Laird PERFORM Peru Dark Roast Mushroom Coffee
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Laird PERFORM Peru Dark Roast Mushroom Coffee: Profile and Preparation Guide
Laird PERFORM Dark Roast pairs ground coffee from high-altitude Peru with chaga, lion’s mane, maitake and cordyceps. Its listed direction is rich, robust dark-roast character. This is the darker roast option in the PERFORM range, available in one, four or six 12-ounce bags.
Verified Coffee Profile
| Roast or format | dark |
|---|---|
| Origin | High-altitude Peru |
| Producer | Laird Superfood |
| Process | Ground coffee blended with chaga, lion’s mane, maitake, and cordyceps |
| Available formats | One, four, or six 12 oz bags |
Flavor, Roast Development, and Freshness
Keep the coffee tightly closed between brews, away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. Measure the portions consistently so you can compare results from one preparation to the next.
Brewing and Dialing In
Brew the ground coffee near a 1:16 ratio at 198–202°F unless the package gives a more specific recipe. Stir the dry product gently before measuring so added ingredients remain evenly distributed. Review the current facts panel for serving information.
Taste after the coffee cools slightly. Under-extraction often appears as sharp acidity, weak sweetness, or a short finish; over-extraction can become bitter or drying. Weigh dose and beverage yield, keep the brew ratio stable, and change one variable at a time.
Choosing the Right Format
This listing is supplied ground. Match it to a brewer that suits the stated grind; changing the coffee dose, water quantity or contact time is more practical than trying to regrind it. Compare the available quantities before choosing a package.
Frequently Asked Questions
What roast or format is it?
dark. When the supplier does not publish a formal roast level, this page says so.
Where is it from?
High-altitude Peru.
How was it processed?
Ground coffee blended with chaga, lion’s mane, maitake, and cordyceps. No additional processing claims are inferred.
How should I prepare it?
Use the method above as a starting point and follow the package directions when they are more specific.
How should I store it?
Keep the unopened product cool and dry. After opening, reseal it promptly and protect it from heat, light, moisture, and strong odors.
Consistency and Evaluation
Fresh coffee releases carbon dioxide, so a short degassing rest can improve extraction consistency, especially for espresso. Use filtered water with suitable mineral content, weigh coffee and water, and record dose, grind, temperature, contact time, drawdown, and final beverage yield before changing the recipe.
Water, Equipment, and Service
Rinse paper filters, preheat the brewer, and remove old oils from grinders, baskets, servers, and carafes. Compare the first hot sip with the cooler cup because heat can hide sweetness and aromatics. Note fragrance, flavor, acidity, body, aftertaste, and balance so later grinder adjustments are based on evidence rather than guesswork.
Package Size and Use Rate
Larger bags suit high-volume households and offices, while smaller packages help occasional drinkers preserve aromatics. Divide bulk coffee into sealed portions and open one at a time. Use the roast date and your normal consumption rate to choose a practical size rather than buying more coffee than can remain fresh.
Practical Recipe Refinement
Start with the recipe above, taste, and make one measured adjustment. A finer grind or longer contact generally raises extraction, while a coarser grind or shorter contact lowers it. Preserve the stated dose and water temperature while testing so differences in sweetness, body, clarity, acidity, and finish can be traced to the variable changed. Repeat the winning recipe before changing it again, since pouring technique, agitation, and grinder retention can create normal variation between brews.
Green Coffee and Roasted Coffee does not qualify for free shipping. Shipping costs are set by our roaster partners. Coffee orders are shipped directly from the roaster partner.
