Cannabis & Coffee: The Perfect Pairings

offee and cannabis have a relationship that is flawless and poetic. From the complicated, passionate processes that go into nurturing a good coffee bean or flower, to the way these cared for products affect all five senses, from taste and smell to body effects, there is so much more to this pairing than meets the
eye. As medical and recreational cannabis become more readily available across the United States and even internationally, connoisseurs are getting the option to choose their flavors of cannabis not only for their effects, but also for their diverse taste profiles. The newest and most delicious trend in the cannabis industry is consuming top-shelf flower with a fine cup of coffee. Here are some of our favorite duets for cannabis and coffee to keep you balanced, relaxed and moving forward every day of the week. Give in to the suggestions of this popular niche, and your mouth and body will absolutely thank you later.

Early Morning Energy Burst

Light Roast & Sativa

Light roasted coffee is light-brown in color, and its known for bearing intense
tastes of citrus fruits and toasted grains with a natural rawness that is
indicative of the coffee bean’s true profile. The short roasting time doesn’t
allow the oils to permeate the surface of the bean, resulting in a light
aromatic blend that’s full of complex flavor. To properly pick a flower with a
complimentary characteristics to this complex light roast coffee, we suggest
pungent, skunky and even musky strains, as they cut the acidity of the coffee
with a bold heaviness. Light roast also holds the highest amount of caffeine,
packing enough punch to start off your early morning with an energy burst that
will keep your eyelids forced open. If you’re looking to maintain this
heightened state of awareness and productivity, there is no better upbeat match
to light roast coffee than a 100 percent pure sativa strain. This is because
sativas are known for their euphoric, uplifting and cerebral effects. Followed
by a hot shower, you’re ready to tackle your day.

Late Morning Motivation / Early Afternoon Pick Me Up

Medium Roast & Sativa-Dominant

Medium roasted coffee is medium-brown in color, and its rich flavor doesn’t have the
burnt roast characteristic you sometimes run into with heavier blends. Although
slightly acidic, medium roast is free from the grainy, earthy tones that are
common with light roast. It is also easy to recognize the notes of the coffee
bean in a well executed medium roast coffee. Known as the breakfast or American
cup of coffee, most strains could pair with this balanced coffee blend, as you
are almost working with a blank slate for taste. You also get the best of both
worlds with caffeine in a medium roast, as it is mellower than the light roast
while still maintaining a jolt you might not get out of a dark roast. Medium
roast is able to motivate you without giving you the jitters. To match this
zen-like coffee induced state of mind, a sativa-dominant hybrid is exactly what
the doctor ordered. This type of strain delivers mindful motivation of a sativa
with a softening undertone created by the mellowing body effects of the indica.
This pairing will have you focusing in on important tasks with a grin from ear
to ear.

Late Afternoon / Early Evening Treat

Medium-Dark Roast & Indica-Dominant

Medium-dark roast coffee has a rich, dark color, and its known for a strong, overpowering roasted flavor with a bittersweet aftertaste. The notes you would taste in the medium drip are not present, and often the richness forces coffee drinkers to add cream and sugar to make the drink easier on the palate. We suggest you resist from adding any sweeteners, and instead choose the perfect treat of cannabis flower to balance this heavy hitter. The low acidity of this dark brew means that all your fruity, citrus strains are definitely fair game in
comparison to this bitter beast. You also will find great vibes between medium
roast and nugs with piney, minty or sweet vanilla and chocolate notes. An
indica-dominant will be sure to help you start winding down from a long day,
while providing the cerebral effects that will keep the party moving forward—as
if you’re cruising through dinner on autopilot.

Night Cap

Dark Roast & Indica

Dark roasted coffee beans are black and shiny in appearance, due to their oily
surface. You would describe this roast as having an overpowering characteristic
that’s bitter, smoky and even burnt. If you’re looking for a final sip of
something strong and unique, then this is a great place to start. These
overwhelming tastes can only be matched with a heavy, petrol flower that coats
your mouth and lingers throughout the night. Skunky, earthy and dank buds come
to mind, since you have to bring the big guns when competing with this thick
roast. With the lowest amount of caffeine, it is perfectly matched with a fine
indica at the end of a long day. We love a pure indica to cap off the night,
because its couch-lock effects ensure that not only are you going to loosen up,
but your body will almost disappear from under you because of the pure
relaxation you are going to feel. These effects are exactly what we need to
feel tucked in at night to where we can quickly fall into a deep, uninterrupted
sleep.

Get on-trend, and learn to appreciate the layers of tastes and various effects of
what you consume. After all, there is no right way to pair your coffee and
cannabis, but we hope this simple, helpful guide will point you in the right
direction when you’re looking to tackle your day, or turn-in for the night.