Intelligentsia Light-Roast Ground Coffee House Blend 12 oz — bright fruit sweetness & caramel clarity
Product details
| Management number | 253511937 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$23.28 | Model Number | 253511937 | ||
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Intelligentsia House Blend is a light-roast ground coffee crafted to highlight bright fruit sweetness with clear caramel and red-apple notes in a 12-ounce bag.
Made to be an everyday pour-over or drip favorite, this House Blend emphasizes the inherent sweetness and lively fruit characteristics that Intelligentsia seeks in its beans. The recipe balances clarity and approachability, delivering defined caramel and red-apple flavors without heavy roast bitterness. Beans for this blend are sourced through Intelligentsia's Direct Trade relationships and rotated seasonally so the cup remains fresh while maintaining the profile customers expect.
What flavor profile should I expect from the House Blend?
You'll notice a bright, sweet cup with distinct red-apple and caramel notes layered over a light-bodied, clean base. The light roast preserves fruity acidity and aromatic clarity so individual flavors stand out.
- Dominant tasting notes: red apple and caramel
- Roast level: light, for preserved acidity and brightness
- Mouthfeel: clean, moderate body suitable for daily drinking
How should I brew this ground coffee to get the best results?
Intelligentsia recommends a simple ratio and methods that favor clarity. Use about 9.5 g (≈2 tablespoons) of coffee for every 6 oz of water and choose a pour-over or automatic drip brewer to highlight the lighter roast’s delicate flavors.
- Ratio: 9.5 g coffee per 6 oz water (approximately)
- Suggested methods: pour-over or automatic drip for consistent extraction
- Grind: pre-ground for common home machines; adjust grind size if you regrind
What does Direct Trade mean for this coffee?
Direct Trade means Intelligentsia builds direct purchasing relationships with growers, reducing intermediaries and focusing on quality and fairness. This approach helps ensure the beans reflect the sweetness and clarity the roasters aim to showcase and supports stable sourcing practices.
- Closer grower-roaster collaboration for quality control
- Reduced middlemen to prioritize bean quality and farmer partnerships
- Seasonal component changes to capture fresh arrivals while preserving profile
How does seasonality affect this blend throughout the year?
The House Blend is kept consistent in taste while its constituent origins rotate as new harvests arrive. Intelligentsia adjusts components to take advantage of fresh crops, maintaining bright fruit sweetness and caramel clarity without compromising the overall profile.
- Blend components change to incorporate fresh harvests
- Roast profile and flavor goals remain stable across seasons
- Packaging is sized for home use to enjoy fresh flavor at typical consumption rates
Who this is for: If you enjoy a light-roast, fruit-forward coffee that works well as a daily cup and performs best in pour-over or drip brewers, Intelligentsia House Blend in the 12-ounce ground format is designed for you. It fits home brewers who value clarity and sweetness in their coffee, appreciate ethically-driven sourcing, and want a consistent, easy-to-brew option that highlights refined, bright flavors without heavy roast influence.
Ingredients
100% Arabica Coffee
FAQ
Q: Is Intelligentsia House Blend pre-ground or whole bean?
A: This listing is for a 12-ounce bag of pre-ground Intelligentsia House Blend, ready for pour-over or drip brewers.
Q: What brewing ratio does Intelligentsia recommend?
A: Use about 9.5 g of coffee per 6 oz of water (roughly 2 tablespoons per 6 ounces) for balanced extraction.
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