Depth in Every Bite: Coffee Chipotle Chili with Xaymaca Boldness

Chili is comfort food—but when you stir in the smoky depth of Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee, it becomes something extraordinary. This Coffee Chipotle Chili is hearty, warming, and packed with layers of bold flavor. The combination of slow-simmered spices, spicy chipotle, and the rich complexity of Xaymaca Coffee creates a soul-satisfying dish with gourmet flair.

Why Add Coffee to Chili?

Coffee brings out the earthy, umami-rich qualities of chili, deepening the flavor without overpowering it. But not just any coffee will do. Xaymaca Coffee, brewed from 100% Jamaica Blue Mountain beans, offers smooth body, low acidity, and subtle chocolatey notes—making it the ideal base for savory applications. When combined with chipotle in adobo, cumin, and smoked paprika, it creates a chili that’s smoky, spicy, and unforgettable.

Recipe: Coffee Chipotle Chili with Xaymaca Fire

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 can kidney beans, drained
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup brewed Xaymaca Coffee
• 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional toppings:

• Shredded cheddar
• Sour cream or cashew cream
• Diced avocado
• Cilantro
• Lime wedges

Directions:

1. Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat a splash of oil and sauté chopped onion until soft. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
2. Brown the meat: Add ground beef or turkey and cook until fully browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
3. Add the depth: Stir in kidney beans, diced tomatoes, brewed Xaymaca Coffee, chipotle in adobo, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer to richness: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Serve and savor: Spoon into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings. Serve hot with tortilla chips, warm cornbread, or even over rice.

Smoky, Spicy, and Subtly Sweet

This Coffee Chipotle Chili is the ultimate cold-weather dish, perfect for game day, meal prep, or a cozy night in. The Xaymaca Coffee brings a luxurious, roasty undertone that melds beautifully with the spice of chipotle and the warmth of cumin. It’s comfort food—refined, reimagined, and undeniably satisfying.