[Bean] Midnight Blend

MIDNIGHT BLEND

BLEND COMPONENT:

Colombian Washed

Guatemalan Washed

Indonesian Wet Hulling

ROASTING POINT:

DARK

CUP NOTE:

DARK CHOCOLATE, CARAMEL, WALNUT

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ROASTER'S COMMENT

What if there were an aroma that blooms in the quiet stillness of midnight?We are proud to present SOWN’s first blend, MIDNIGHT BLEND.

Although I have long focused on single-origin specialty coffees, I have always believed that blends have their own unique charm. The art of blending lies in bringing together distinct personalities to form a perfect harmony. That, to me, is the true artistry of coffee.

Midnight Blend embodies the depth and mystery of the midnight hour. It is a dark-roasted blend crafted from three origins across three continents: Colombia San Agustín, Guatemala Quiché, and Indonesia Mandheling. Each origin’s strengths are amplified through a carefully designed roast profile and blending ratio that achieve a complete balance.

The Colombian San Agustín, processed by the clean washed method, forms the foundation of the blend. With its balanced acidity and structure, it connects the other coffees in perfect harmony. Guatemala Quiché adds the solid texture and chocolate tones typical of Central American coffees, deepening the body and complexity of the cup.

Meanwhile, Indonesia Mandheling, processed by the traditional wet-hulling method, provides the defining character of this blend. Unlike washed or natural coffees, wet-hulled Mandheling offers a distinct herbal and earthy tone. When paired with dark roasting, these qualities transform into an alluring depth reminiscent of the scent of wood in a quiet forest at night.

When crafting a dark roast, the greatest challenge lies in preserving each coffee’s unique qualities while eliminating any unwanted harshness that may arise during roasting. Over-roasting can easily introduce burnt or bitter notes that overshadow the coffee’s natural sweetness.

However, Midnight Blend defies that expectation. Despite its dark roast, it boasts a remarkably smooth and clean finish. To achieve this, I conducted dozens of roast trials for each origin, fine-tuning until the ideal point was found. The roast was completed precisely at the onset of the second crack, allowing full caramelization without excessive carbonization.

The result is a coffee that harmonizes the deep richness of dark chocolate, the sweet and silky texture of caramel, and the toasty nuttiness of walnut. It feels like savoring a fine dark chocolate, a bittersweet indulgence with a calm and steady body that mirrors the serenity of the night.

As espresso, Midnight Blend delivers a dense sweetness of dark chocolate and caramel syrup that fills the palate. When brewed as filter coffee, its smooth texture and nutty finish reveal an elegant balance. It pairs beautifully with milk. In a latte or flat white, the coffee’s character remains vivid while becoming even softer and sweeter.

Whether at the end of a long day or in the quiet hours before dawn, let Midnight Blend accompany your most tranquil and thoughtful moments.

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ESPRESSO BREW GUIDE

To achieve SOWN coffee’s clean and diverse flavors, we recommend using a VST basket. If you can lower the machine’s bar pressure to between 4 and 6, that would be even better. The optimal flow rate with the portafilter removed is 210ml in 30 seconds.

Espresso

• Coffee amount: 19g (based on 18g VST basket)
• Extraction amount: 55g
• Extraction time: around 25 seconds

Americano(Longblack), Café Latte

• Coffee amount: 19g (based on 18g VST basket)
• Extraction amount: 40g (half it if you make long black)
• Extraction time: 15 to 20 seconds
• Water and milk amount: HOT 200ml (half it if you make long black) / ICE 175ml

FILTER BREW GUIDE

HOT

① Preheat the server with hot water. Place a filter in the dripper, rinse it thoroughly, and prepare brewing water at 95°C.

② Grind 14g of coffee at a slightly fine setting.

③ Add the ground coffee to the dripper and tare the scale. Start the timer, then pour 50g of water, making sure all the grounds are evenly saturated.

④ Hold the dripper and gently swirl it in a circular motion to mix the coffee and water evenly.

⑤ Wait until the water has completely drained through the coffee bed, then pour until the total weight reaches 100g.

⑥ Once the water has completely drained again, pour until the total weight reaches 170g.

⑦ After another complete drawdown, pour until the total weight reaches 232g.

⑧ Once the final pour has completely drained, remove the dripper and enjoy.

ICED

① Place a filter in the dripper and rinse it thoroughly with hot water. Discard the rinse water, add 74g of ice to the server, and prepare brewing water at 96°C.

② Grind 14g of coffee at a slightly fine setting.

③ Add the ground coffee to the dripper and tare the scale. Start the timer, then pour 40g of water, making sure all the grounds are evenly saturated.

④ Hold the dripper and gently swirl it in a circular motion to mix the coffee and water evenly, then wait until the water has completely drained through the coffee bed.

⑤ Pour until the total weight reaches 75g, then wait for the water to drain completely.

⑥ Pour until the total weight reaches 120g, then wait for the water to drain completely.

⑦ Pour until the total weight reaches 158g. The entire brew should finish draining in approximately 2 minutes 30 seconds to 3 minutes 10 seconds.

⑧ Once the coffee has finished draining, remove the dripper and swirl the server thoroughly to combine the brewed coffee with the ice.

⑨ Pour the chilled coffee into a glass filled with fresh ice, then enjoy.

Shipping Information

• Shipping Carrier: Korea Post EMS

• Shipping Area: Global shipping

• Cost: 20.0 USD / Free shipping for orders over 100.0 USD

  +10.0 USD for Macao, India, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Iran, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, etc.

• Delivery Time: Within 5 business days (We only ship coffee roasted in 3 days)

Important Notes

• Delivery delays or out-of-stock situations may occur due to high demand or supply issues.
• For items that require longer than the standard delivery time or are out of stock, we will contact you individually.

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