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experience," Kyle explains. "When you come into our shop, you can see the coffee being roasted, you can smell the aroma in the air, and you're able to become part of the process. It’s about creating an environment where people can connect over something as simple as a cup of coffee."
At DragonRidge, we knew that Kyle's commitment to both quality and community would make Dark Moon the perfect partner. The coffee beans are ethically sourced from regions like Colombia, Ethiopia, Honduras, Costa Rica, Sumatra, and Bolivia. "We make sure to have relationships as close as we can with the exporters & farmers we work with, and while we don’t carry official certifications, all of our beans follow organic practic- es," says Kyle. This commitment to sustainability and fair practices aligns with DragonRidge’s values.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dark Moon adapted its business model slightly, shifting its focus toward wholesale partnerships with local restaurants, cafés, and hotels. You may have already enjoyed their coffee at the Plaza Hotel, DW Bistro, or Whole Foods, and now we’re proud
to offer it at all our on-site restaurants at DragonRidge. From fresh brews to their popular cold brew, all roasting and canning are done at Dark Moon's facility in Hender- son. “We’ve really worked to preserve the quality of our cold brew product by using a cold-chain process,” Kyle explains. “Our process is a lot different than those either in the valley or even in a ready-to-drink can format at the grocery store. All of our cold brew coffee that we brew, whether for our shop or in canned form is actual- ly brewed & extracted with cold water, keeping to the name. This actually creates a cold brew that is consis- tent, refreshing & unique among its counterparts.”
This attention to detail and passion for craft coffee is something we believe our members will appreciate. “DragonRidge is about the details, from the golf course to the dining experience, and now down to the cup of coffee you enjoy. I appreciate that DragonRidge supports local businesses and cares about quality,” Kyle says. As a Henderson native who grew up watching DragonRidge evolve, Kyle adds, “It feels like a perfect match to have a Henderson-grown business partnering with the community there.”