Sweet Maria's 10 Speed Blend

Coffee and cycling have enjoyed a decades long connection that likely stretches back well before the early days of coffee company-sponsored cycling events (see FAEMA professional cycling team of the late 1960's). Whether it's coffee's burst of caffeine energy before the ride, or winding down with an espresso at the end of a tour, coffee has been a sort of touchstone for bringing together cyclists at 2-wheeled events and casual excursions. Our 10 Speed Blend celebrates the classic lines of the 10 Speed bicycle. Celebrated for it's agile footprint and versatility, it quickly became the steed of choice for commuter cyclists and racers alike. With versatility at the front of our minds, the 10 Speed Blend uses coffees that can be roasted light or dark, and that show well under any brew method or as espresso. You could say it's a blend that works great in any gear! Using coffees from similar altitudes aids in roast consistency, something that can be especially tricky when roasting pre-blended coffee light. We will mostly use wet process coffee, but have incorporated honey coffee in the past when it suits the flavor profile. We're looking to regions in East Africa and Central America for dense coffees that are classic-toned, balanced sweet and bittering flavors, and that carry some acidity too. The latter part can be snappy at City, or rounded and bittersweet at Full City. Don't be afraid to shift through a few different roat level to find the perfect cruising gear that suits your taste! Check out our roasting guidance here. 

Show off our 10 Speed image at home with our t-shirts, mugs, and cupping spoons too!