Café de Olla has been part of Mexican culture long before it ever became a menu item.

Traditionally brewed in clay pots—ollas de barro—this coffee was made with piloncillo and cinnamon, creating something warm, bold, and comforting. It was the kind of coffee shared in the early mornings, on ranches, in family kitchens, during long days of work. Simple ingredients, but full of meaning.

That’s where our story begins.

At The Coffee’s Crib, we grew up around those same flavors. The smell of piloncillo melting, cinnamon steeping, coffee brewing strong—it wasn’t just coffee, it was part of everyday life. When we set out to build our menu, we knew Café de Olla had to be at the center of it.

But we didn’t want to just recreate it—we wanted to refine it.

We took that traditional foundation and crafted it into something that could live in every cup. Using real piloncillo, real cinnamon, and directly sourced ingredients, we built a syrup that keeps the depth and warmth of the original while bringing consistency and balance to modern drinks.

What came from that became more than we expected.

It became the drink people recognize us for.
The one first-timers try—and remember.
The one regulars come back for without hesitation.

Over time, Café de Olla became our top seller.
But more than that, it became our signature.

Because it carries something bigger than just flavor—it carries culture, memory, and a sense of home in every cup.

Water, Piloncillo, Cinnamon

Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (15 mL)
Servings per container: (depends on bottle size)

Nutrition Facts

• Calories 55

• Total Fat 0g (0%)

• Sodium 0mg (0%)

• Total Carbohydrate 14g (5%)

  • Total Sugars 14g

  • Includes 14g Added Sugars (28%)

• Protein 0g

Item descriptionIn Coffee (most popular)

• Add 1 tbsp (½ oz) to your latte or iced coffee

• Stir or shake well

• Adjust depending on how bold you want the flavor

Our Method (best flavor balance)

• Add syrup to your cup first

• Pull espresso over it

• Add milk (hot or iced)

• This brings out the caramel + cinnamon notes smoothly

Beyond Coffee

• Mix into:

  • Cold brew

  • Chai

  • Hot chocolate

• Same ratio: 1 tbsp per cup

On Food

• Drizzle over:

  • Pancakes

  • Waffles

  • Oatmeal

Pro Tip

• If you want stronger flavor without extra sweetness → use a double shot of espresso instead of more syrup

This item comes in a 8oz Glass Bottle. If you would like to order in bulk by the gallon. Please send us an inquiry under our Wholesale page.