Coffee enthusiasts are always on the lookout for new and exciting ways to enjoy their favorite beverage. Enter white coffee, a lesser-known but intriguing variant that’s gaining popularity for its unique flavor and brewing techniques. If you’re eager to explore something different in your coffee cup, white coffee might just be the next thing to try. Here’s how to brew it and some delightful drink recipes to get you started. What is White Coffee? White coffee isn’t white; rather, it refers to coffee beans that are roasted at a lower temperature than typical beans, resulting in a lighter color a ..read more

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 appreci ..read more

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. The beans in O ..read more

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 ..read more

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 bu ..read more

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 an ..read more

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 favori ..read more

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 ..read more

April 1 – 30th 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 ..read more

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. 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. Artwork for the 2023 Tulip F ..read more