As the days grow longer and the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, the Skagit Valley prepares for its most colorful season. The Tulip Festival, a beloved annual event, invites locals and visitors alike to marvel at the breathtaking beauty of millions of tulips in bloom. Amidst this floral spectacle, Fidalgo Coffee is proud to introduce our 2024 Tulip Festival Blend, a coffee that captures the essence of this vibrant celebration.

The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is not just a display of flowers; it’s a community event that brings people from all walks of life together to appreciate the beauty of nature, local art, and the spirit of togetherness. From picturesque fields of endless colors to the diverse activities available, including art shows, gala nights, and fun runs, there’s something magical in the air that we at Fidalgo Coffee are thrilled to be a part of.

This year, we’re featuring the photography of Garry Brown, a talented local artist whose photograph from the official Tulip Festival poster graces our coffee label. This underscores our commitment to supporting local artistry and the festival that brings so much joy and color to our lives.

Our 2024 Tulip Festival Blend is a testament to our dedication to excellence and sustainability. This dark roast, with its smooth and bold flavor profile, is carefully crafted to provide a sensory experience as rich and memorable as the tulip fields themselves. Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Shade Grown, and Kosher, each cup not only offers a moment of contemplation and joy but also contributes to the festival’s success and supports ethical farming practices worldwide.

2024 Tulip Festival Blend

Every purchase of this seasonal delight contributes to the cherished Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, with 5% of proceeds going directly to support this Washington State Non-Profit Organization.

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As you plan your visit to the Skagit Valley this spring, let the Tulip Festival Blend accompany your journey. Whether you’re strolling through the fields, capturing the perfect photo, or simply enjoying the company of friends and family, our coffee is a reminder of the beauty of the season and the connections that it fosters.

We invite you to join us in celebrating the return of the tulips and the community spirit they symbolize. With every sip of the 2024 Tulip Festival Blend, you’re not just tasting coffee; you’re partaking in a tradition that continues to bring beauty and joy to the Skagit Valley.

Warm regards,

Your Friends at Fidalgo Coffee

For more details on the coffee and to make a purchase, visit Fidalgo Coffee’s Tulip Festival Blend page.

In the heart of the South Park neighborhood, San Francisco, there has long been a daily buzz around the famed Caffe Centro. Throughout communities globally, the idea of “Centro”, (the center, middle of something) often provides the heartbeat of activity to our villages, towns, and cities. It is a common gathering place for meetings, conversation, relaxation, and culinary pleasures. This is the inspiration behind Fidalgo’s Organic Centro Blend. Named after the well-known coffee institution, this medium-dark, smooth coffee creates comfort and familiarity you can depend on daily.

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The beans in Organic Centro are a “post roast,” meaning a blend of two separate batches with different profiles. The first part is Peru roasted dark. Then, a combination of Peru and Guatemala is added from a second lighter roast. Sourced at an altitude range of roughly 3600 – 5600 ft above sea level, the Piura, Amazonas, Cajamarca, and San Martin regions are situated in the Northern part of Peru. The crop is fully washed and dried in the sun. The beans are certified fair trade, organic, and known for caramel, chocolate, and walnut notes.

The smaller portion of Guatemala beans used in the lighter roast component also have the same certifications and undergo the wash/dry method. They are sourced from the Santa Cruz Barillas within the department of Huehuetenango, a region situated around 4600 feet above sea level. These beans can show flavors of banana bread, baking spice, nougat, and dark chocolate.

Together, they create a coffee described as mellow with a medium body, mild acidity, and a sweet finish. Some other notes to look for include roasted nuts, white chocolate, and citrus flavors that can taste winey or buttery. As mentioned, the acidity is mild but present, creating balance for an ideal “everyday” cup or enjoy with simple pairings like fresh bagels, biscotti, and buttered biscuits.

This is a coffee you could feature as a “house brew” for your busy café or restaurant – focused and consistent. Centro’s character embraces the coastal climate zones and an element of sophistication. Try it with an orange-walnut scone, or perhaps combine it with your favorite milk steamed up for a classic café au lait. It’s a “go-to” blend that appeals to a seasoned coffee drinker calling for refills and time set aside to savor for a while.

Ho ho ho! It’s Christmas time, and we at Fidalgo Coffee Roasters are excited to share a mug of cheer with you this holiday season!

Do you like dark roast coffee? Fidalgo Coffee does this one right—Yuletide Roast. It’s our annual tradition from our family to yours. When it’s cold outside, there’s almost nothing better than a mug of Yuletide Roast. We know Yule love it!

