Peet’s Café Domingo

What Is Peet’s Café Domingo?

Peet’s Café Domingo is a signature blend that reflects Peet’s dedication to quality and tradition. It’s crafted from beans sourced across Latin America, offering a mellow yet flavorful profile.

Defining traits include:

• Medium Roast Blend – Balanced roast that preserves flavor and caffeine.
• Latin American Origins – Beans from Colombia, Brazil, and Central America.
• Smooth Drinking – Designed for everyday enjoyment.
• Versatile Brewing – Works well in drip, French press, or pour‑over.
• Peet’s Tradition – Part of their long‑standing coffeehouse heritage.

Together, these qualities make Café Domingo a comforting, approachable coffee that still delivers a solid caffeine boost.

Flavor Profile and Roast Level Peet’s Café Domingo

Peet’s Café Domingo is a medium roast blend that highlights the best qualities of Latin American Arabica beans. The roast level is carefully chosen to balance flavor, aroma, and caffeine retention, making it approachable for everyday drinking while still offering complexity.

Flavor highlights:

• Toffee & Nougat Notes – Sweet, dessert‑like undertones.
• Nutty Finish – Almond and hazelnut hints.
• Medium Roast Balance – Smooth, not overly acidic.
• Gentle Body – Rich but not heavy.
• Approachable Taste – Ideal for daily sipping.

This makes Café Domingo a versatile coffee—pleasant enough for casual drinkers, yet nuanced enough for enthusiasts.

Caffeine in Peet’s Café Domingo per Cup (8–12 oz)

Peet’s official caffeine information indicates that a 6 oz serving of brewed coffee contains between 100–200 mg of caffeine, depending on bean origin, grind size, and brewing strength.

• 8 oz cup: 120–140 mg caffeine
• 10 oz cup: 150–170 mg caffeine
• 12 oz cup: 180–200 mg caffeine

This places Café Domingo firmly in the moderate‑to‑high caffeine range, comparable to other medium roasts.

Caffeine Content per Milliliter (ml)

Breaking caffeine down by milliliter helps compare Peet’s Café Domingo to other beverages like energy drinks or espresso. Since most people measure coffee in cups rather than milliliters, this conversion gives a clearer picture of how concentrated the caffeine really is.

• 8 oz (240 ml): 0.50–0.58 mg/ml
• 10 oz (300 ml): 0.50–0.57 mg/ml
• 12 oz (355 ml): 0.51–0.56 mg/ml

This shows a consistent caffeine density, meaning every sip delivers steady energy.

Caffeine Equivalent Compared to Espresso Shots

A single shot of espresso (about 1 oz / 30 ml) typically contains 60–70 mg of caffeine, depending on bean type and extraction. Comparing Peet’s Café Domingo to espresso helps illustrate how much energy you’re really getting from a standard cup.

• 1 espresso shot (30 ml): 70 mg caffeine
• 8 oz Café Domingo: 2 shots
• 12 oz Café Domingo: 2.5–3 shots

This makes Café Domingo a practical alternative for those who prefer drip coffee but want espresso‑level energy.

How Brewing Method Affects Caffeine Levels

Brewing method significantly impacts caffeine extraction because different techniques vary in water temperature, contact time, and grind size.

• Drip Machine: 120–140 mg per 8 oz.
• French Press: 130–150 mg per 8 oz (longer steeping).
• Cold Brew: 150–160 mg per 8 oz (extended steeping extracts more caffeine).
• Pour‑Over: 115–130 mg per 8 oz (lighter extraction, smoother flavor).

This flexibility allows drinkers to tailor strength to preference.

Latin American Coffee Heritage in Café Domingo

Latin America is the heartland of Arabica production, and Peet’s carefully selects beans from Colombia, Brazil, and Central America to create a cup that reflects both cultural heritage and modern roasting expertise.

• Colombian Beans: Known for nutty, chocolate notes.
• Brazilian Beans: Smooth body, low acidity.
• Central American Beans: Brightness and balance.
• Cultural Tradition: Latin coffee emphasizes flavor and strength.
• Global Influence: Latin America supplies most Arabica beans worldwide.

By blending these origins, Peet’s Café Domingo embodies the richness of Latin coffee culture.