Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee
Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee
Selecting your grind for Nicaragua Merlo beans
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Nicaragua Botanical, Varietal, Altitude, Soil and Washed Process of Single Origin beans
Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee
Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee
Selecting your grind for Nicaragua Merlo beans
Nicaragua Single Origin located on world map for Merlo Coffee
Nicaragua Botanical, Varietal, Altitude, Soil and Washed Process of Single Origin beans

Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee

Smooth dark chocolate aroma with crisp, juicy fruit balance.

Shade-grown in rich volcanic highland soils, this single origin offers a smooth, well-rounded sensory experience. Freshly roasted to order, it pairs a deep dark chocolate fragrance with crisp green grape and sweet nectarine notes. The washed processing yields a clean, balanced cup with gentle acidity that shines whether brewed black or poured over milk, no sugar required.

TASTING NOTES
DARK CHOCOLATE Deep cocoa aroma with a satisfying, lingering finish
GREEN GRAPE Crisp, refreshing sweetness with balanced acidity
JUICY NECTARINE Soft stone fruit note rounding out a smooth body
WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY
★★★★★

"It lends itself to so many uses, flavours, short blacks, cappuccino, flat whites, latte, our favourite, affagato."

Paul Verified • Versatile Brewer
★★★★★

"I get a very nice smooth rich chocolatey coffee with little acidity. Thank you merlo for introducing me to single origin coffee."

Thom Verified • Brews as Espresso
★★★★★

"Love these beans, my go to coffee, and miss it when we travel away and have to settle for second best."

Phil Verified • Daily Drinker
WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE THIS ORIGIN
HERITAGE
Volcanic Mountain Regions

Cultivated across high-altitude slopes in rich volcanic soil for complex natural sugars.

FARMING
Shade-Grown Arabica

Grown under natural tree canopies to slow cherry growth for deeper flavour development.

PROCESS
Washed Method

Cleanly washed before sun drying to preserve crisp stone fruit clarity and chocolate richness.

QUALITY
Roasted Fresh Daily

Roasted fresh to order in small batches for peak aroma and pristine flavour balance.

WHY THIS BEATS SUPERMARKET COFFEE
FRESHNESS
Roasted Fresh vs Warehouse Stale

Supermarket beans sit on shelves for months. We roast fresh daily so subtle fruit notes stay vibrant.

GROWING
High-Altitude Shade-Grown vs Open Plantation

Shade-grown cherries mature slowly in natural microclimates, avoiding the flat taste of mass crops.

PURITY
100% Single Origin vs Mass Commercial Blends

Pure Nicaraguan highland beans from small family producers with zero cheap commercial filler.

50M+ Cups Annually
30+ Years Master Roasting
$180.00
$180.00

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Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee

Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee

$180.00
Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee
Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee
Selecting your grind for Nicaragua Merlo beans
Nicaragua Single Origin located on world map for Merlo Coffee
Nicaragua Botanical, Varietal, Altitude, Soil and Washed Process of Single Origin beans

Nicaragua Single Origin Coffee

$180.00
Select a Size: 3kg Bag
Select a grind: Home Espresso (4.7)
ABOUT THIS COFFEE
ABOUT THIS COFFEE
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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 crops
Processing Method Clean washed method for pure clarity Inconsistent machine drying causing harshness
Flavour & Aroma Dark chocolate, green grape & nectarine Flat, bitter profile requiring added sugar

Craft and Quality Breakdown

Shade-Grown Volcanic Terroir

Source: High-altitude mountain regions across Nicaragua

Key Benefit: Natural shade canopies slow fruit ripening, locking in rich dark chocolate sugars

Quality Result: Full-bodied brew with a smooth mouthfeel and gentle, fresh acidity

Washed Clarity & Balance

Method: Complete cherry pulping prior to sun drying

Key Benefit: Removes outer fruit layers completely to let natural origin characteristics shine

Quality Result: Crisp green grape and nectarine notes with a lingering chocolate finish

Dialling In Your Brew

This versatile single origin performs exceptionally across all extraction methods.

Espresso / Milk Beverages

Unlocks a rich dark chocolate body that pairs perfectly with textured milk for cappuccinos and lattes.

Pour Over / Filter

Highlights crisp green grape sweetness and subtle nectarine fruit notes with a clean finish.