We make this coffee using just-arrived, fresh, new-crop, single-origin, organic coffee that was grown in the Amazon rainforest of Peru. We roast it slow and dark. You can enjoy this coffee with cream, sugar, milk or even eggnog. We’ve heard tales of Santa doing just that.

May your home be filled with the warmth of family and friends this holiday season. May your spirit sparkle with moments of love and laughter. May your days be filled with the magic of Christmas. Wishing you a season of togetherness and happiness with loved ones.

Darryl Miller
CEO
Fidalgo Coffee Roasters

Welcome back the cherished warmth of the holidays with Fidalgo Coffee’s beloved Yuletide Roast – a sesonal tradition that’s eagerly anticipated each year. As the winter winds herald the return of festive times, there’s no better companion than a cup of this rich, full-bodied coffee.

Our Yuletide Roast, a harmonious blend from the high-altitude terrains of San Ignacio, Cajamarca in Peru, is an ode to the craftsmanship of deeply-roasted coffee. Each sip offers a symphony of flavors, with undertones of toasted nuts, that’s both smooth and robust – a testament to the organic, fair trade, and kosher beans that make up its composition.

With a lineage of coffee varieties like bourbon, catimore, cattura, mundo novo, pache, and typica, the Yuletide Roast paints a palette of flavors – deep tones from bourbon, nuttiness from catimore, sweetness from cattura, woodiness from mundo novo, silky smoothness from pache, and a hint of smokiness from typica. And rest assured, these are the bean’s natural profiles, skillfully uncovered through our precise roasting methods without a whisper of artificial flavoring.

Drinking a cup of our Yuletide Roast is akin to wrapping yourself in the cozy embrace of a winter cottage, where the air is scented with the allure of freshly baked pies, and the fireplace’s gentle warmth is a steadfast presence.

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Yuletide Roast

The perfect gift for the Holiday season – even if it’s just a gift to yourself. 😉

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Our partnership with CENFROCAFE, a co-op of over 3,000 farming families, ensures that every bean enriches not just your cup but also the lives of those who cultivate them. With each purchase, you support sustainable wages, environmental care, and safe working conditions.

As the beans journey from harvest to roast, they’re fully washed and sun-dried, ensuring clarity in flavor. And it’s in our roasters in Burlington, Washington, where the magic culminates – a dark roast that’s rich and smooth, never burnt or bitter.

The Yuletide Roast isn’t just a coffee; it’s a festive ritual, a yearly delight that’s become a part of the holiday fabric. So, gather around, share stories, and savor the season with Fidalgo’s Yuletide Roast. And if you’re curious to explore more, take our Coffee Finder Quiz to discover a roast that’s just right for you.

Autumn brings a touch of nostalgia — from the crackling bonfires and crisp mornings to the kaleidoscope of foliage and pumpkins adorning porches. It’s the season of warmth and reconnection, a perfect time to cherish our friends and family. The best connections are forged in quiet moments, away from life’s hustle. These authentic encounters often happen during a peaceful drive through the countryside, a relaxing afternoon on the couch, or gathering for a jam session after a busy week. It’s in these shared experiences that we find joy.

At Fidalgo, we’re dedicated to enriching your connections in a truly genuine and lasting manner. In contrast to the fast-paced world of mass-produced coffee, we offer a crafted experience. Our handpicked coffees don’t just promise a delightful cup but also enhance those special moments with a richer, more authentic taste — a satisfying coffee experience.

Great coffee has the power to connect us on a profound level. Fidalgo Coffee is committed to fostering those bonds with our meticulously roasted coffee. We believe in the magic of simple ingredients, carefully roasted to showcase their full potential. Our aim is to transform these quality beans into a cup that mirrors the purity of its origins, crafting a coffee that brings people together, not just for occasions, but as part of everyday life.

The artistry in roasting exceptional coffee lies in two elements: the quality of the beans and the roasting technique. At Fidalgo, we’re passionate about selecting only the finest beans and perfecting the roast to craft a cup of coffee that deepens the moments you share with loved ones.

We value responsible sourcing and maintaining a close relationship with the farmers who grow our coffee. Our goal is to create a vibrant, exciting cup of coffee that stands in stark contrast to the uninspired offerings commonly found. For those who appreciate the depth of flavor that often goes unnoticed, we’re here to deliver.

Fidalgo sources only the finest beans, ensuring excellence in every cup. Whether you prefer single origin or a blend, the secret is starting with high-quality beans. Our master blenders artfully develop each coffee’s flavor profile, ensuring consistency and quality in every batch.

