Blue Sky Blend is a medium-light roast coffee from the Foundation Collection, crafted from select farms across Latin America and Asia. This blend features a combination of washed and natural processed components, resulting in a smooth, full, and syrupy body. The flavor profile is characterized by notes of milk chocolate, toasted almond, and a gentle citrus brightness, offering a balanced and approachable cup suitable for various brewing methods including auto-drip, pour-over, French press, and cold brew.
Founded in 2002 by R. Miguel Meza in Minnesota, Paradise Coffee Roasters relocated to Hilo, Hawaii in 2008 to work directly with local farmers and root the business in origin. The roastery operates a Diedrich IR12, utilizing equipment known for precision and control in capturing the nuanced flavors of specialty coffee. Coffees have consistently achieved exceptional ratings from Coffee Review, with more than 100 coffees scoring between 93 and 97 points and an impressive five year average of 94 points. The selection specializes in Hawaiian coffees from Kona and Ka'u regions alongside carefully selected producers from Panama, Jamaica, and Vietnam.