Mexican Chocolate

Mexican hot chocolate is one of the great comfort drinks of the world — rich chocolate, warm cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla, combined in a way that's both indulgent and deeply satisfying. Our Mexican Chocolate coffee captures that exact combination in a cup: specialty-grade Arabica beans naturally flavored with chocolate, cinnamon, and vanilla. Rich enough to satisfy a sweet craving. Smooth enough to be your everyday cup. A celebration in every sip.

Why We Made This

Traditional Mexican chocolate — used in hot chocolate and mole sauce — combines cacao with cinnamon, vanilla, and sometimes almonds. It's a more complex, spiced chocolate than the European style, and it produces a flavor combination that's immediately recognizable and deeply satisfying. We translated that combination into a coffee that honors the tradition. Natural chocolate, cinnamon, and vanilla flavoring applied to the beans while they're still warm from roasting — the warmth opens the bean's pores and locks in the aroma and flavor. The result is a coffee that smells like a Mexican chocolate shop and delivers on that promise in every cup.

Flavor Profile

• Rich chocolate — the dominant note, deep and satisfying
• Warm cinnamon — a spiced complexity that lifts the chocolate
• Smooth vanilla — a creamy undertone that ties everything together
• Natural sweetness — the three flavors combine for a cup that's sweet without added sugar
• Smooth, medium body — substantial but not heavy
• Warm, complex finish — all three flavors linger pleasantly

Ingredients

Specialty-grade medium roast Arabica coffee, natural chocolate flavoring, natural cinnamon flavoring, natural vanilla flavoring. No artificial flavoring. No added sugar. Roasted and flavored to order. Roasted fresh in Temecula, California — in most cases the same day it ships.

Yield: ~17–24 cups per 12oz bag. Larger sizes scale proportionally.

How to Brew

Drip or Pour Over (Recommended) — Full flavor clarity. All three notes come through clearly. 1:15 ratio, medium grind.

Mexican Mocha Latte — Brew strong and add steamed milk with a pinch of cayenne for an authentic kick. Natural sweetness means no syrup needed.

Cold Brew — Chocolate and cinnamon notes deepen beautifully during the long steep. Exceptional over ice. 1:8 ratio, steep 18–24 hours.

After-dinner coffee — The chocolate and cinnamon character pairs beautifully with dessert. The indulgent cup that replaces the sweet course.

Best For

• Chocolate and spice lovers who want both in one cup
• Mexican hot chocolate fans who want that flavor in their morning cup
• After-dinner coffee — the indulgent cup that replaces dessert
• Gifting — distinctive, memorable, and universally loved

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the flavoring natural?
Yes — natural chocolate, cinnamon, and vanilla flavoring only. No artificial flavoring, no synthetic aftertaste.

How does it compare to Mocha?
Mocha is pure dark chocolate — rich and clean. Mexican Chocolate adds cinnamon and vanilla, producing a more complex, spiced cup. If you love Mocha and want more complexity, Mexican Chocolate is the natural next step.

Do I need to add sugar?
No — the three natural flavors combine for a cup that's naturally sweet. Most people enjoy it without any added sugar, even black.

What roast level is this?
Medium. Calibrated to let all three flavor notes — chocolate, cinnamon, vanilla — shine equally without any one dominating.

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