Despite some criticisms, we believe a well-crafted blend can rival any single origin. Our roasters, like artists blending paints, combine beans to create complex and imaginative flavors. This craftsmanship can result in a cup that’s as delightful to share as it is to savor.

We take pride in our roasting process, which utilizes small batches and direct flame techniques to achieve the most even roast. Our roasters’ finesse brings out diverse flavor profiles that cater to every palate without any artificial enhancement.

The natural roasting process can unveil a spectrum of flavors — from caramel to fruity — creating a perfectly balanced cup that coffee enthusiasts adore. Our coffees might surprise you at first with their distinct taste but give them a chance, and you’ll come to appreciate the natural flavors of this beloved bean.

Fidalgo caters to all preferences, including white, light, medium, dark, and decaf roasts. Unsure of your favorite? Try our Yuletide Blend — a festive concoction with notes of toasted nuttiness, perfect for the holiday season.

We invite you to make Fidalgo part of your coffee ritual, whether you’re sharing a cup with a friend, enjoying a scenic drive, or simply taking in the autumn view from your porch. Trust in the simple, quality ingredients that make Fidalgo a standard-bearer for great coffee. Let this season be one of meaningful connections, with a cup of Fidalgo in hand.

Did you know you can make cold brew yourself? As an insider with the Fidalgo Coffee community, here’s a tip: cold brew can be made with any coarse ground coffee.

Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy the sunshine with family and friends. Whether you are soaking up the rays on a beach towel at a family outing, hosting friends in your backyard for a social, or attending a public event with your besties, we invite you to keep cool with your favorite specialty coffee over ice.

If you want to keep it simple or don’t have the time to make cold brew yourself, Fidalgo offers two options you can buy, specifically roasted and ground for cold brew. You can purchase these online or in the Fidalgo store:

Classic Cold Brew: Bold & Super Smooth. Dark roast blend.
Organic Centro Cold Brew: Rich & floral with notes of vanilla. Medium dark roast. Organic and Fair Trade.

Ready for a new recipe idea? Introducing Cinnamon Cold Brew.

An easy way to spice up your next cold brew batch is to add a few cinnamon sticks while your batch is brewing for a cinnamon-infused coffee taste in every sip. If cinnamon isn’t your first choice, then we invite you to make your best cup by pairing cold brew with your favorite sweetener, syrup, specialty flavor, or milk. There are so many fun, creative, and tasty ideas for coffee. The sky is the limit!

Toddy Cold Brew System Directions:

Rinse filter. Insert the stopper and filter into the bottom of the brew container.
Pour 1-cup water into the brew container and then pour the entire 16-oz contents of Fidalgo Cold brew blend into the brew container.
Add water to half-fill the container. Let the coffee steep for 5 minutes.
Fill to ½” from the top with water. Do not stir.
Steep at room temperature for 8 hours.
Drain by removing the stopper and dripping into the decanter.
Enjoy!

Our mission is to create joy through coffee. May every Fidalgo cup be a delightful treat. We wish you great fun in the sun with family and friends, balanced with time to relax. The days are long, but summer is short. We encourage you to make each day count as the gift it is intended to be.

~ Your Friends at Fidalgo Coffee
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We hope you’re enjoying an iced coffee this very minute! Thank you for taking the time to reconnect with us each month and the Fidalgo Coffee community. We hope our monthly conversation encourages you to find your best cup of coffee, sample our seasonal blends and live inspired.

The first half of the year is over. No matter how difficult or how great the first six months of the year were, today, we can choose a mindset to finish the year strong. Here is some motivation from us to you. July is a:

New Month
New Mindset
New Gratitude
New Attitude
New Focus
New Result

“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning. But anyone can start today and create a new ending.” A clever perspective. Interestingly, Quote Investigator doesn’t know who said these words of wisdom first! It could have been Zig Ziglar, C. S. Lewis, Carl Bard, James R. Sherman, Philadelphia Eagles Football Team, Barrie M. Tritie, Dennis Reinhart, Maria Robinson, Jessie Jones, or Michael York. So, while we are unsure who to credit this advice to, we do know 100% these are words to implement in July.

July is Summer. Summer is sunshine. If for any reason you can’t find the sunshine, we encourage you to be the sunshine. For you and others. You can do it! And the world will applaud you.

One way to find some happiness is by adding our seasonal blend Summer Breeze to your day. Summer Breeze may just become your favorite cup of coffee, ever. The only way you will know is to give it a try. We encourage you to order today because Summer Breeze, just like summer, doesn’t last forever.

