Mesco
Notes of Cherry, Chocolate, and Rich
Originally created under the watch of Michael Edward Swing, Mesco is the signature M.E. Swing Co. coffee. This unique blend of Latin American and African coffees was patented in 1918 as “the coffee that improves in quality as it cools in the cup.” Still our most popular coffee, Mesco has the pronounced creaminess of milk chocolate, and a smooth mellow flavor that is perfect for any occasion. As this brew cools in the cup, its rich and sweet qualities deepen for a last sip that is just as satisfying as the first.
Rich, chocolate body, with light notes of cherry.
Brazil
Legender Especial is a blend from the micro-regions of Machado, Poço Fundo, and Campestre in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Unlike Brazil’s large estates, this coffee comes from small family farms, or sítios. Purchased directly from quality-focused growers, the coffee is hand-picked—rare in Brazil—and made only from ripe red cherries, delivering a fuller, more developed expression of Brazilian flavor.
Process:
Natural
Elevation:
1100-1250 masl
Region:
Minas Gerais
Guatemala
This regional lot comes from Nuevo Oriente, an emerging coffee region in far eastern Guatemala near Honduras and El Salvador. Coffee has been grown here since the 1950s, in fertile volcanic soils at 1,200–1,600 meters. Cloudy, rainy conditions slow cherry maturation, building complexity. Coffee is dried on patios or in traditional guardiolas and sourced from small, multigenerational family farms with their own wet mills.
Process:
Washed
Elevation:
1200-1600 masl
Region:
Nuevo Oriente, Santa Rosa
Ethiopia
Ardi coffee is carefully sourced by certified Q Graders and made using only ripe cherries processed naturally. Cherries are dried on raised beds and gently turned for three weeks, allowing sugars to transfer to the seed. This labor-intensive process comes from small family farms earning quality premiums and produces a bright, fruit-forward cup with sweet berry and stone fruit notes.
Process:
Natural
Elevation:
1850-2050 masl
Region:
Guji
Learn how to brew Mesco
Discover how to perfect your cup of Mesco at home. From grind size to brew time, we’ll walk you through the simple steps that highlight its signature notes and balance.
Frequently asked questions
All of our coffee is roasted in small batches at our roastery in Washington, D.C., where we’ve been perfecting our craft since 1916.
Keep your coffee sealed airtight in a cool, dry place — away from light, heat, and moisture. No need to refrigerate.
Yes. We work directly with trusted importers and producers who prioritize sustainability, fair compensation, and quality farming practices.
Coffee is best enjoyed within 3–4 weeks of roasting. After opening, consume within two weeks for optimal flavor.
Yes! You can subscribe to any of our coffees to receive regular deliveries at your preferred frequency — and save with each shipment.
Each product page lists the roast level (light, medium, or dark). Our tasting notes also describe the flavor profile so you can choose your perfect cup.
Absolutely — most of our blends and single origins work beautifully as espresso. For best results, select “espresso grind” or grind fresh just before brewing.
