Merlo Signature Blends: Coffee Blending Mastery
Blending coffee is rooted in the desire to create a coffee that transcends the limitations of single origin coffees. Mixing coffee beans from several origins allows roasters to balance and complement different flavours, resulting in a more nuanced and satisfying cup.
Merlo's Signature coffee blends take this concept to new heights, expertly combining beans to produce an exceptional brew that goes beyond the sum of its parts. The goal is not only to showcase individual flavours, but to craft an experience – a journey through a myriad of flavour notes that dance on your palate. We have eight Signature Blends, something to suit every palate, so you are sure to find your favourite morning brew.
Why We Blend Coffee: Coffee Blends vs. Single Origin
Single Origin coffees, sourced from a specific geographical region, offer a pure and undiluted taste of that area's terroir. Blended coffee beans take a broader approach. They allow coffee enthusiasts to explore a more complex flavour profile, catering to a wider range of palates.
Whether you're embarking on your morning ritual or indulging in an afternoon pick-me-up, Merlo's Signature Coffee Blends ensures each cup is a journey to refinement. Signature Blends offer many enjoyable advantages that make them a preferred choice for coffee lovers in Australia:
- Rich flavour: The magic of blended coffee beans lies in the alchemy of flavour. By expertly combining beans with complementary qualities, our Coffee Roasters and Q-graders create a blend that boasts more body, complexity, and richness.
- Consistency: Unlike single-origin coffees, where every harvest introduces variations, coffee blends offer a consistent flavour, aroma, and texture. This predictability is achieved by skilfully combining beans to highlight specific qualities while muting others, ensuring every cup is a near-identical experience.
- Artful experimentation: Blending coffee is a true art form that involves experimenting with different coffee qualities to create balanced and delightfully complex combinations. Each coffee blend becomes a unique expression of the Roaster and Q-Grader's creativity and a testament to the limitless possibilities of coffee products.
The Best Coffee Blend to Suit Your Brew Preferences
Choosing the right specialty coffee blend can be an enjoyable journey through roasted bean selection. Consider your flavour preferences – do you enjoy the brightness of citrus notes, the warmth of chocolate, or the subtlety of floral undertones? With certain blends available in coffee capsules, pre-ground and whole beans, you’re sure to find your perfect coffee blend to brew at home. At Merlo Coffee, we offer a curated selection of specialty coffee blends and limited edition coffee designed to suit various tastes, from the bold and robust to the intricately nuanced.
Espresso Blend: A Journey Through Tradition
Merlo's Espresso coffee blend, the flagship of our Signature Blend line, pays homage to traditional Italian style. This medium-dark roast offers a full-bodied profile with cocoa, dark chocolate, hazelnut, and malt flavours. Sourced from Colombia, Papua New Guinea, Brazil, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua, our Espresso blend is bold and complex, delivering a delightful experience, whether enjoyed black or with various milks.
Private Blend: Timeless Elegance in a Cup
Private, the original Merlo blend, is the epitome of quality coffee. Smooth and nutty, this blend offers a velvety texture that harmonises beautifully with milk, making it a classic that never goes out of style. Indulge in the sweet and decadent flavour notes of caramel, milk chocolate, and hazelnuts that permeate through lattes and cappuccinos. The clean, sweet aftertaste and a well-balanced profile make it a true delight for the senses.
Riviera Blend: Versatility Meets Richness
The Riviera coffee blend, an offspring of the Espresso blend, takes richness to the next level by incorporating sweet Kenyan and Colombian beans for a luscious caramel finish. Roasted separately, blended coffee beans infuse the Riviera with distinct flavours, creating a perfect balance for those who seek a full-bodied and aromatic cup. This roast is incredibly versatile and shines across various brew methods.
Forza Blend: The Essence of Strength
Translated as "strength" in Italian, our Forza coffee blend lives up to its name with warm toffee and oak flavours. Unique among Merlo's collection, it incorporates a touch of Robusta for that extra kick, making it the ideal companion for early mornings, fast starts, and late nights burning the midnight oil. Forza blends beans from four different regions, including Brazilian, Indonesian, Kenyan, and Papua New Guinean, to present a robust combination of chocolate, roasted nuts, dried fruit aromatics, and a lingering burnt caramel finish.
Arriba Arriba Blend: Fruitful Delight at the Top
Named for its high-altitude origins, Arriba Arriba is the fruitiest blend in Merlo's collection, sourced from Central and South America. This lively blend boasts refreshing flavour notes of apricot, honey, and cocoa, making it a delightful conversation starter for coffee enthusiasts. Characterised by delicate honey and blossom aromas, Arriba Arriba is the perfect breakfast companion, offering a light-bodied start to the day that tastes delicious whether enjoyed black or with milk.
Organico Blend: A Masterpiece of Organic Goodness
For those seeking an organic and ethically sourced option, Merlo presents the Organico coffee blend. Blended from 100% organic green beans sourced from Nicaragua, Guatemala, Colombia, Sumatra, Papua New Guinea, and Brazil, Organico offers rich and warm flavours with notes of brown sugar and chocolate. The silky texture is complemented by smooth caramel and honeycomb, providing an excellent balance and depth. In addition, by choosing Organico blended coffee beans, you are making a conscious choice to support sustainable farming practices and help to protect the environment.
Zuri Blend: A Celebration of African Excellence
Zuri, Swahili for “beautiful”, intertwines the unique qualities of Ethiopian and Kenyan coffee with beans from Zambia and Rwanda, creating an exceptional blend that takes you to the birthplace of coffee - East Africa. This sweet, smooth, and silky blend is perfectly balanced, awakening your senses with delicate flavours of dark honey, raspberry, and orange zest. By sipping this medium-bodied coffee, you can immerse yourself in a rich African coffee culture and begin each day with a traditional mild-roasted coffee.
Decaf: Pure Flavour, Zero Buzz
Merlo's Decaf coffee blend redefines decaffeinated coffee by focusing on aroma and taste. Using the water method for decaffeination, this medium-bodied coffee delivers floral fragrances, honey sweetness, and citrus notes. Certified by the Rainforest Alliance (RFA) for sustainable cultivation, our decaf blended coffee beans maintain their full flavour profile without any chemical aftertaste. With low acidity and a soft finish, the Decaf coffee blend becomes a smooth and satisfying alternative for those seeking the pure joy of coffee without the caffeine buzz.
Indulge in a Delicious Coffee Blend from Merlo Coffee
Choosing coffee blends from Merlo Coffee is a guarantee of quality and exceptional taste. As original coffee roasters turned seasoned baristas, our team boasts extensive, in-depth experience in the coffee industry. With a profound understanding of the entire coffee-making process from seed to cup, we are passionately committed to crafting an unparalleled coffee-drinking experience.
Every cup reflects our dedication to excellence. Let the rich and complex flavours of our Signature Coffee Blends elevate your brew, turning each sip into an enjoyable appreciation for the art of blending.