Coffee & Crusade

Coffee & Crusade

Coffee & Crusade

5 products

Whole bean coffee roasted for people who are up before the sun whether they wanted to be or not. Five blends from medium through extra dark, all 12oz, all $15.99. Same standard as everything else we put our name on — we just happen to also make body armor.

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Five roasts, one standard

Every blend here is whole bean and sold in 12oz bags. Whole bean rather than ground because coffee starts losing what makes it worth drinking the moment it is broken open — grinding at home is the single biggest upgrade most people can make.

The range runs from Warhorse at the medium end through Templar's Oath and Siege Engine Espresso, to Silence at extra dark. Holy Fire is our black and tan blend, and the one to start with if you are not sure.

Which roast is which

Roast level is a preference, not a quality ranking. Darker is not stronger — it is less acidic and more bitter, with more of the roast and less of the bean.

All blends are 12oz whole bean.
BlendRoastCharacter
WarhorseMediumBalanced and approachable, the everyday cup
Holy FireBlack and tan blendMedium and dark together, our most versatile
Templar's OathDarkFull-bodied, low acidity
Siege EngineDark espressoBuilt for espresso and moka pot
SilenceExtra darkThe heaviest roast we make

Questions

Coffee: frequently asked

Is the coffee whole bean or ground?

Whole bean, in 12oz bags. Grinding immediately before brewing makes a bigger difference to the cup than almost any other variable, which is why we sell it this way.

What does 'tactical coffee' actually mean?

Honestly? It means coffee from a company that also makes body armor. The beans are good because we buy good beans and roast them properly, not because of anything tactical. We would rather say that than pretend otherwise.

Which roast should I start with?

Warhorse if you like a balanced medium, Holy Fire if you want something that works for everyone in the house, Silence if you take it as dark as it comes. Templar's Oath is the middle of the dark end.

Do you offer a subscription?

Check the product page for the blend you want — subscription options appear there where available, along with the current terms.

See the full tactical FAQ

What buyers say about the coffee

5.0 from 4 reviews

Siege Engine Espresso | Dark Roast Whole Bean Tactical Coffee 12oz
Siege Engine Espresso | Dark Roast Whole Bean Tactical Coffee 12oz

Glenn S. Verified

I was surprised how good this coffee is. I like it black dark and oily and this pretty much nailed it. Even my ice coffee I make at home i like it as dark as one can before the sugar and milk. Thank you. Support your local VET it does go a long way.

Siege Engine Espresso | Dark Roast Whole Bean Tactical Coffee 12oz
Siege Engine Espresso | Dark Roast Whole Bean Tactical Coffee 12oz

Alexia Verified

It doesn't matter what type of coffee I make in the morning, these are some of the most delicious beans I've ever had.

Silence | Extra Dark Roast Blend Whole Bean Tactical Coffee 12oz
Silence | Extra Dark Roast Blend Whole Bean Tactical Coffee 12oz

Richard Verified

A really nice grind to enjoy in the morning