Merlo’s Bean of the Month is more than just coffee - it’s a curated journey through the world’s most renowned coffee‑growing regions. Each month, we showcase a unique, sustainably sourced single origin coffee, chosen to highlight the climate, soil, and cultivation techniques that shape its distinct flavour. From rich chocolate notes to bright fruity profiles, every cup opens the door to a new coffee experience.
Brazil Passeio Monte Belo - April 2025
A smooth and chocolate‑forward coffee perfect for autumn and Easter. Grown in the hills of Brazil by the Vieira Ferreira family, who have been producing coffee for three generations, this classic Brazilian bean offers notes of milk chocolate, honey, brown sugar, and molasses
a decadent treat for the season. Read more: Passeio Monte Belo
El Salvador Rosa Apaneca - December 2024
A festive, fruit‑forward coffee from the border of El Boqueron National Park in El Salvador. This red bourbon coffee delivers a winey body with crisp citrus acidity, finishing with strawberry and tangerine notes. Ideal for holiday gatherings, served as either a rich hot brew or a refreshing cold drip. Read more: Rosa Apaneca
Burundi Ngogomo - June 2024
A warming, complex coffee perfect for the Australian winter. From the Nile‑Congo watershed in Burundi, this bean offers aromas of malt and freshly baked bread, with a heavy caramel and molasses finish. Sweet and versatile, it shines across most brewing methods. Read more: Burundi Ngogomo
