USDA Organic
Fairtrade International
Mold Free
Aflatoxin Free
Whole30 Approved
What is Challenger Coffee | Dark Roast
BUBS Brew, The Challenger - Single Origin. It's carefully roasted using only the best Fair Trade Organic green coffee beans from Mexico's Chiapas region. Mexican coffee beans are known for their unique flavors and are a popular specialty coffee. We love these beans for their robust flavor, ideal growing conditions, and traceability. They are roasted in Southern California, ensuring the time and temperature are right. This brings out the best in the Mexican coffee and pays homage BUBS’ connection to the region. Enjoy!
Discover Your Roast - Challenger
BUBS CHALLENGER ROAST
After BUB got out of the Navy, he deployed worldwide to serve his country. His most challenging deployment was in Mexico, where telling the bad guys from the good guys kept his head on a swivel. The Challenger - Single Origin is a tribute to that moment in time. A specialty coffee sourced from select growers in Mexico.
FLAVOR
Full body with distinct notes of Red Cherry, Citrus, Hazelnut and Dark Chocolate
Roast Scale
Light
Medium
Medium-Dark
Dark
How to brew great coffee
1
Water Temp
Heat water between 195°F and 205°F
2
Coarse Grind
French Press // Flat Filter // Cold Brew. 1Tbs (5g) of coffee per 4 fluid oz (120mL) water.
3
Fine Grind
For Cone Filter (pour over) // Espresso. 2Tbs (10g) of coffee per 6 fluid oz (180mL) water.
4
Enjoy
You’re ready for prime time.
Single-Origin Fair Trade Organic coffee beans from the Mexico Chiapas region
This is where BUB served his most challenging deployment after the Navy. During his time in Mexico, he had to stay alert to tell the bad guys from the good guys. The Challenger Blend is a tribute to this mission. It is a unique single-origin roast from select growers in Chiapas, Mexico.
BUBS Naturals, a way of life. We believe wellness is driven from the inside out. Through the spirit of Glen and a passion for nature’s highest quality and sustainably sourced ingredients, we help fuel people to reach their maximum human potential while giving 10% back to charity. Our mission is simple. FEEL GREAT. DO GOOD.
The BUBS Naturals namesake derives from Glen ‘BUB’ Doherty, who was heroically killed in Benghazi, Libya in 2012. In addition to remembering Glen for the patriot he was, the BUBS ethos centers around the passionate and adventure seeking life that Glen lived.
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FAQ about Bubs Brew
We partner with a local roasting facility near BUBS Headquarters in Southern California.
Fair Trade and Organic Certified Farms in Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
All BUBS Brew coffee beans are USDA certified organic.
All BUBS Brew beans are certified with the International Fair trade Certification Mark.
Yes, all BUBS Brew beans are certified as mold-free by Analytical Resource Laboratories, LLC.
We do not add any flavorings to our coffee beans. Each growing region has particular flavor notes that are driven by the climate and soil as well as farming practices. Flavor notes are specific descriptors for each roast that our coffee team accentuates through the roast process.
Always use filtered/purified water. Store beans in this resealable bag in a cool and dry location. Grind beans for your preferred brewing method. Below is a guideline for the coffee to water ratio. If you like you coffee stronger or weaker try adding or subtracting Tbs. COARSE GRIND for French Press // Flat Filter // Cold Brew. 1Tbs (5g) of coffee per 4 fluid oz (120mL) water. FINE GRIND ESPRESSO for Cone Filter (pour over) // Espresso. 2Tbs (10g) of coffee per 6 fluid oz (180mL) water.
Tablespoon and measuring cup for the grind-to- water ratios, but we recommend using a digital kitchen scale to measure the ratios in grams. One gram is equal to 1mL.
For optimal freshness, we suggest storing our coffee at room temperature in an airtight container or the original BUBS Brew coffee bags, which are designed with one-way degassing valves and zipper seals to lock in freshness.
The sooner you consume the coffee to roast date, the better for peak freshness. We recommend the coffee be consumed within three months of the roast date.