Monocacy Coffee Co.

Monocacy Coffee Co. was founded in 2015 by Dan Taylor and Matt Hengeveld as a means to bring specialty-grade fresh roasted coffee to the Lehigh Valley and beyond. The company is committed to sourcing the very best coffees from responsible and skilled farmers, then roasting to pronounce the most desirable and flavorful aspects of each offering. The founders take a modern approach to coffee roasting, emphasizing lighter roasts that showcase flavors closer to what the grower intended. This technique results in cleaner chocolate notes, brighter hints of cherry, and far less bitterness than traditional dark roasts. Their philosophy requires quality sourced coffees and a sound understanding of Maillard reaction and caramelization complexities that occur during roasting. Monocacy Coffee Co. operates both as a wholesale supplier and through their retail location "Lit Coffee Roastery and Bakeshop" at 26 E 3rd St. in Bethlehem, PA. The company has built strong relationships with local businesses and has been trusted by numerous establishments including restaurants, cafes, and offices throughout the Lehigh Valley region. Matt and Dan pride themselves on equal parts science and artistry in their roasting process, focusing on sourcing and blending specialty grade coffees to achieve desirable and tasty espresso and coffee drinks. Their ultimate goal is bringing higher quality coffee to the Lehigh Valley community, combining their technical expertise with a passion for exceptional coffee experiences. The company offers both single-origin coffees and custom blends, working closely with wholesale partners to develop specialized products like their "Jumbars Java" custom blend. Their commitment to quality and community involvement has established them as a respected specialty coffee roaster in the region.