Stumptown Coffee Roasters, Medium Roast Whole Bean Coffee –
$47.97
Product Overview
Stumptown Coffee Roasters Hair Bender is a medium roast whole bean coffee that has earned its reputation as a cornerstone blend in the world of specialty coffee. Known for its balanced, approachable profile and consistent quality, Hair Bender appeals to both seasoned connoisseurs and everyday drinkers seeking a reliable, flavorful cup. This pack includes three 12-ounce bags, making it ideal for households with regular coffee consumption or as a thoughtful gift for fellow enthusiasts. Each bag contains a carefully curated mix sourced from Latin America, Indonesia, and Africa—regions renowned for producing high-quality Arabica beans that contribute to Hair Bender’s signature complexity.
The flavor journey begins with bright, sweet citrus notes that provide an inviting lift at first sip, followed by deeper layers of dark chocolate and subtle raisin undertones. These elements combine to create a multi-dimensional taste experience that remains stable across various brewing methods. Whether you prefer a meticulously crafted pour-over, a rich espresso shot, or a smooth cold brew, Hair Bender delivers consistent performance without requiring extensive adjustments or experimentation.
Key Features
- Medium Roast Whole Bean Coffee: Balanced roast level designed to highlight origin characteristics while maintaining drinkability across different preparation styles.
- Complex Flavor Profile: Delivers distinct tasting notes including sweet citrus, dark chocolate, and raisin, offering depth and balance in every cup.
- Sourced via Direct Trade Program: Supports ethical relationships with farmers through fair pricing, long-term partnerships, and collaborative quality initiatives.
- 100% Arabica Beans: Ensures smooth, aromatic, and clean-tasting coffee without harshness or bitterness commonly associated with lower-grade blends.
- Pack of Three 12-Ounce Bags: Provides extended supply and value, perfect for regular coffee drinkers or gifting to multiple people.
- Versatile Brewing Compatibility: Performs well in espresso, pour over, French press, drip makers, and cold brew systems.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Stumptown Coffee Roasters
- Roast Level: Medium
- Coffee Type: Whole Bean
- Primary Origin Blend: Latin America, Indonesia, Africa
- Flavor Notes: Sweet citrus, dark chocolate, raisin
- Bean Variety: 100% Arabica
- Pack Size: Three (3) 12-ounce bags per pack
- Item Model Number: 510052
- ASIN: B0DVSXBJ4N
- Manufacturer: Stumptown Coffee Roasters
- Product Dimensions: 2.7 x 3.92 x 6 inches; 2.25 Pounds
Benefits & Use Cases
Hair Bender stands out not only for its rich flavor but also for its reliability—a trait highly valued by those who depend on their morning ritual or entertain guests regularly. Its balanced acidity and full body make it enjoyable whether consumed alone or paired with milk, cream, or sweetener. The inclusion of three bags ensures you won’t run out unexpectedly, which is especially helpful during travel, work-from-home periods, or when sharing with roommates or family members.
For coffee professionals and home baristas alike, this blend offers predictability and finesse. It performs consistently regardless of grind size, water temperature, or brewing time—key factors when aiming to extract the best possible flavor. Because it’s part of Stumptown’s Direct Trade initiative, buyers gain insight into the origins of their beans and the positive impact of supporting sustainable farming practices. This transparency adds emotional resonance beyond mere taste, appealing to socially conscious consumers who want their daily cup to reflect values.
Whether used at home, in a café setting, or gifted to someone new to specialty coffee, Hair Bender serves as both a gateway and a benchmark. It introduces newcomers to nuanced flavors without overwhelming them, while satisfying experienced drinkers with its layered complexity and clean finish.
Important Notes
- The product is labeled according to United States standards and may differ slightly in ingredients, labeling, or allergen warnings compared to similar items sold internationally.
- This product is not discontinued by the manufacturer but remains available as part of the current lineup.
- Freshness matters: For optimal flavor, store beans in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture after opening.
- Actual taste can vary based on brewing technique, grind size, and water quality—factors known to influence final cup profile.
- Each pack contains exactly three 12-ounce bags; no additional contents are included.





phillip wasden –
I write very few reviews, this is perfect coffee.
I have been drinking coffee for decades. I have tried perhaps 100 or so Organic Coffees over the years. I am partial to light/medium roasts, which this is. The balance of acidity, flavor, and boldness Ive found in Hundred Mile is completely unmatched. It is expensive, so I only buy it for special occasions. I believe it is worth the price.
DCS –
FINALLY!!!!
