February 2026 - Gourmet Coffee
If winter calls for slower mornings (and better coffee), this box answers. February’s Gourmet Coffee Box features two roasters we love—one bright, nostalgic, and fruit-forward… the other bold, rich, and espresso-ready. Whether you’re a drip loyalist or a latte-maker, you’re covered.
Coffee Fun Fact
Starbucks is the world’s largest coffee company, with 30,000+ stores across 75+ countries. Founded in 1971 in Seattle, it has the most locations in the U.S., with China as its second-largest market.
Mom ’n Em – “Wake It Up, Shake It Up”
One of our favorite daily-drinkers: approachable, fun, and packed with stone fruit, brown sugar, and cacao. This is their house drip blend—a delicious pairing of washed Yirgacheffe and washed Guatemalan coffees.
Why it’s special
- Bright-meets-cozy flavor profile (fruit + sweetness + cacao)
- Built for everyday brewing: drip, pour-over, or batch brew
- A blend with heart (and a very real mom behind it)
The story
In 2015, brothers Tony and Austin Ferrari created Mom ’n Em as a tribute to their mother, Theresa. The original plan? An airstream coffee bar—until city restrictions pushed them into a new plan: a quirky old house on the corner of Colerain and Bates in Camp Washington. The name comes from a family saying inspired by radio station 700 WLW: “How’s your mom ’n ’em doing?” Today, Mom ’n Em roasts in-house and has two Cincinnati locations—known for great coffee, pastries, breakfast, and a community feel.
Press House Coffee – “Green Dragon” (Medium-Dark Roast Espresso Blend)
Their signature espresso blend—the backbone of every espresso-based drink in their cafés. It’s rich, full-bodied, and built to shine in milk while still tasting incredible as straight espresso.
Tasting notes
- Toffee
- Dark chocolate
- Subtle fruity undertones (for balance + complexity)
Why it’s special
- Dialed-in for espresso and versatile enough for any brew method
- Bold without being harsh
- Seasonally adjusted to reflect new harvests while staying true to their café-style profile
How to Enjoy This Box
A few easy ways to make the most of both coffees:
- Morning drip / pour-over: Start with Wake It Up, Shake It Up for a brighter cup with cozy sweetness.
- Lattes + cappuccinos: Use Green Dragon for that classic, chocolatey espresso base that plays perfectly with milk.
- Weekend treat: Pull espresso, add a pinch of cinnamon or cocoa dusting, and call it your “home café special.”
- Gift move: Pair this box with a simple mug + handwritten note for an instant “thinking of you” moment.
Why We Love This Month’s Box
This month is all about warm rituals and small upgrades. You get two different (but complementary) coffee personalities—one that feels like your favorite neighborhood café, and one that brings the espresso bar home.
And it’s incredibly giftable: these aren’t just products… they’re experiences. A perfect pick for the coffee lover in your life, a host gift, or anyone who appreciates gourmet gifts, a specialty subscription box, and a feel-good artisan food gift with a story.
👉 Ready to taste what’s inside?
Explore our Gourmet Coffee Box and bring café-level coffee to your kitchen.