Visit Tampa Bay Launches Pirate’s Plunder A New Coffee Delight

Image generated with Ai

Visit Tampa Bay has partnered with the local favorite Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters to unveil a new gem for coffee enthusiasts: Pirate’s Plunder. This signature coffee blend promises to captivate taste buds with its rich and adventurous flavors, evoking the spirit of legendary pirate José Gaspar.

Pirate’s Plunder is an exquisite blend of Ethiopian Heirloom and Bourbon coffee varieties, harvested during the winter months. This carefully curated combination yields a complex flavor profile, featuring enticing notes of citrus, caramel, floral, blackberry, and cocoa. It’s designed to offer a distinctive taste that reflects the vibrant coffee culture of Tampa Bay.

According to Visit Tampa Bay, the introduction of Pirate’s Plunder comes at an opportune time, perfect for those seeking a unique and memorable coffee experience in the heart of Tampa. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor, this signature coffee is a treasure worth discovering.

“Coffee has been an indelible part of Tampa’s history alongside as much as the Cuban Sandwich or Devil Crab,” said Santiago C. Corrada, President and CEO of Visit Tampa Bay.  “From the 19th century, when cigar makers sipped café con leche before work, until today when local citizens seek out a variety of coffee-based beverages and foods, Tampa’s had a love affair with coffee. And thanks to our partners at Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters, who partnered with us to create Pirate’s Plunder, visitors and residents can now enjoy a deliciously roasted coffee at home with a flavor profile distinctly and deliciously indicative of our region.”

Like Pirate’s Plunder, Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters is a true Tampa original. Established in 2014 by Roberto Torres in the historic Ybor City, Blind Tiger was founded with a mission to continue Tampa’s rich coffee heritage. The goal was to share the warmth and richness of exceptional coffee with family and community, ensuring that this treasured tradition lives on for future generations.

“Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters is thrilled to partner with Visit Tampa Bay and represent our story,” said Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters’ President, Roberto Torres. “Collaboration is always key. We have enjoyed the process and continue to look for ways to weave our story into the rich history of Tampa Bay.”

Pirate’s Plunder can be purchased at any of the seven Blind Tiger Coffee Roasters locations throughout Hillsborough County, at the Unlock Tampa Bay Visitor Center on North Franklin Street in Tampa, or online at blindtigercoffeeroasters.com and shop.visittampabay.com.