Lock & Dam #11™ ground
Smooth body, creamy complexity
- A warm and smooth body with a creamy complexity
- Crisp roast character allows the natural taste characteristics to shine through
- Sustainably sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms
- Freshly roasted & packaged in Dubuque, Iowa
- Kosher Certified by the Orthodox Union
This ground coffee blend is roasted to a delicate light to medium (city roast) level to exhibit a warm and smooth body with a crisp roast character and a creamy complexity. We combine beans from several different Central American and South American coffee growing regions to craft a one-of-a-kind flavor and aromatics that cannot be duplicated in any one single coffee bean origin. This blend has a bold flavor while keeping more of the natural coffee characteristics intact. If you like a strong coffee flavor without any bitterness or lingering aftertaste, then this is the coffee you have been searching for!
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Like a master chef creating a signature dish, we craft blends that balance flavors, aromas, and body into something greater than the sum of its parts.
Unlike fleeting micro-lot coffees, our blends deliver a repeatable experience—consistent quality with the depth and complexity of multiple origins working together.
By combining beans from select regions, we create unique flavor profiles that no single coffee origin can achieve on its own.
We source premium beans, roast each to its peak, and blend them into coffees with balance, depth, and a smooth finish every time.
Like a master chef creating a signature dish, we craft blends that balance flavors, aromas, and body into something greater than the sum of its parts.
Unlike fleeting micro-lot coffees, our blends deliver a repeatable experience—consistent quality with the depth and complexity of multiple origins working together.
By combining beans from select regions, we create unique flavor profiles that no single coffee origin can achieve on its own.
We source premium beans, roast each to its peak, and blend them into coffees with balance, depth, and a smooth finish every time.
Are you tired of bitter, boring coffee?
The Coffee You are Seeking
Tastes the way it smells
Many people say they'd drink coffee if only it tasted as good as it smells. Our roasts deliver on that promise.
So flavorful, you won't need creamer
Packed with natural depth, our coffee stands strong on its own, without any added creamer, sugar or flavor syrups.
No bitter aftertaste
Say goodbye to harsh, acidic brews. Our coffee is balanced and low-acid for a silky, satisfying cup.
Many people say they'd drink coffee if only it tasted as good as it smells. Our roasts deliver on that promise.
Packed with natural depth, our coffee stands strong on its own, without any added creamer, sugar or flavor syrups.
Say goodbye to harsh, acidic brews. Our coffee is balanced and low-acid for a silky, satisfying cup.
We source only high-quality, sustainably grown coffee because if you start with a bad bean, you'll never get a good cup. Bean quality is the foundation of every roast we create.
Each batch is roasted to a specific level to highlight its unique character and derive the best possible flavor and aroma. Our lightest roasts are never too light, acidic or sour tasting, while our darkest roasts are never too burnt, smoky or bitter tasting.
From the moment the beans leave the roaster, the clock is ticking. We package and distribute them immediately to lock in peak flavor and aroma, ensuring your coffee arrives as fresh as the day it was roasted.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
We source our coffee responsibly by buying from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms that meet rigorous standards for sustainability.
The Rainforest Alliance Impact
The Rainforest Alliance is an international nonprofit organization that works to conserve biodiversity and promote the rights and well-being of workers, their families and communities.
Here's the truth: you shouldn't have to settle. Not in coffee, not in life.
A cup that's smooth, rich, full of depth and character - that makes you excited to wake up again.
Imagine going to bed, actually looking forward to the next morning because something special is waiting for you.
A reminder that coffee should be more than just a habit. That feeling you miss? It's not gone forever. You just haven't met the right coffee yet.
Here's the truth: you shouldn't have to settle. Not in coffee, not in life.
A cup that's smooth, rich, full of depth and character - that makes you excited to wake up again.
Imagine going to bed, actually looking forward to the next morning because something special is waiting for you.
A reminder that coffee should be more than just a habit. That feeling you miss? It's not gone forever. You just haven't met the right coffee yet.
Lock & Dam #11™
Born in Dubuque, Iowa
Located on the Mississippi River in Dubuque, Lock & Dam 11 was constructed between 1934 and 1937, and is located at River Mile 583.0 on the Upper Mississippi River between Dubuque, Iowa and rural Grant County, Wisconsin. Originally planned to be located above Specht's Ferry, Iowa, in 1933 the project was moved to Dubuque due to the high unemployment at the time. Employing as many as 901 people at one time, the lock and dam were constructed at a cost of $7,430,000, a sizeable sum for the 1930s.
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A tribute to nostalgia and good times past
Verena Street® Story
Verena Street® Coffee is named after the neighborhood where we grew up in the Mississippi River valleys of Dubuque, Iowa. The original Verena Street was removed years ago for highway expansion but now lives on as the namesake of our craft roasted coffee. Although we can no longer walk down Verena Street, it is a place we can once again call home.
FAQs
What makes Verena Street’s coffee different from other specialty coffee brands?
Verena Street® coffee is roasted in small batches for maximum freshness and smooth, balanced flavor. We focus on approachable blends and flavored coffees that deliver specialty quality at an everyday price, with certifications like Rainforest Alliance and Swiss Water® Process decaf for sustainability and purity.
What roast level is Lock & Dam #11™, and what does it taste like?
It’s a smooth light-medium roast with balanced body and flavor, ideal for everyday drinking.
How much caffeine does Lock & Dam #11™ have compared to other roasts?
Lighter roasts like this generally have a similar caffeine content to medium or dark roasts. By volume (tablespoons), lighter roasts can be slightly higher, while by weight, caffeine levels are nearly identical. You can expect a typical caffeine kick suitable for a morning cup.
Is Lock & Dam #11™ suitable for cold brew?
Yes — its smooth, light-medium body works well for refreshing cold brew.
What’s the difference between a blend and a single-origin coffee?
Our coffee blends mix beans from different regions, aiming for balance and flavor complexity with a high level of consistency from batch to batch. Single-origin lets the unique profile of one region shine and is roasted to a level that best complements the characteristics of the specific bean.
How do you store ground coffee or beans to maintain flavor?
Both whole beans and ground coffee stay freshest when kept in an airtight, opaque container in a cool, dry place. Protecting coffee from air, light, and moisture prevents it from going stale too quickly.
