Merlin’s Tale:

I was in my fourth year of vet school when Merlin came in — a fragile German Shepherd pup, all ribs and trembling eyes, carried by two Philly cops who didn’t know what to do with him. He was going to be a police dog.

They said he was vomiting. He wasn’t. He was regurgitating.

Megaesophagus, they told me,his throat too weak to carry food to his stomach. He couldn’t eat, couldn’t live the way a puppy should.

They were going to put him down.

I was exhausted, buried in work, barely keeping myself together. I didn’t need another responsibility.

But then he looked at me- scared, trusting, waiting-and something inside me said yes before I could think.

So I took him home.

Merlin lost his battle with cancer at age 12 in 2025.

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 Merlin’s Cup — Our Story

Mornings are special — they’re the quiet moments before the world stirs, when the smell of coffee fills the kitchen and a furry friend curls up by your side. Merlin’s Cup was born from those moments — the ones that remind us that happiness doesn’t have to be loud or rushed.

Named after a beloved four-legged companion who never missed a sunrise, Merlin’s Cup is about more than coffee. It’s about connection — the warmth of a fresh brew, the comfort of soft fur against your feet, and the calm that comes from starting your day with love.

Every batch we roast is crafted with care, so you can slow down, savor the aroma, and take a deep breath before the day begins. Because at Merlin’s Cup, we believe the best mornings start with a cozy cup, a loyal friend, and a little peace.

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Herbal Elegance & Floral Blends

Soothing blends for quiet moments and mindful sips.

Merlin’s Cup is roasted and shipped fresh from the USA (Chicago or California). Temecula Coffee Roasters in California sources beans from premium regions including Papua New Guinea, Honduras, Peru, Ethiopia, Nicaragua, Mexico, Brazil, Tanzania, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Colombia.

Each order is individually roasted fresh after you place your order. The roaster doesn't keep pre-roasted inventory - they roast specifically for each order and ship to you within 2-3 business days.

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