3. COGNITION BLEND

Bold Dark Roast, Medium Ground Organic Coffee

About the Bean: A blend of Nicaraguan arabica and AA grade Indian cherry robusta. The beans selected for this roast have a naturally higher caffeine content than others, giving you extra clarity and energy so that you can power through the day.

Tasting Notes: Bold and rich, creamy, nutty flavor with a hint of chocolaty sweetness that packs a punch with double the caffeine of your typical cup of coffee. This dark roast makes an excellent espresso

Preparation: Brew however you typically brew coffee. We suggest using 1-2 tbsp (1/3-1/2oz) ground coffee per 8oz water. Brew stronger if you prefer. All ingredients are safe to enjoy as many cups as you like** This coffee is ground medium. If you prefer to use a finer grind it can be ground in any coffee grinder system.

Supplement Information: All of our supplements come from accredited sources and are third party tested. All of our ingredients meet the "GRAS" guidelines set by the FDA, which deems them as safe for human consumption.**

 L-Theanine

L-theanine is an essential amino acid that is beneficial in many processes yet is not abundant in our diets. Primarily found in tea leaves, this known nootropic, or cognitive enhancer, safely bolsters the brain in several ways.  It increases alpha brain waves, which reduce anxiety and promote creativity and a calm mood. It is also associated with an elevation in levels of beneficial non-excitatory neurotransmitters, namely GABA, and other compounds, such as dopamine and seratonin, that facilitate smooth communication among brain cells. L-theanine also plays a role in immune regulation and aids in digestion.  

All of L-theanine effects are known to be enhanced in the presence of caffeine, which makes this combo a NO BRAINER and the base from which all of our blends are built from. The combination of caffeine and L-theanine produce a low-stress, sustained, super focus that allows you to achieve maximum productivity, without the jitters and crash that you might experience with coffee alone. 

We're not trying to bore you with a bunch of science, but since we're nerds, we'll provide you with links to published articles explaining the known effects of L-theanine on brain function (as well as many other physiological processes) and the synergistic effects when this amino acid is consumed with caffeine.

Here is a taste of what you will read, "caffeine and L-theanine are capable of modulating cerebral haemodynamics, cognitive performance, mood and autonomic measures."

Still don't believe us?

Check out our Ingredients Page  to learn more and to see peer reviewed reference articles.

Enjoy your reading over a cup of Smart Owl Coffee in one of our signature blends. 

DRINK SMART, THINK SMART!

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 

**It is suggested to consult your physician if you have any conditions that you are unsure may be contraindicated. For healthy adults, the FDA has cited four or five cups of coffee as an amount not generally associated with dangerous, negative effects.