It is well documented that the naturally occurring amino acid, , increases cognitive performance, mood, and attention. These effects are known to be enhanced in the presence of caffeine, which makes this combo a NO BRAINER and the base from which all of our blends are built from.

Everyone who drinks coffee wants the benefit of a cool mood and fine focus, so why not experience this with every cup? While our specialized blends are supplemented with additional ingredients, they all contain L-Theanine. 

•The supplements we have selected are proven to safely counter the anxiety and jitters that commonly accompany caffeine consumption
•Level off the energy bell curve, so that you can enjoy a smooth, easy coffee ride that will last. No Crash!
•In fact, many studies show that L-theanine and caffeine combined produce better mental performance than either do on their own

Here are the Rules that Smart Owl was founded on:

Rule 1: Start with USDA Organic Coffee Smart Owl Coffee blends are all made using expertly roasted, small batch, direct or fair trade, USDA organic coffee beans

DRINK SMART. THINK SMART.

We don't want to bore you with a bunch of science, but since we're nerds, we'll provide you with explaining the known effects of L-theanine on brain function and the synergistic effects when this amino acid is consumed with caffeine.

Here is a taste of what you will read, "caffeine and L-theanine are capable of modulating cerebral haemodynamics, cognitive performance, mood and autonomic measures."

Still don't believe us? Check out  to learn the science behind our blends. Enjoy your reading over a cup of Smart Owl Coffee in one of our signature blends.