King's Gambit Coffee

Stagg: Organic Medium Dark Roast

Stand firm. Walk your own path.

Stagg was chosen for its depth, resilience, and bold character. Expect cocoa, rich molasses, and cedar. This is a cup that stands its ground with quiet strength and enduring flavor.

Inspired by the stag, a timeless emblem of independence, courage, and self-discovery. This roast is for those who stand apart, not to defy for defiance’s sake, but to remain true to what’s right, even when the crowd insists otherwise. It’s for the ones who walk forward with conviction, embracing the journey of becoming.

Whether you’re navigating solitude, defending your values, or simply seeking a coffee that reflects your resolve, Stagg is here to steady your course and honor your stride.

Please Note: We strive for transparency in every aspect of our operations. Due to the seasonal availability and natural variations in coffee crops, components of our coffee might shift occasionally. Rest assured, these changes are made thoughtfully, maintaining the quality and flavor profile you expect from us.

Coffee Details:

Roast Level: Medium Dark
Tasting Notes: Cocoa, Molasses, Cedar
Origin: Timor, Indonesia
Elevation: N/A
Varietals: N/A
Process: Fully Washed, Patio Drying
Certifications: Organic

Farm & Producer Notes:

Coffee in East Timor carries a different kind of weight. It’s not just agricultural — it’s generational, resilient, and deeply tied to place.

The Cooperativa Café Timor (CCT), established in 1994 with support from the USDA and NCBA, was built to unify and support thousands of smallholder farmers across the country. Most of these producers work plots smaller than a hectare, cultivating coffee in rugged, high-altitude terrain where scale is limited — but care is not.

CCT operates across key growing regions including Maubesse in the Ainaro district, Atsabe in Ermera, and surrounding areas like Lequisa and Aifu. These regions sit at elevation, where cooler temperatures and slower cherry development contribute to coffees that carry depth, structure, and a quiet intensity in the cup.

But the story here goes back even further.

Coffee was first introduced to East Timor over 400 years ago during Portuguese colonization. After a devastating outbreak of coffee leaf rust, the region re-emerged through resilience and adaptation — giving rise to what is now known as Híbrido de Timor. This naturally occurring hybrid became foundational not just locally, but globally, influencing disease-resistant varietals used throughout the coffee world today.

CCT received Fair Trade certification in 2001, but its true value lies in the network it sustains — providing infrastructure, processing support, and market access to farmers who might otherwise remain unseen. It’s a system built on collective effort, where quality is shaped by thousands of hands working in unison.

This is the kind of coffee that doesn’t rush to impress. It builds. It holds. It stays with you.