{"product_id":"coffee-with-mushrooms-dark-roast","title":"Coffee with Mushrooms Dark Roast","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe built this for the mornings that demand more. Coffee with Mushrooms Dark Roast takes our boldest roast — deep, intense, low-acid specialty Arabica — and combines it with adaptogenic mushroom extracts that sharpen your focus, support your immune system, and smooth the caffeine curve. Maximum intensity. Zero compromise. Zero earthy aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Made This\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDark roast drinkers don't want a lighter cup — they want power. But most functional coffees sacrifice roast quality for the mushroom story. We refused. We start with specialty-grade Arabica beans, take them to a true dark roast to develop full body and dark chocolate depth, then blend in meaningful doses of Lion's Mane, Chaga, and Reishi. The result is the boldest cup in our lineup — with a purpose behind every sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoasted fresh in Temecula, California — in most cases the same day it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold and intense\u003c\/strong\u003e — the defining character of a well-executed dark roast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark chocolate depth\u003c\/strong\u003e — rich, prominent, and satisfying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull body\u003c\/strong\u003e — substantial and filling from first sip to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth and easy on the stomach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — zero earthy mushroom aftertaste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFunctional Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLion's Mane\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports focus, memory, and cognitive clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChaga\u003c\/strong\u003e — rich in antioxidants, supports immune resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReishi\u003c\/strong\u003e — promotes calm energy and stress adaptation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess jitter, no crash\u003c\/strong\u003e — adaptogens smooth the dark roast caffeine curve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecialty-grade dark roast Arabica coffee, adaptogenic mushroom extract blend (Lion's Mane, Chaga, Reishi). No fillers. No artificial flavors. No added sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip (Recommended)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Consistent and bold. Use a 1:15 ratio and a medium grind. The dark character comes through clean and strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full body shines here. Coarse grind, 1:15 ratio, steep 4 minutes. Rich and immersive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso\u003c\/strong\u003e — A bold, functional shot with real intensity. Works straight or as the base for milk drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Brew\u003c\/strong\u003e — Low acidity and bold character make this exceptional cold-brewed. 1:8 ratio, steep 18–24 hours. Smooth, dark, and powerful over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold coffee drinkers\u003c\/strong\u003e who want maximum intensity with functional benefits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFocus and deep work\u003c\/strong\u003e — Lion's Mane supports sustained cognitive performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly, demanding mornings\u003c\/strong\u003e — bold roast plus adaptogens for a powerful start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitive stomachs\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark roast is naturally very low acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it taste like mushrooms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The mushroom extracts are tasteless in the cup. You get every functional benefit with zero earthy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare to the Medium Roast version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame functional mushroom benefits, different roast character. This one is bolder, more intense, and lower in acidity. The Medium Roast is smoother and more balanced. Choose based on how you like your coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good daily driver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's built for it. The adaptogens support consistent daily use and help your body respond to caffeine more smoothly over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much caffeine does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComparable to a standard dark roast cup. Contrary to popular belief, dark roast has slightly less caffeine by weight than light roast — but the bold character makes it feel stronger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coffee\"\u003eBrowse our full coffee lineup\u003c\/a\u003e — or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\"\u003eexplore everything we carry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Standard \/ 8oz","offer_id":44080865640484,"sku":"TVARCOFFEE WITH MUSHROOMS DARK ROAST-ST-NA-8OZ","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/4946\/0772\/files\/coffee-with-mushrooms-dark-roast-closer.png?v=1779134984","url":"https:\/\/milestonebrewedcoffee.com\/products\/coffee-with-mushrooms-dark-roast","provider":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}