First light, for those who Rise

First light, for those who Rise

The Story Behind First Light

First Light started as an idea whispered in the quiet hours — something built not just to wake you up, but to honor the moment you choose to rise. The still air before boots hit the trail. The calm before the pull of a bowstring. The silence before the world starts demanding pieces of you.

We wanted a blend that carried the weight and warmth of a slow-burn morning, but with a spark — that subtle ignition that sets your pulse into motion.

So we paired two origins, worlds apart, that somehow feel made for each other:

  • Nicaragua La Bastilla Honey — grown high in the misted Jinotega mountains, honey-processed for rich sweetness and syrupy body.

  • Ethiopia Natural — from the legendary Yirgacheffe region, sun-dried on raised beds, bursting with wild fruit and floral brilliance.

The result is First Light — grounded and steady, yet alive and electric. A coffee that feels like the first blaze of sun over the ridge.

What It Tastes Like

We don’t write tasting notes to impress judges — we write them to tell the truth.

  • Body: Full and syrupy from the Nicaraguan base, giving you that warm, satisfying mouthfeel.

  • Sweetness: Caramelized brown sugar and dark honey upfront.

  • Fruit: Subtle but undeniable — plum, dried berries, and a flicker of tropical fruit from the Ethiopian spark.

  • Finish: Clean, lingering, with a black tea dryness that makes you want another sip.

It’s the kind of cup you notice without having to think about it — smooth enough for every day, intriguing enough to pull you back in.

Brewing Tips — How to Bring It to Life

Every brew method brings out something different in First Light. Here’s how to make it sing:

Pour Over (V60 / Kalita / Origami)

  • Highlight: clarity and nuance

  • Ratio: 1:16

  • Grind: medium-fine

  • Brew time: 3:00–3:30
    Expect a crisp cup with more of the Ethiopian side shining through — plum, tropical brightness, and floral aromatics riding on a clean chocolate base. Perfect for slow mornings when the world hasn’t caught up yet.

French Press

  • Highlight: body and depth

  • Ratio: 1:15

  • Grind: coarse

  • Brew time: 4:00–4:30
    This method leans into the Nicaraguan core — syrupy body, heavy chocolate and brown sugar sweetness. Ideal for long hunts, cold mornings, and campfire mugs.

AeroPress

  • Highlight: punch and intensity

  • Ratio: 1:14

  • Grind: medium

  • Brew time: 2:00
    Short, strong, and to the point. Think of it as the “shot of First Light.” Smooth and powerful, like the first push into the day.

Drip Coffee Maker

  • Highlight: balance and consistency

  • Ratio: 1:16

  • Grind: medium

  • Brew time: auto
    Your daily driver. Balanced and rich, perfect for a full pot to fuel the camp, the hunt, or the grind.

Who It’s For

First Light isn’t just for hunters.
It’s for anyone who knows the world belongs to those who rise before it stirs.

Whether you’re stepping into the backcountry, lacing boots for work, or chasing something bigger than comfort — First Light is your spark.

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