{"product_id":"breakfast-blend-3","title":"Early Bird - Light-Medium Roast (Whole Bean)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNamed after the critical first flights of the day, \u003cb\u003eEarly Bird\u003c\/b\u003e is designed for the \"pre-check\" hours. This blend is engineered to be bright, crisp, and high-energy—the perfect fuel for sunrise pre-flights and early morning weather briefings. It provides a smooth \"takeoff\" without the heavy weight of a darker roast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor Notes \u0026amp; Tasting Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA vibrant, clean profile that wakes up the palate with high-altitude clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAroma:\u003c\/b\u003e Fresh citrus blossoms, honey, and toasted oats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimary Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Crisp Granny Smith apple, sweet cane sugar, and a touch of milk chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Refreshing and clean with a bright \"altitude\" snap that doesn't linger too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBody:\u003c\/b\u003e Light to medium-bodied; smooth and \"aerodynamic\" on the palate with a lively acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e A \"Dual-Prop\" blend of \u003cb\u003eCentral and South American\u003c\/b\u003e high-grown beans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/b\u003e 1,400 – 1,750 Meters (ASL).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSelection:\u003c\/b\u003e We specifically select beans known for their \"morning brightness\"—typically sourced from the volcanic soils of Guatemala and the high-altitude plateaus of Colombia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Processing Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e100% Fully Washed\u003c\/b\u003e. The cherries are pulped and fermented in clean water tanks before being dried on sun-drenched patios. This \"clear skies\" processing method removes all fruit mucilage, ensuring a bright, sparkling acidity and a very clean cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eHigh-Altitude Shade Grown\u003c\/b\u003e. The slower maturation of the coffee cherries at these heights allows for a higher concentration of sugars and a more complex \"flight path\" of flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoast Style:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003ePrecision Light-Medium\u003c\/b\u003e. Roasted just past the \"first crack\" to preserve the natural caffeine content and the delicate floral notes that are often lost in darker roasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis blend is optimized for volume and clarity during your morning routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBest Choice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eDrip Brewer\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003eAutomatic Pour-Over\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRatio:\u003c\/b\u003e 1:17 (Coffee to Water) for a crisp, easy-drinking cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTemp:\u003c\/b\u003e 195°F (91°C) to avoid over-extracting the delicate bright notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePilot's Note:\u003c\/b\u003e If you’re looking for the maximum caffeine \"boost\" for an early departure, this is your best option. Light roasts retain more of the bean's natural caffeine than their darker counterparts, making this the ultimate \"ignition\" coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stick \u0026 Rudder Coffee Co.","offers":[{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 12oz","offer_id":42246506250295,"sku":"C-BREAKFAST BLEND-WH-12OZ-BL","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/5974\/1239\/files\/EarlyBird-WholeBean_1600x2400px.jpg?v=1779771021","url":"https:\/\/stickandruddercoffeeco.com\/products\/breakfast-blend-3","provider":"Stick \u0026 Rudder Coffee Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}