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Summer Breeze. Available now for delivery to your front door. It’s a medium-light roast, smooth, and easy to drink with notes of cherry, caramel, apple cider, and pear. At Fidalgo, we especially love to brew this coffee as espresso because it naturally produces a beautiful and luscious crema and toffee mouthfeel.

Our wish for you each day in July is that you watch the sunrise, experience a refreshing summer breeze each afternoon, have cherished moments to remember from dawn until dusk, and relax to a stunning sunset. Thank you for your friendship and your business. Until next month, we wish you good health, joy, and a strong start to the rest of 2023.

~ Your Friends at Fidalgo Coffee Contact us at: [email protected] if you have questions or need assistance with an order or personalized subscription program.

Our mission at Fidalgo is to create joy in the world through coffee. As part of our community, we encourage you to join us in creating fun and happiness by initiating informal social activities. They can be simple, one-time, or recurring. It’s OK to start with one invite. The key is to begin and let the magic flow through coffee.

Today is a great day to make a list of the people you want to share time with over a cup of coffee. How about inviting friends, neighbors, colleagues, family, or someone you want to get to know better for a:

Jumpstart in your kitchen to the day ahead over your favorite Fidalgo coffee recipe.
Chat on your deck in the sunshine after a walk through the neighborhood together.
Conversation on your backyard patio. You may even want to add a playing card or board game to the fun.
Planning your next outdoor adventure.
Catch-up visit in the park.

If you are wondering what to serve, how about our seasonal blend, Summer Breeze?

Life is partly what we make it and partly what is made by the friends we choose. This quote from Tennessee Williams is spot on for today’s message of hope. At Fidalgo, we appreciate that you have chosen our coffee to be a part of your daily life. We are grateful for your friendship and your business.

Our great wish for you is that you elect to create an abundance of friends so that your “cup runs over” with a lifetime of joy. True friendships take effort. At Fidalgo, we believe they can be built one cup at a time.

~ Your Friends at Fidalgo Coffee Contact us at: [email protected] if you have questions or need assistance with an order or personalized subscription program

by Malcolm Anderson, Fidalgo Coffee Roasters Tasting Room Coordinator

Blending different types of coffee beans is like cracking open the world and discovering a vast array of options to create new and exciting flavors. Unlike other industries like wine production, coffee blending offers a more global palette to producers, free from baffling regulations and inherited laws. In the Fidalgo 9 Bar, we combine two unique growing regions to create a whole new flavor.

This 50/50 blend combines the sweet and subtle chocolate notes of Guatemala coffee with the winey, fruity, and bright acidity of fully-washed process Ethiopian coffee. These vibrant characteristics shine in a lighter roast, allowing you to focus on the “terroir” of the beans in your coffee experience. Blending coffee is an art, and the combination of these two very distinct origins is a wonderful example of that magic.

The Fidalgo 9 Bar is made up of 50% Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Adame Gorbota and 50% Guatemala Huehuetenango Adiestso, both fully washed, meaning the skin of the cherry is removed from the bean, and then thoroughly washed with water, removing any remaining pulp. Additionally, both coffees are certified organic, shade-grown, and fair trade.

Yirgacheffe is located in southern Ethiopia within the mountainous region of the Gedeo zone, ranging from 5500 to 6500 feet above sea level. Some of its unique flavors can include Meyer lemon, tangerine, blueberry, vanilla, and black tea. On the other hand, Huehuetenango is located on the border with Mexico at an elevation of over 11,800 feet, making it the highest coffee-growing region of Guatemala. Known as the “Place of the Ancients,” its flavor notes resemble chocolate, plum, caramel, almond, maple syrup, subtle spice, “woodsy,” and floral notes.

Fidalgo’s 9 Bar received a 92-point rating from The Coffee Review and quickly became a staple in Fidalgo’s featured specialty labels. Combining the Ethiopia coffee profile, with its wild berry notes and tangy citrus, with the Guatemala beans produces a complex, flavorful, and aromatic experience.

After cupping several batches of 9 Bar over time, some unique descriptors consistently show up: an unexpected scent of watermelon right after the grind and dark fruit flavors like blueberry, plum, and dried figs. Other notes include dark baker’s chocolate, toast, and red wine. The color is light, but the flavors are abundant. This is a great coffee for the taster who appreciates all the nuances and uniqueness these two regions bring together. Pair it with a lemon poppyseed scone, a slice of key lime pie, or a homemade PBJ!

