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Cloister Reserve Blend

Sale price$21.95
Grind: Ground
Gold Medal · Global Coffee Awards 2026 94 Points · Coffee Review 2026 All 5 awards & judges’ notes
Gold Medal · Global Coffee Awards 2026

Espresso, Experimental Blend

“A well balanced profile of nuts and fruit defined this blend, with raisin and roasted chestnut adding warmth and depth. The judges enjoyed the coffee's pleasant, well rounded character throughout. A solid and enjoyable espresso with real depth.” — GCA judging panel

94 Points · Coffee Review 2026

As espresso, reviewed September 2026

“Evaluated as espresso. Deep-toned, balanced and dessert-like. Black cherry, dark chocolate, roasted hazelnut, caramel and clove in aroma and small cup. Full, creamy mouthfeel; substantial, sweet-toned finish with notes of dark chocolate, roasted hazelnut and clove. In cappuccino format, caramel and chocolate expand around the fruit, while hazelnut carries into the finish.” — Kenneth Davids, Coffee Review, September 2026 Full review

94 Points · Coffee Review 2026

As filter coffee, reviewed August 2026

“Deeply sweet, rounded and richly composed. Black cherry, milk chocolate, roasted hazelnut, tangerine zest and magnolia in aroma and cup. Gently bright acidity; full, velvety-smooth mouthfeel. The finish is long and enveloping, carrying milk chocolate, black cherry and roasted hazelnut notes.” — Kenneth Davids, Coffee Review, August 2026 Full review

Bronze Medal · Global Coffee Awards 2026

Flat White (plant-based), Experimental

Bronze Medal · Golden Bean 2026

Automatic Espresso, Golden Bean The Americas


Roast Level

Light RoastDark Roast

Tasting Notes

Candied Citrus

Candied Citrus

Berry

Berry

Chocolate Hazelnut

Chocolate Hazelnut

Our most exclusive offering to date, the unflavored Cloister Reserve Blend is composed of strictly limited lots from the world's finest coffee regions and will lead your tastebuds on a journey of unparalleled nuance and complexity.

It begins with two special Brazilian coffees from the famed Cerrado Mineiro region, a blend of pulped natural and natural beans, which provides a remarkable chocolate hazelnut undertone.

Next, brilliant jammy, berry and citrus tones come forward from our Ethiopian "Super" natural Yirgacheffe, whose fresh cherries are sealed into drums for several days, causing a natural fermentation that drives the sugars and fruity flavors deep into the bean. Roasted delicately and deftly, it explodes into profound stone fruit and floral tones. If you didn't know this coffee was unflavored, you might be tempted to think someone had added a little fruit essence to the brew.

High-altitude Guatemalan and Colombian beans from rich volcanic soil bridge and balance the Brazilian and Ethiopian coffees, finishing the blend with a rounded red apple acidity and a hint of orange blossom.

The Cloister Reserve sparkles as a pour-over or filter coffee, and deepens and intensifies as a shot of espresso. It is best enjoyed black, though it has sufficient definition to pair well with milk.

Our Cloister Reserve Blend also received an outstanding 94 point review—our highest ever for a blend!—from coffee expert Kenneth Davids! Here is what he said: 

Deeply sweet, rounded and richly composed. Black cherry, milk chocolate, roasted hazelnut, tangerine zest and magnolia in aroma and cup. Gently bright acidity; full, velvety-smooth mouthfeel. The finish is long and enveloping, carrying milk chocolate, black cherry and roasted hazelnut notes.  Kenneth Davids, Coffee Review, August 2026), at www.coffeereview.com.

 

12 ounces.


Cloister Reserve Blend 12oz coffee - Gold Medal, Global Coffee Awards US & Canada 2026, 94 points Coffee Review
Cloister Reserve BlendGround Sale price$21.95
  • 5 stars: 41 (91%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 2 (4%)
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Jeongmin K.
A Subtle and Lovely Taste

This is my first time trying this blend, and I really enjoy its subtle charm. It doesn't have a strong or bold flavor. Instead, it has a gentle, sweet, smooth, and clean taste.
Knowing that it is made by monks makes every cup even more special. I enjoy not only the coffee itself but also the care and dedication behind it.
A lovely coffee to enjoy slowly and quietly.

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Odin S.
Rich and not bitter

A great cup of coffee.

