Maru was founded in 2016 in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
Born from a love of process and everyday quality, Maru takes its name from the native Korean phrase, San Ma Ru (산마루), meaning 'mountaintop' — a symbol of quality found in coffees grown and harvested at a high altitude. We believe tradition can be respected as well as re-imagined, and that every cup should be made with intention and balance.
Santo is Maru's house espresso blend, developed in 2018 to pair well with milk. This medium-dark roast combines two South American coffees from volcanic regions, selected for their nutty richness and depth. Full-bodied with mild acidity, Santo offers notes of dark chocolate, sweet orange, and vanilla. It works well with milk and also stands alone for those preferring a darker, less acidic cup with chocolate and caramel notes.
Kemi Blend
Colombia + Ethiopia
Washed process
Kemi is Maru's standard espresso for all of our classic drinks. Created to bridge the gap between Santo and Sanmi, this reliable medium-bodied blend combines 60% Colombia and 40% Ethiopia. Kemi offers a smooth, creamy texture with deep caramel-like sweetness, subtle fruit notes, and a milk chocolate finish. The blend balances mild bright fruitiness with approachable flavors, making it easy on the palate.
Sanmi Blend
Ethiopia single-origin blend
Natural + Washed process
Sanmi is Maru’s signature single-origin blend, consisting of 50% washed Ethiopia and 50% natural Ethiopia.
Sanmi is bold yet fruit-forward, with sparkling acidity and delicate citrus notes typical of a washed coffee, alongside more robust berry tones and a creamy mouthfeel typical of a natural coffee.
Maru Espresso Sets
One + one
single shot espresso + single
shot macchiato
Double + drip
double espresso + small drip coffee
Black + white
double espresso + double macchiato
or cortado
Classic Menu
Macchiato
hot 3oz | iced 6oz
Cortado
hot 4.5oz | iced 8oz
Cappuccino
hot 6oz | iced 12oz
Latte
hot 10oz | iced 14oz
Drip coffee
sanmi blend | hot 10oz
Cold brew
iced 14oz
Signature Drinks
Breve white
hot long black topped with our
signature cream, 8oz
Cream top
iced long black topped with our
signature cream, 12oz
Iced breve macchiato
double espresso poured over our
signature half + half, 8oz
Bon bon
double espresso + our signature cream,
served with a sugar rim, 4oz
Vanilla bean latte
double shot latte with Madagascar
vanilla bean paste, hot 10oz | iced 14oz
Mocha
double shot latte with Belgian
dark chocolate, hot 10oz | iced 14oz
Espresso tonic
double espresso over tonic water,
served with dried orange garnish, 12oz
Yuzu lemonade
pure yuzu juice + sparkling water,
subtly sweetened with agave, 12oz
Matcha
Kagoshima ceremonial tea
Direct trade | First spring harvest
Crafted exclusively from the first spring flush of rare cultivars Saemidori and Yutakamidori. These premium varietals deliver a smooth, mellow umami and refined sweetness.
Lightly roasted to highlight the tea’s natural aroma and freshness. Minimal processing preserves its vivid color, nutrients, and delicate taste.
Nagasaki ceremonial tea
Direct trade | First spring harvest
Tea has long been part of Nagasaki. Once a port of exchange and early home to Japan’s first tea seeds, the region carries a quiet depth shaped by its coastal air and misted hills.
Most tea comes from the Sonogi area, where families have tended their fields for generations. The soft fog and sea breeze give the leaves a vivid green color and clean, rounded taste. Many craft tamaryokucha—a curved-leaf green tea known for its gentle sweetness and smooth texture.
Matcha latte
Kagoshima ceremonial matcha + milk, sweetened with agave
(upgrade to Nagasaki +2)