Malcolm is a certified sommelier
Certified Sommelier 2nd level – Court of Master Sommeliers

April 1 – 30^th is the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival.

Historically, the tulip is a symbol of paradise on Earth. Your Fidalgo Coffee team invites you, your family, and your friends to visit our beautiful community during the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Experience the breathtaking splendor nature creates in millions of blooms across acres of brilliant color.

The annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is the largest in Washington state. It’s the second largest tulip festival in the US by acreage of tulips, number of farms, and days of blooms.

There isn’t one location you go to for the festival. The fields are centrally located in the valley between La Conner and Mt. Vernon. Four primary farms create the color brilliance:

RoozenGaarde,
Tulip Town
Tulip Valley Farms
Garden Rosalyn

While many visitors experience “Tulip Time” as a driving tour, your Fidalgo Coffee team wants you to know the festival offers much more! All four farms offer their own unique experiences. From teatime in the tulips to guided painting classes, photo ops, u-pick, and beyond, you can personalize your trip with advanced planning by visiting the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival website or a summary of the four farm growers.

The timing of your visit is critical. Tulips bloom according to the weather. As our friends, we want you to know that this season is running behind schedule, so you may want to wait until mid-April to visit. See this news article from The Bellingham Herald about the bloom timing:

“The 2023 Skagit Valley Tulip Festival officially starts on April 1, but local growers anticipate a late bloom that may not coincide with the festival’s start date. “It’s just been cold,” said Tulip Valley Farms CEO Andrew Miller in a telephone interview with The Bellingham Herald. “We’ve seen a lot of cloudy days, so the soil doesn’t get the warmth from the sun that it needs, and tulips are 100% temperature driven.” Read more at: https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/local/article273564570.html#storylink=cpy

While the blooms may be late, you can order the Fidalgo seasonal Tulip Festival Blend now!

As a reminder, we are shipping our seasonal Tulip Festival Blend direct to your doorstep through April 30.

The Tulip Festival Blend is roasted dark to bring out smooth, bold, and full notes. This caramelized dark roast is certified Organic, Fair Trade, Shade Grown, and Kosher. Available in 12oz and 2lb sized bags.

When purchasing a bag of Tulip Festival Blend, 5% of proceeds from this Artist Series label coffee will go to The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, a Washington State Non-Profit Organization. Seattle artist Kerry Clavadetscher did the 2023 Tulip Festival Blend artwork.

We hope you will visit our community during this year’s Tulip Festival. The grower’s expectation is this will be our most colorful spring yet. The daffodils will still be blooming in early April, followed by the tulips in mid-April. Wishing you safe travels, a magical experience, and our Tulip Festival Blend coffee in your travel tumbler.

~ Your Friends at Fidalgo Coffee

Contact us at: [email protected] if you have questions or need assistance with an order or personalized subscription program.

There is a lot to love about March, starting with our Tulip Festival Blend.

As a reminder, we are shipping our seasonal Tulip Festival Blend direct to your doorstep.

When purchasing a bag of Tulip Festival Blend, 5% of proceeds from this Artist Series label coffee will go to The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, a Washington State Non-Profit Organization. Artwork for the 2023 Tulip Festival Blend was done by Seattle artist, Kerry Clavadetscher.

If you are a basketball fan, March Madness is for you. Regardless of whether you are watching hoops, we encourage you to escape the chaos by relaxing with your perfect cup of Fidalgo coffee and acknowledge your daily wins. Reflect on where you missed the open shots with yourself and others. Learn for the future. Adjust and reset. Keep going! Know in your heart, your friends at Fidalgo coffee are cheering you on to reach higher every day.

St Patrick’s Day is a perfect occasion to add Irish Crème to your favorite Fidalgo blend. As a member of our community, we hope you will set aside a few minutes to consider the magic you have experienced and how you can pass on the joy you have in your heart to others. Delight and happiness create luck and they exponentially grow when shared. It’s easy! You can start with a smile.

The Fidalgo Coffee community is a special group of people. Our mission is to create joy in the world through coffee. These monthly communications are designed to encourage and inspire you to spread joy to others. We believe a spark can ignite a flame. Thank you for being someone who cares about the coffee you drink, the community you live in and for having the heart to make a difference.

In the days and weeks ahead, we hope you take time to smell the flowers, escape to bliss with your perfect cup of coffee and that you receive the magic of luck and happiness in abundance. We thank you for your friendship and your continued business.

~ Your Friends at Fidalgo Coffee

Contact us at: [email protected] if you have questions or need assistance with an order or personalized subscription program.