The DeKalb Mug

02/05/2026

The DeKalb Mug celebrates love for home, community, and shared memories.
Hand-drawn by Ashley Ann
Available exclusively at Iron Coffee 💝

11/13/2025

Give a gift with hometown heart. The DeKalb Mug, hand-drawn by local artist and NIU alum Ashley Ann, is a daily favorite — warm, practical, and proudly DeKalb.
Available now at Cast Iron Coffee, while holiday supplies last! 🎁

05/08/2025

Looking for the perfect way to show your mom how much you care this Mother's Day? The DeKalb Mug is the perfect gift that she will use and love every day! Adorned with hand-drawn images of DeKalb by artist Ashley Ann, this 15 oz mug will be your mom's new favorite, bringing back fond memories with each morning coffee. Give your mom the gift of memories this year with this unique and beautiful mug! Grab one today at Cast Iron Coffee to make Mother's Day unforgettable.

02/12/2025

Show your love with a unique & memorable Valentine's Day gift! Surprise your special someone with The DeKalb Mug, the perfect gift for anyone who adores DeKalb. Get yours today at Cast Iron Coffee.

12/12/2024

Was such an honor to see our story of celebrating DeKalb County communities featured in the MidWeek and Daily Chronicle.

Northern Illinois University alumni living as missionaries on First Nation land in central Canada have created and are selling coffee mugs with hand-drawn illustrations depicting DeKalb County cities.

12/06/2024

For a super limited time our limited drop DeKalb tumlers are only $30 in honor of pushing the limits this finals week!

Grab yours before they are GONE at Cast Iron Coffee!

Stay hydrated and caffinated on the go. This 40 oz tumbler is double wall insulated so your drink will stay hot or cold for hours! Fully wrapped in iconic hand drawn images of DeKalb by NIU alum Ashley Ann. At just $30 give the gift sure to be the favorite!

🎁 Share the love of DeKalb and don't wait because, at this price, they are not going to be around long!

11/15/2024

🎄DeKalb, your new favorite tumbler is here! The popular DeKalb Mug now also comes in a 40oz tumbler, just in time for the holidays. Featuring hand-drawn designs by Ashley Ann, this is more than just a cup—it’s a celebration of DeKalb.

✨Available only at Cast Iron Coffee these tumblers and mugs make the perfect gift for friends, family, or yourself!

Limited stock available—grab yours before they're gone and celebrate DeKalb! 🎁

05/08/2024

Looking for the perfect way to show your mom how much you care this Mother's Day? The DeKalb Mug is the perfect gift that she will use and love every day! Adorned with hand-drawn images of DeKalb by artist Ashley Ann, this 15 oz mug will be your mom's new favorite, bringing back fond memories with each morning coffee. Give your mom the gift of memories this year with this unique and beautiful mug! Limited quantities available, so grab one today at Cast Iron Coffee to make Mother's Day unforgettable.

02/08/2024

Show your love with a unique & memorable Valentine's Day gift! Surprise your special someone with The DeKalb Mug, the perfect gift for anyone who adores DeKalb. Get yours today at Cast Iron Coffee💝

12/10/2023

So humbled and thankful for DeKalb and the outpouring of support for The DeKalb Mug! Our story was featured in the Daily Chronicle.

Northern Illinois University alumni living as missionaries on First Nation land in central Canada have created and are selling coffee mugs with hand-drawn illustrations depicting DeKalb County cities.

11/17/2023

🎄Looking for the perfect local Christmas gift? 🎁 Brighten their morning coffee routine with The DeKalb Mug, a 15oz. mug wrap in hand drawn iconic images by NIU alumni artist Ashley Ann. It's more than just a mug; it's a journey through our community. Get yours from Cast Iron Coffee and spread some DeKalb joy! ☕️✨

11/16/2023

The DeKalb Mug was recently featured in The Northern Star

DeKALB – Coffee drinkers can experience a taste of DeKalb’s community after a NIU alum was inspired to create a mug that reflects the city. Ashley “Ann” Klockenga, an NIU alum, created a mug that displayed the history and essence of DeKalb’s culture. The mug is decorated with distinct symb...