Drink Different: Part Two — Dark and Stormy Review ☕️🌩️

Our coffee quest continues…

This time, we’re diving into Dark and Stormy, Pirate Monkey Coffee’s intense, high‑impact dark roast. If Smooth Sailing was smooth and balanced, Dark and Stormy lives up to its name — big, bold, and ready to rumble.

🔍 First Look & Origins

Dark and Stormy is crafted from 100% Arabica beans sourced from Brazil, El Salvador, and India, exactly like our lighter blends—but taken darker and deeper. Ethically sourced. Small‑batch roasted. No gimmicks—just raw, untamed flavour.

Packaged in resealable bags, this roast is built for those who like their coffee strong enough to tame a tempest

☕️ In the Cup: First Sip

• Roast Level & Aroma: The beans arrive dark, almost oily—aroma is powerful with hints of dark chocolate and deep caramel 

• Body: Full‑on. It’s bold and dense—ideal for waking up the senses.

• Sweetness: Mid‑range caramel sweetness—still present, but framed by darker roast tones .

• Acidity: Low, just enough brightness to keep it lively

• Finish: Think rich dark chocolate meets charred wood. There’s a broody, smoky edge like watching clouds gather before the storm.

  
  

💥 Performance Profile

Espresso

Stands tall with a thick crema and serious flavour volume. Excellent if you want something robust and unapologetic.

Milk‑based (lattes, flat whites, cappuccinos)

Surprisingly smooth. The strong roast melds with milk to reveal gorgeous dark chocolate notes—no sour aftertaste, just clean intensity.

Cold Prep (iced, frappe-style)

The depth holds even when iced—rich, bold, and punchy, making it a powerhouse cold pick.

🎯 Who Should Brew It?

• Dark Roast Fans: If you prefer big, dark roasts that pack a punch.

• Espresso Purists: Looking for serious crema and flavour depth.

• Milk Lovers: Want bold flavour, not flat milkiness.

• Iced/Blended Coffee Drinkers: Needing strength that stays intact.

  
  

📊 Pirate Monkey Coffee Review Score

Attribute	Score (out of 5)	Notes
Body	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)	Thick, bold, unmissable
Sweetness	⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)	Noticeable caramel, but shadowed
Acidity	⭐⭐☆☆☆ (2/5)	Low, keeps drink smooth
Bitterness	⭐⭐☆☆☆ (2/5)	Mild roast bitterness, not harsh
Milk Performance	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)	Bold and smooth in creamy drinks
Espresso Performance	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)	Dense shots, great crema
Overall Character	⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)	Broody, intense, stylishly bold

Overall Score: 4.1 / 5

🌟 Final Verdict

Dark and Stormy is the blend for when you want your coffee to make a statement. It’s not subtle—it’s unapologetically bold. But it’s also well‑balanced: dark chocolate, caramel, with just enough milk‑friendliness to call it versatile.

If you’re tired of bland dark roasts that leave sour chalkiness, this is your storm. Strong. Smooth. Intense. Exactly how a dark roast should be.

▶️ What’s Next?

Stay tuned—Part Three will explore one of our single-origin coffees, with guest‑reviewer tricks and brewing hacks to bring out its full flavour.

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☕ Pirate Monkey Coffee — Drink Different.