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Janet A.
Cloister Reserve

Excellent, rich smooth flavor. Definitely serve it with guests. Better than any coffee from outside vendor.

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Mandie C.

Fantastic taste. Full bodied. Yummy!

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Paul Z.
Cloister Reserve

I happen to drink most coffee black. This is one of the smoothest cups of coffee I have ever tasted.

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Megan W.
Refreshing

To me: this blend is refreshing. It’s a lighter coffee with an earthy but bright taste. Not bitter.

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Christopher C.
Cloister Reserve Blend...Wow!

Amazing! Simply Amazing! So much flavorful complexity in a cup.
We are so glad to have had an opportunity to share this experience of such a unique coffee! Thank you and God bless you Mystic Monk!

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William T.
Wonderful Flavor

Excellent mello flavor, smooth, and just right every morning!

Plan to order it again

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Dennis
Cloister blend

I’m not a flavored coffee drinker, it’s perfect! am enjoying it

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Anonymous
Good!

Nice soft taste. (I like stronger coffee though.)

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Peter M.
Lovely, smooth, light

Very happy with my two bags of this roast. I went through them very quickly, brewing two pots a day! I'm happy to support the Carmelite cause.

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Thomas M.
Morning Cup

Nice level roast with good body. Tasty!

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Mark M.
Pleasant but ....

To my taste buds, I taste a funky floral with a bit of roasted chocolate follow through rather than a citrus, fruity flavor profile.

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Dan
Wonderful

Wonderful tasting and prayed over coffee. I
would highly recommend buying this coffee.

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Bonnie O.
Not for me

I didn’t realize that this was a light roast. I made the first pot with great anticipation, but was very disappointed. If you like a light roast, you will probably like this.

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Bill M.
Cloister Reserve Blend

As I’ve found with the coffees I have sampled from Mystic Monk, Cloister Reserve Blend is another hit… you can’t go wrong!

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Pam R.
Awesome surprise!

Very delightful delicious blend! I’m enjoying this coffee so much!

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Brandon G.

Made a great cup of espresso!

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Renata

Wonderful, great tasting coffee. I will not drink anything else.

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Norm R.
A Top Shelf blend for sure

Smooth and flavorful! I'm a huge fan of the Paradiso, It is a staple on my Monthly subscription. This one is a step above that one if that is possible. This is a Win Win... my coffee money is going to an incredible Apostolate and the Coffee is superior!

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Peter M.
Rich and Satisfying

Great coffee especially for a morning wake up and also good after a good meal with desert.

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Mama B.
Sublimely smooth; deliciously well balanced

Very easy to savor this coffee -- please keep it coming!

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Carolyn G.
Great all around coffee

This would be a great everyday roast. It is smooth and well rounded. A very delightful cup.

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John M.
Wonderful Coffee

My wife and I were very impressed with this coffee. We tried it as an after dinner coffee and the strength and smoothness were exactly the way we like our coffee. There is a subtle aftertaste to the coffee which we liked quite a bit.
Highly recommend the coffee

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sean c.
Excellent

Great blend, smooth taste

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sean c.
Excellent

Great blend, smooth taste

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Mr &.M.i.O.
Drinking in Ohio

For years we've had a subscription to another coffee label. We decided to try another mindful coffee and found you! We were/are pleasantly surprised and will be ordering more!
Cloisture Reserve was delicious, full bodied with no bitterness (must be the cloistured way of life!) I am very sensitive to acidic blends ... and this one was absolutely blissful.

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Claudio R.
Cloister Reserve Blend

Very balanced blend. It is great for cappuccino or latte, also for express or americano without being too strong.

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Sara W.
Sophisticated

A well-balanced and very drinkable coffee blend. I'll be sorry when it goes out of stock!

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John M.
A new favorite…,

Great blend, very smooth but intense. Hats off to the roasters!

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Joe M.
Great Coffee blend

Just had my first cup today. It was an excellent blend of various flavors and had a very smooth finish. I would recommend it to anyone wanting a good coffee to have with breakfast or anytime.

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Michelle B.
Delicious!

This blend is worth the price! Rich , medium bodied without being bitter! Smooth finish!

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Catherine M.

Excellent as all your coffees and teas.I brew some Cloister Reserve later tonight when I listen to mass from The Abbey du Barroux, between 12:30am 1:00am

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