Dear Beautiful Community,
December always arrives with a little sparkle. The lights come out, the mornings feel cozier, and suddenly every moment seems to soften around the edges. In the cafés, this is the time of year when we start wondering how we can bottle that feeling, that sense of wonder, warmth, and giving, into something you can hold in your hands.
That is where the Winter Tux Mocha Latte began.
Behind the scenes, our team spent early mornings gathered around the bar, tasting and imagining. We wanted a drink that felt like winter without being predictable, something that carried both richness and brightness. We played with deep mocha notes, hints of almond, and a snowy crown of peppermint. And then someone sprinkled crushed candy cane on top, and everything clicked into place. It felt festive, but also thoughtful. Familiar, but with its own quiet elegance.
But the heart of this drink did not come from the flavors alone.
December is also a month of reflection for us, a moment to think about who in our community could use a little more support, a little more light. And that led us to our Sip With Purpose partner for this season, Opportunity Village.
Opportunity Village is one of those organizations that reminds you what real community looks like. They serve people in Southern Nevada with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build skills, find belonging, and create meaningful, joy-filled lives. Their work is a celebration of ability, creativity, connection, and dignity.
As we crafted the Winter Tux Mocha Latte, we found ourselves thinking about their mission. About how warmth and support can shape a person’s path. About how empowerment often begins with small, steady acts of care. That is the spirit we wanted to pour into every cup this month.
So when you sip this drink, you are tasting more than peppermint and mocha. You are tasting intention. Collaboration. Community. A moment created with both joy and purpose.
December is a season of giving, but it is also a season of seeing: seeing the people around us, seeing where we can help, seeing how even the smallest comforts can create connection.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us. For showing up, for caring, and for believing that coffee can be more than a drink. It can be a way to lift each other a little higher.
With holiday love,
Mother Roast