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Empire

chocolate - vanilla cola - blackberry
$1695


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Description

Let’s raise a cup and celebrate! We’re beyond excited to introduce our newest creation at Klatch Coffee—Empire, a blend that brings together over 30 years of passion, expertise, and a love for great coffee. Empire is bold, balanced, and packed with flavor, crafted to satisfy everyone from seasoned coffee lovers to casual sippers.

Get ready for a taste adventure with notes of chocolate, vanilla cola, and a blackberry finish. Whether you prefer it as a smooth pour-over, a refreshing cold brew, or a rich espresso shot, Empire brings out the best in every brew style. As a pour-over or drip coffee, each sip reveals a complex, layered profile that’s sure to keep you coming back for more. Brew it cold, and you’ve got a bold, crisp, and oh-so-smooth cold brew. Or, savor it as a bold espresso that packs a punch with deep, full-bodied flavors perfect for your favorite espresso drinks.

From Humble Beginnings to the Empire Blend

What started as a single coffeehouse with a dream has grown into 13 cafés across the Inland Empire and beyond. Through dedication, a lot of coffee love, and a commitment to quality, Klatch Coffee has flourished. The Empire blend is our tribute to the region that’s been with us from the start, a blend that reflects our journey, our community, and our passion for "Peak of Flavor" roasting.

Specifications

  • Roast Level
    Medium
  • Region
    Global
  • Mouthfeel
    Smooth & Balanced

April Brewer Recipe

Coffee: 30g, Medium Coarse
Volume: 400ml: 50 bloom for 35 sec.
Brew Time: 3min. and 20 sec

Have you tried as an Espresso?

Dose: 20 g (double)
Temperature: 201°F [94°C]
Time: 24 seconds
Out: 36 g

Great as Cold Brew!

Toddy Cold Brew Systems Recipe:

7 cups of water | 12oz of freshly ground coffee - coarse

1. Weigh out 12 oz of whole bean coffee.
2. Grind coffee coarse.
3. Insert the stopper to the outside of the Toddy brewer container.
4. Dampen the filter and insert into the inside bottom of the inside of the container.
5. Add 1 cup of water and 6 oz of coffee grounds.
6. Slowly pour 3 more cups of water over coffee grounds, in a circular motion.
7. Then add the remaining 6 oz of coffee grounds.
8. Wait 5 minutes - Slowly add the remaining 3 cups of water, ensuring all the grounds are saturated. DO NOT STIR (It can result in clogged filter).
9. Steep for 24 hours to create a smooth and rich flavor.
10. Remove the stopper and let your coffee concentrate flow into glass decanter.
11. Cold Brew concentrate stays fresh in your refrigerator for 2 weeks.

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Customer Reviews

Based on 19 reviews
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Sean K.
Preparation methods used:: French Press
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New Blend - Empire

Absolutely love this blend, one of my new go to favorites. I find it similar to the Mocha Java blend, really great for everyday morning coffee.

M
Meihsing W.
Preparation methods used:: Auto Drip
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Light
Dark

Empire

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Chris P.
Preparation methods used:: Espresso
Which flavors did you discover?: chocolate cola , red fruits (cherry, raspberry)
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Robust Flavor Profile. Chocolate-Cola + Cherry + Red Fruits

Here's the recipe I used that yielded the most flavor:

18.5g coffee in filter
37 grams out
24 seconds
200 degrees (F)

If you like darker Italian, chocolate heavy profiles, this coffee might not be for you. This coffee yield a robust flavor profile appropixating to a cherry-chocolate flavor.

With 3-5 oz steamed milk, the flavor still bursts.

Thanks for sharing your recipe, Chris. Glad you're enjoying Empire.

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Elle J.
Preparation methods used:: Auto Drip
Which flavors did you discover?: Best coffee I’ve ever had. Robust chocolate and berry. Sooo amazing!
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Empire Grounds

The best coffee ever!!! Packaging arrived damaged but still got the job done.

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Laurie B.
Preparation methods used:: Pour Over
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Longtime Klatcher

I tried this off of your flavor descriptors, it lives up to them. Nice flavor, not too winey, which I don't care for. Also good with a spoonful of hot chocolate powder mixed in!

K
Ken H.
Preparation methods used:: Espresso
Which flavors did you discover?: Stone fruit , Blackberry
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Light
Dark
Nice bright espresso

Very fruit forward blend. Enjoyed brewing this one.

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Vin H.
Preparation methods used:: Espresso
Which flavors did you discover?: Vanilla cola, Vanilla cola
Light, dark, or somewhere in between?:
Light
Dark
Right between WBC and Belle

Great slightly darker than medium roast, good balance for me when I’m feeling Belle is a bit too dark and WBC is a bit too light kind of day.

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Carl B.
Preparation methods used:: French Press
Light, dark, or somewhere in between?:
Light
Dark
Empire

Very good. Not a lot of fruity overtones which I now prefer. (Ethiopian Rules) but still very enjoyable morning coffee

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Shu A.
Preparation methods used:: Espresso
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Light
Dark
Really enjoyable

We rotate our espresso roast form WBC and house. The blackberry notes and a nice change.

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Tom
Preparation methods used:: Espresso
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Light
Dark
Pretty tasty

I can actually taste the cola

Tom, we are delighted to hear that you're enjoying Empire! Thanks for the review.