Plunger / Long Black

Delivers a smooth, well-rounded cup with low acidity and a deeply satisfying chocolate aroma.

Key Specifications & Origin Summary

  • 100% Single Origin Arabica coffee grown in high-altitude volcanic regions
  • Shade-grown cherries cultivated under natural forest canopies for deeper sweetness
  • Washed processing method for a clean, crisp finish and pristine flavour clarity
  • Roasted fresh daily to order in small batches for peak aroma and balance
  • Versatile all-rounder excels equally in espresso, milk drinks, filter, and plungers
  • Naturally sweet profile with dark chocolate aroma, green grape, and nectarine notes
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GRIND GUIDE
GRIND GUIDE
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Find Your Perfect Grind Setting

We precision-grind your beans to match your specific brewing equipment. Match your device below to choose the right setting at checkout.

Plunger & Immersion

Coarse Grind • 6.2

Best for French Press, plunger, and immersion devices where coffee grounds stay in contact with water for an extended brew time.

AeroPress, Pour-Over & Drip Filter

Medium Grind • 5.7

Ideal for paper or metal cone filter methods. Fits AeroPress, AeroPress Go, Hario V60, Chemex, Fretta, Moccamaster, and batch drip brewers.

Stovetop & Moka Pot

Medium-Fine Grind • 5.1

Designed for classic Moka pots to deliver a rich, concentrated extraction without clogging the filter basket.

Standard Home Espresso Machines

Fine Grind • 4.7

Calibrated for entry-level home espresso setups, including:

  • Atomic Coffee Maker
  • Breville Bambino and Bambino Plus
  • Breville Compact Café and Infuser
  • Breville Duo Temp Pro
  • De'Longhi Dedica Range
  • Krups Coffee Makers
  • Solis Barista Perfetta Plus

Optimised Home Espresso

Fine Grind • 4.5

A slightly tighter fine setting for optimal pressure and performance on specific home units, such as:

  • Baby Gaggia

Semi-Pro Espresso Machines (Series 1)

Finer Grind • 4.2

Built for prosumer machines with commercial-style group heads or dual boilers, including:

  • Ascaso Baby and Barista T Series
  • Boema
  • Faema Faemina
  • Gaggia Milano
  • Nuova Simonelli Musica and Oscar
  • Rancilio Silvia
  • Rocket Appartamento and Giotto
  • Wega W Mini

Semi-Pro & High-Pressure Portable Espresso

Finer Grind • 4.0

Recommended for high-bar prosumer setups and specialized manual espresso makers, including:

  • Bellezza Espresso Machines
  • Breville Dual Boiler
  • ECM Giotto
  • KitchenAid Espresso Machine
  • La Pavoni Lever
  • Sunbeam Café Series
  • Vibiemme Domobar
  • Wacaco Nanopresso, Handpresso, and Portaspresso portables

Refillable Pods & Capsules

Fine Grind • 3.5

Specially calibrated for reusable stainless steel or silicone pods across all major capsule formats.

Turkish Coffee

Very Fine Grind • 2.0

An extra-fine powder grind essential for traditional unfiltered Cezve or Ibrik brewing.

Please note: While we grind as close as possible to your exact setup, home equipment variations mean flow rates can differ slightly.

Want complete control over your extractions? Explore our hand-selected range of home coffee grinders HERE.

SHIPPING
SHIPPING
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Shipping & Dispatch Information

Packed and dispatched fresh from our Brisbane roasteries directly to your door Australia-wide.

Shipping Rates

Free Shipping Available

We offer Free Shipping Australia-wide for online orders that include:

  • 1kg of coffee beans (includes cumulative totals, e.g., 4 x 250g bags qualifies)
  • 60-pack coffee capsules
For all other orders, a standard flat rate of $9.95 Australia-wide applies.

Order Dispatch & Shipping Times

2-Day Turnaround
  • All online orders are packed and dispatched directly from our Brisbane roasteries in Eagle Farm or Bowen Hills, QLD.
  • We maintain a 2 business day dispatch turnaround for all online orders. During major promotional periods, dispatch times may increase slightly.
  • Final delivery times vary depending on your location.
  • PO Box addresses may experience slightly longer delivery windows due to carrier restrictions.

Need full logistics details? CLICK HERE to view our complete Shipping Policy.

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