Freshly Roasted Coffee Beans

Explore our signature house blends and seasonal single origins, roasted fresh daily in Brisbane. From smooth chocolate profiles to bright fruity notes, find your ideal daily cup. Free shipping available on qualifying orders.

Signature Blends

Espresso

Big, bold Italian style richness crafted for your daily morning ritual.

Private

Lusciously smooth caramel and hazelnut sweetness, crafted as our original café classic.

Forza

Italian for strength, crafted for early mornings, fast starts, and maximum drive.

Riviera

Smooth, sweet, and hypnotic caramel balance layered with vibrant fruit aromatics.

Zuri

Swahili for beautiful, layered with dark honey, sweet raspberry, and sparkling orange zest.

Arriba Arriba

Clean, lively, and fruit-forward notes of sweet apricot, honey blossom, and milk chocolate.

Organico

Silky brown sugar, toasted almond, and creamy chocolate sweetness, 100% organically grown.

Decaf

Pure coffee flavour without the buzz, gently extracted using natural water decaffeination.

Single Origins

Brazil

Smooth, rich, and silky-bodied with a clean finish and effortless morning comfort.

Papua New Guinea

Vibrant and bright with juicy raspberry, citrus notes, and a silky dark chocolate linger.

Colombia

Intensely sweet with rich dark chocolate, natural honey sweetness, and a touch of bright cherry.

Costa Rica

Honeyed warmth with warm caramel, smooth honey, honeycomb, and rich cocoa.

Nicaragua

Deep dark chocolate aroma paired with crisp green grape and sweet nectarine notes.

Kenya

Full-bodied with the juicy acidity of blackcurrant, sun-dried raisin, and milk chocolate.

Ethiopia

Delicate tea rose and apricot aromas opening into ripe stone fruit, citrus, and milk chocolate.

  • Espresso Blend

    Espresso Blend

    THE TASTE BENCHMARK Fresh Roasted House Blend vs Supermarket Coffee Commercial warehouse beans sit on grocery shelves for months losing their natural oils. Here is the difference in your morning cup. Extraction & Crema BODY Merlo Espresso: Pulls thick, viscous hazelnut crema packed with...
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    From $17.50
  • Private Blend

    Private Blend

    THE TASTE BENCHMARK Fresh Roasted Private Blend vs Commercial Supermarket Coffee Supermarket coffee beans sit on warehouse pallets and shelves for up to a year, losing their aromatic oils and natural sweetness. Here is why freshly roasted Private delivers an entirely different experience. Flavour...
    From $18.50
    From $18.50
  • Forza Blend

    Forza Blend

    THE STRENGTH BENCHMARK Fresh Roasted Forza Blend vs Supermarket Coffee Most commercial dark roasts taste burnt and hollow to mask cheap green coffee. Here is how fresh batch roasting and intentional blending change your morning cup. Caffeine Kick & Intensity ENERGY Merlo Forza Blend:...
    From $17.50
    From $17.50
  • Riviera Blend

    Riviera Blend

    THE TASTE BENCHMARK Fresh Roasted Riviera Blend vs Commercial Supermarket Coffee Commercial store beans sit on retail shelves for months, causing delicate floral and fruit aromatics to completely oxidise. Here is why fresh split-roasting makes every morning cup remarkable. Aromatic Complexity & Sweetness PROFILE...
    From $18.50
    From $18.50
  • Organico Blend

    Organico Blend

    THE PURITY BENCHMARK Fresh Roasted Organico vs Supermarket Organic Coffee Many grocery store organic beans are bulk-harvested and sit on shelves for months, tasting woody and flat. Here is the difference true certified ethical roasting brings to your morning cup. Flavour Complexity & Body...
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    From $19.50
  • Decaf Blend

    Decaf Blend

    THE PURITY BENCHMARK Fresh Roasted Merlo Decaf vs Supermarket Solvent Decaf Commercial decaf is widely stripped of flavour using harsh chemical solvents like methylene chloride, leaving stale beans that taste hollow. Here is how natural Mountain Water decaffeination preserves authentic coffee depth. Decaffeination Method...
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    From $19.50
  • Zuri Blend

