BLK & Bold Rise & GRND is a premium medium roast ground coffee blend crafted by BLK & Bold Specialty Beverages, a Black-owned, nationally distributed specialty coffee company founded in 2018 by childhood friends Pernell Cezar and Rod Johnson. This Costco-exclusive 2-pound bag brings one of the brand's most popular blends to members at scale.

The Rise & GRND blend uses 100% Arabica beans processed using the washed method, which produces a clean, versatile cup. Flavor notes include sweet toffee, creamy body, nutty undertones, and a bright lemon-like acidity that keeps it lively and well-rounded. The medium roast level balances the beans' natural flavors with just enough roast character to make it approachable any time of day.

This coffee is 100% Certified Fair Trade, ensuring farmers receive fair compensation. BLK & Bold also donates 5% of all gross profits to their "For Our Youth" initiative, which supports nonprofit organizations improving the lives of traditionally underserved youth — generating over $450,000 in contributions since launch.