition. With that in mind, Blanchard's roasts in small batches—no more than sixty pounds at a time—with a hands on approach ensuring each batch’s quality, consistency and attention to the character of the coffee.
Confession: I am addicted to coffee. Okay, maybe not literally, but I do drink a lot of it. My whole family does. I have always enjoyed the taste of coffee, flavored, with cream, black, cold, whatever. I am in love with coffee! I prefer a dark roast, piping hot with nothing added. Sometimes though I prefer a simpler, lighter roast. Although it may not be the healthiest,it doesn't contain many calories, and it makes me smile.
I was recently sent a bag of Blanchard's Coffee Co.'s Breakfast Blend. It is a classic, semi-bold Latin American breakfast blend. Strong enough to help
you handle a groggy morning without kicking you halfway down the
street. I rather enjoyed this coffee. It wasn't too strong, but it definitely woke me up! I chose to have it ground. It was really fresh when I opened it, and it remained fresh for days after. I enjoyed it several times (not always for breakfast!)
The first thing I noticed about Blanchard's Breakfast Blend was the scent. I love to squeeze the scent out of the one way valve, and this time I was certainly not disappointed. You could tell this coffee was fresh by the way it smelled. It had a nice, smooth acidity with enough bite to make your lips smack. Boy do I love a bold coffee first thin in the morning! I noticed a medium body, although it was never too heavy or overpowering. The aroma during and after brewing gave my initial aromatic experience with this coffee a run for its money. The fresh grounds smelled fantastic, but in the cup!? Don't even get me started. My mouth is watering just thinking about how good this coffee smells. Every sensory experience was one that I enjoyed. Meaning I loved this coffee through and though. Blanchard's Coffee Co.'s Breakfast Blend is overall, a very well balanced brew!
Blanchard's Coffee Co. is offering up one bag of the same coffee I received to ONE lucky Living the Paisley Life reader.
Open to US residents 18 years of age and older. The giveaway will end on 2/17/14.The winner will be chosen randomly, and will be contacted by email. They will have 48 hours to contact me back to claim their prize. Living the Paisley Life is not responsible for lost prizes or prizes that are not received.
Disclosure: I received the above item in return for an honest, sincere review. I was not expected to leave a positive review, and would never post something I didn't feel fully confident in. No monetary compensation was provided. The above opinion is the sole opinion of me and my family, and may differ from your own. I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.
I love that they roast small batches and try to be ethically sourced about their beans. Also their coffee is delicious
ReplyDeleteI love the different varieties of Blanchard's coffee. I appreciate the willingness of Stephen and his crew to answer any questions one many have regarding their products and processes, and I love their involvement in the community. They are an all-around great company. By the way, give VMFA a try. Good stuff!
ReplyDeleteI love the different varieties of coffee that Blanchard's has to offer. I appreciate the willingness of Stephen and his crew to answer any questions regarding their products and processes. They are very involved in the community. All-around great company! On a side note, give VMFA a try, good stuff :)
ReplyDeleteI love the fabulous blends they create and the special time they use to cultivate and prepare each bag! The careful time used in roasting small batches produces a high quality product!
ReplyDeleteI like that they are ecofriendly and fair trade and sustainably sourced coffee company.
ReplyDeleteI like that they utilize small farmers to source their coffee.
ReplyDeleteI love that 75% of the sale of the coffee goes back to the origin farm.
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I like that they are a family-owned craft coffee roaster.
ReplyDeleteI like that they are a small private company that take great care to produce a high quality product.
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I love the fabulous blends they create and the special time they use to cultivate and prepare each bag!
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I like that Blanchard partners with Thrive Farmers to ensure that 75% of the purchase price of every coffee we source goes directly to the origin farm.
ReplyDeleteI would like to try Blanchard's Breakfast Blend and Mocha Java coffees.
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I like that it's organic and made here in the United States.
ReplyDeleteI love that this is a family owned business!
ReplyDeletei do like that this is an organic coffee brand
ReplyDeleteI like that they are organic!
ReplyDeleteI like their coffee of the month subsciption service.
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ReplyDeleteI like that a lot of the coffee descriptions include maps showing country of origin.
ReplyDeleteI like that they work directly with the farmers.
ReplyDeleteI love that they roast small batches and try to be ethically sourced about their beans. Also their coffee is delicious
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i like that their coffee is Certified Fair Trade, Organic and roasted in Richmond, Virginia. i'm located in Virginia as well, making it a local company for me.
ReplyDeleteI like how the show you all the workers and it's pretty comical.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing the workers. It makes a difference when you put a face to the product.
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I love that it is a family-owned business
ReplyDeleteI like that Blanchard's coffee is Certified Fair Trade Organic coffee.
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I like that they are an independent, family-owned craft coffee roaster They are certified Fair Trade and Organic and are is committed to roasting the very best, sustainable and delicious coffee possible.
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I like that 75% of the purchase price of every coffee they source goes directly to the origin farm.
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ReplyDeleteI would like to try their holiday blend. I like the fact that they are made in usa and organic.
ReplyDeleteI like that Blanchard's coffee is organic, fair trade & roasted in small batches.
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