EDIITâI tired the Holler blend and much prefer the Mountain Blend! I hVe it on subscribe and save and will be upping the delivery timeline! Itâs great?First, I wish Stumptown would train other companies on how to package (specifically vacuum-seal) coffee beans! I think Iâve ordered a total of at least ten different brands from Amazon over the years and this is the first thatâs been packaged well and sealed tightly to keep them fresh! I ordered the Homestead blend. Itâs a good stout medium blend; maybe slightly bitter but thatâs easy to counter if itâs an issue for you. The reviews I read had me a little concerned at firstly but Iâm glad I took the chance on this brand, One review mentioned they canât taste the flavor profile and while thatâs true for the Homestead too, in my experience you donât always have to in order for it to be good coffee. I play around with my own spice blends in coffee and donât always taste the exact spice, but it still flavors it differently. I think thatâs what this (at least the Homestead blend) is doing. Homestead is a milk chocolate and candy blend, which honestly I donât think Iâd like to taste in my coffee, but the coffee just tastes well-rounded and bold for a medium blend. I also wonder if the chocolate may be where that slight bitter taste I get comes from. Several reviews also mentioned the brew and best used-by dates. Mine was brewed in late June, purchased in August, and best used by October. I purchase whole bean coffee for its freshness and it loses freshness quickly, so to me thatâs a good time frame. I usually will go through a bag this size is maybe 2-3 weeks so if I received it as some did within a couple weeks of best used-by date, it would be an issue but I would hope returns would be accepted based on late dates. Iâll definitely be taking a chance and ordering this product again! (And would update review if the use-by date were an issue because Iâm a firm believer in holding companies accountable for intentional or unintentional issues in business practices.) Stumptown will be my go-to coffee bean on Amazon as long as theyâve fixed their use-by date issue!
AR1 –
Stumptown Homestead Blend Whole Bean Coffee
I got a bag of Homestead Blend a few months ago from the Stumptown cafe during a visit to Portland. I typically get Dunkin or Tim Hortons beans from Amazon – both have a pretty good flavor and are inexpensive. I usually do pourover but sometimes use an Aeropress. The Homestead Blend bag from Portland had a nice strong body with no hint of over-roastedness. The flavor was sweet, light, nuanced, and very enjoyable. It instantly became one of my new favorites.I was apprehensive about ordering a bag from Amazon because I’ve seen reviewers mentioning that they were expired and/or tasted off. Stumptown is typically about $16 at my local grocery store, compared to about $6 for Hortons on Amazon, so kind of a step up in cost. I saw that Homestead Blend was on sale on Amazon so I decided to try it.I received my bag on October 2. It was roasted on July 30 and the expiration is given as November 27, so indeed it is not fresh from the roaster. But as far as I can tell, it tastes as good as the bag from Portland. And it’ll be used up long before the expiration. So this order was a win for me. I’ll definitely try another one.
David –
Good overall
Good quality beans. Roast is a bit light for me. Nice fruity taste no bitterness. I think this would make a great iced coffee. A little pricey IMO
tomks –
Disappointed With Stumptown
The Negative Reviews Were On Point- the beans were not fresh, hardly any notable coffee flavors, it does take more beans to make a cup (I thought it was just me), and it is overpriced considering the end product. I guess I should have read the reviews before buying it. Noticed the beans on the left are more glossy (meaning the oils haven’t been stripped) than the ones on the right (Stumptown, which I received a little more than a week ago and only opened a couple of days ago).My experience:- I first tried it with my espresso machine. The grind was dry and powdery. The crema was lacking and it looked a little watery. The taste was acidic, not nutty or roasted. The taste was akin to stale beans or decaf, slight sour taste. The notes were definitely not of vanilla or cocoa powder (as the label advertised).- I admit I’m no barista, so I gave it another go. This time with a pour over, which IMHO I’m better at. As another reviewer noted, it did take a little more beans to make a comparable cup. But the end results were still the same, still the same acidic/sour taste of stale beans, no notes of vanilla or cocoa powder.I threw away the package so I don’t know when the roasted and good by dates were.FWIW, I didn’t like their bottled cold brews (same acidic/sour taste) and was willing to try them out bc heck we’re talking whole roasted organic beans and at a relatively attractive price.. But no. I’ll stick with my Lavazza (the beans on the left in pic).
Marina Kadrgalieva –
The best coffee
Oh, I like it! The best coffee in the USA at least! Wonderful smellð
Shoeaholic –
Love this… but wait…
Been buying Stumptown founders blend for a couple of years. Have loved it until I opened the most recent bag. Beans were noticeably different-looking – smaller, different in color – and the aroma was different than it always has been. Went ahead and ground some – the grinding even sounded different somehow. Made my coffee – completely different flavor than it always has been. Not enjoyable and missing all the flavor that is my reason for buying this particular blend. Will be heading to the grocery store to see if what they have there is the good ole beans I love. In the meantime, definitely not loving my morning coffee anymore. ð¥º
heather –
I love this coffee
It has a great traditional taste.
Denny hu –
Beneath the sticker shows a very different expiration date compared to the one on the sticker. What’s going on?
D. Porritt –
This is a very good flavoured brew. 2 TBSP per double espresso shot served long with a bit o’ milk. If you are looking for a treat, as it’s a bit pricey for regular drinking, this is one.
Steve Arbeau –
Best coffee ever
Sierra –
Like most reviews Do Not Buy. Arrived expired. So disappointed because this was a gift. Would Never recommend.