    Zuri Blend

    THE TASTE BENCHMARK Fresh Roasted Zuri Blend vs Supermarket African Blends Commercial African coffees are often over-roasted to conceal stale beans, completely incinerating fragile floral and citrus oils. Here is why freshly roasted Zuri delivers a vibrant sensory experience. Citrus Zest & Honey Sweetness...
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    From $18.50
  • Arriba Arriba Blend

    Arriba Arriba Blend

    THE TASTE BENCHMARK Fresh Roasted Arriba Arriba vs Supermarket Light Roasts Commercial light roasts often taste sour, watery, or straw-like because low-grade beans lack natural sweetness. Here is why fresh high-altitude varietals make all the difference. Fruit Acidity vs Sourness BALANCE Merlo Arriba Arriba:...
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    From $18.50
  • Brazil Single Origin Coffee

    Brazil Single Origin Coffee

    The Difference You Can Taste See how our Brisbane-roasted single origin compares to generic supermarket coffee. FEATURE OUR BRAZIL ORIGIN GENERIC COFFEE Roasting Freshness Roasted fresh daily in Brisbane Sits on shelves for months Processing Method Natural sun-dried in full cherry Machine washed, stripping...
    From $18.50
    From $18.50
  • Costa Rica Single Origin Coffee

    Costa Rica Single Origin Coffee

    The Difference You Can Taste See how our fresh-roasted Costa Rica single origin compares to generic supermarket coffee. FEATURE OUR COSTA RICA ORIGIN GENERIC COFFEE Roasting Freshness Roasted fresh daily to order Sits on supermarket shelves for months Processing Method Honey process locks in...
    From $18.50
    From $18.50
  • Papua New Guinea Single Origin Coffee

    Papua New Guinea Single Origin Coffee

    The Difference You Can Taste See how our fresh-roasted Papua New Guinea single origin compares to generic supermarket coffee. FEATURE OUR PNG ORIGIN GENERIC COFFEE Roasting Freshness Roasted fresh daily to order Sits on supermarket shelves for months Processing Method Meticulous triple-washed process Inconsistent...
    From $18.50
    From $18.50
  • Colombia Single Origin Coffee

    Colombia Single Origin Coffee

    The Difference You Can Taste See how our fresh-roasted Colombia single origin compares to generic supermarket coffee. FEATURE OUR COLOMBIA ORIGIN GENERIC COFFEE Roasting Freshness Roasted fresh daily to order Sits on supermarket shelves for months Harvest Selection 100% hand-picked ripe cherries Machine stripped...
    From $18.50
    From $18.50
  • Kenya Single Origin Coffee

    Kenya Single Origin Coffee

    The Difference You Can Taste See how our fresh-roasted Kenya single origin compares to generic supermarket coffee. FEATURE OUR KENYA ORIGIN GENERIC COFFEE Roasting Freshness Roasted fresh daily to order Sits on supermarket shelves for months Bean Selection & Grading Strictly sorted high-density beans...
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    From $18.50
  • Ethiopia Single Origin Coffee

    Ethiopia Single Origin Coffee

    The Difference You Can Taste See how our fresh-roasted Ethiopia single origin compares to generic supermarket coffee. FEATURE OUR ETHIOPIA ORIGIN GENERIC COFFEE Roasting Freshness Roasted fresh daily to order Sits on supermarket shelves for months Growing Altitude 1,450 - 2,050m mountain peaks Low-elevation...
    From $18.50
    From $18.50
  • Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee

    Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee

    The Difference You Can Taste See how our fresh-roasted Nicaragua single origin compares to generic supermarket coffee. FEATURE OUR NICARAGUA ORIGIN GENERIC COFFEE Roasting Freshness Roasted fresh daily to order Sits on supermarket shelves for months Growing Environment High-altitude shade-grown Arabica Mass sun-exposed commercial...
    From $18.50
    From $18.50

FAQs

If you're looking to explore beyond your regular brew, our limited edition Bean of the Month offers a rotating selection of rare, small-lot coffees with unique flavour profiles. It’s a great way to expand your palate and discover something unexpected.

Yes. We’re committed to sourcing our beans responsibly, working closely with growers and cooperatives around the world. This ensures quality, supports local communities, and helps protect the environments where our beans are grown. Learn more.

Roast level plays a big role in flavour. Light roasts tend to highlight the bean’s origin characteristics like fruit or floral notes, while darker roasts bring out richer, deeper flavours like chocolate or spice. At Merlo, we tailor each roast to suit the bean and blend for the best-tasting result.