I am Michael Klemmer, a 20-year Army logistics officer turned coffee roaster, and Cavalry is the dark roast you keep around. Not the loudest, not a gimmick, just a clean dark cup that earns repeat orders. I blended it to land that dark-chocolate note without going bitter, which is harder than a single-origin dark and the reason it is a blend. I pulled all 61 verified reviews and let them speak.
What Does Cavalry Dark Roast Taste Like?
Cavalry tastes like a classic dark roast with a smooth body and a hint of dark chocolate. Reviewers describe it as bold and rich without being overly smoky, the kind of straightforward dark cup you drink every morning.
“My new favorite coffee. I am no aficionado, so me describing it would not do it justice. I originally bought (3) 12 oz packs of different darks. I liked them all but Cavalry just hit right so I ordered the 5lb bag. The aroma when I grind lingers and is better than any candle.” — Fred Brannan, Verified Buyer
“Good afternoon Mike, Your coffee has been truly a rock in my daily routine. “Cavalry” was made for a hard charger and busy parent. I enjoy the dark roast blends with that fresh hint of chocolate. As a now NG guy, with a plethora of commitments, I tip my hat to you.” — Nathan Anderson, Verified Buyer
Is Cavalry a Good Everyday Dark Roast?
Yes. Cavalry is built as a daily dark roast for people who want strength without fuss. It is the roast reviewers settle on after sampling several darks, then reorder in the big bag.
“I've been a die hard BRCC drinker since 2016. Beyond black, murdered out, and black beards revenge have always been my goto. I stopped by the shop in Charlottesville yesterday, had a great conversation with Mike and his wife about the type of coffee I like. They made a couple recommendations and a few minutes later I was leaving with 15w40 and calvary.” — Malcolm sacre, Verified Buyer
Who Should Skip Cavalry?
If you want the darkest, most intense roast on the shelf, you may want 15W40 or Spectre instead. Cavalry is a balanced dark blend, and a couple of reviewers expected an even richer, heavier dark roast than they got.
“It really didn't have the dark roast rich flavor I expected.” — STEVEN GREGORY, Verified Buyer (3 stars)
“This is a great blend but not what I personally like.” — Slice, Verified Buyer (3 stars)
Cavalry vs. the Other Dark Roasts
Cavalry is the easygoing dark roast. Here is how it compares if you are choosing among the darks.
| Coffee | Roast | Strength | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cavalry | Dark Blend | Smooth, chocolatey | Classic everyday dark roast |
| 15W40 | Dark Italian | Bold, intense | Maximum dark roast strength |
| Spectre | Dark Espresso | Bold, focused | Espresso pulls and deep focus |
| Fire Watch | Colombian Medium | Balanced, smooth | All-day drinking, lower intensity |
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Shop Cavalry →Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cavalry a strong dark roast?
Cavalry is a solid, balanced dark roast with a chocolate note rather than an extreme, smoky one. If you want the heaviest, most intense cup, 15W40 Dark Italian or Spectre Dark Espresso go darker. Cavalry is the easygoing daily dark roast.
Does Cavalry taste like chocolate?
Many reviewers pick up a dark chocolate note in Cavalry, and one compared it to a smooth aged bourbon. It is smooth and rich rather than sharp or sour, which makes it work black or with creamer.
How does Cavalry compare to Black Rifle Coffee?
Several longtime Black Rifle drinkers switched to Cavalry and reported preferring it. Aerial Resupply is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business, a certification Black Rifle no longer qualifies for at its public-company scale.
What rating does Cavalry have?
As of June 2026, Cavalry Dark Roast Blend has 61 verified purchase reviews across all formats with an average of 4.69 out of 5 stars. Most are five-star reviews, with a couple noting they wanted an even richer dark roast.
Is Aerial Resupply Coffee veteran-owned?
Yes. Aerial Resupply Coffee is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business founded by Michael Klemmer, a 20-year U.S. Army logistics officer, and roasted in Charlottesville, Virginia. One dollar from every subscription order goes to Service Dogs of Virginia.
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