About a month ago, a box containing four 12-ounce bags of Ugly Mug Coffee appeared in my mailbox. I had never heard of this unpretentious coffee roaster (out of Memphis, TN) before they emailed asking if I'd like to taste their beans. However, being the coffee
Four weeks later, I'm a bit mournful, as I'm coming to the end of my Ugly Mug stash. This has been uniformly delicious coffee. I got to try four of their blends, Good Vibes, First Cup, Hardy Passion and Saving Grace. Each have been full-flavored and interesting, with great brewing aroma. The clever names and appealing packaging (we all hate to admit it, but it does make a difference) add to the experience.
In addition to producing really tasty coffee, Ugly Mug also has a commitment to roasting fair trade beans. They are in the process of setting up economic assistance programs for coffee growers that will give Ugly Mug the ability to more directly support the farmers.
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3-04-2008 @ 4:13PM
Autumn said...
And if you're ever in Memphis, make sure to visit their great coffee shop with its collection of mismatched mugs! When I was in college, the Mug was one of THE places to hang out and get some studying done. I miss it!
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