The Major Blend
Spiced Chocolate
Caramel
Vanilla
Roasted For
Milk-Based/Espresso
Roast Level
Dark
Country
Brazil,
Ethiopia,
Honduras
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Explore the Unique Experience of Major Blend
Roasted for Milk-Based/Espresso
Roast Level: Dark
Blend Descriptor: Bold, Chocolaty, Spice
Tasting Notes: Dark Cocoa. Toffee, Vanilla
Brew Recipes:
Black
In/out: 21g/38g
Time: 24-28s
Temp: 92°C
Milk
In/out: 22g/36g
Time: 26-30s
Temp: 92°C
Tasting our darkest Italian-style roast coffees! The Major blend is true to its name and will give any strong coffee lover a major kick. Well suited for a milk-based drink with mild and rounded acidity, yet smooth either white or black.
What Makes Major Blend Special?
The Major Blend represents the pinnacle of coffee craftsmanship. This unique blend combines beans from multiple regions, allowing coffee lovers to savour a rich tapestry of flavours in every cup. Because of its diverse origins, it offers hints of chocolate and nutty undertones, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate complexity in their coffee. Major Blend is more than just a drink; it's an experience tailored for your palate.
Quality and Sustainability in Every Sip
Our Major Blend coffee is carefully sourced from reputable growers who prioritise sustainable practices. This means you can enjoy your coffee knowing it supports ethical farming and environmental conservation. Additionally, each batch is roasted to perfection, enhancing its natural flavours without sacrificing quality. Therefore, when you choose Major Blend, you support not just your taste buds but also the planet.
The Perfect Brew for Every Occasion
Whether you're starting your day or winding down in the evening, Major Blend is the perfect companion. Its rich flavour profile is versatile, making it suitable for various brewing methods like espresso, French press, or cold brew. Because of its balanced taste, it pairs wonderfully with breakfast pastries or a slice of cake. So, no matter the occasion, Major Blend enhances your coffee ritual with its premium quality.
Current Composition:
Brazil Esmeralda Natural
Colombia Excelso EP10 Washed
Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Moki G3 Natural
Quantity
Regular price
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Discover a bold, Italian-style dark roast crafted to give strong coffee lovers a serious, smooth kick
True to its name, The Major Blend is our darkest roast, delivering rich notes of dark cocoa, toffee, and vanilla with a mild, rounded acidity that cuts effortlessly through milk or shines smooth in black.
Rich Flavour & Ethical Sourcing
Rich Flavour & Ethical Sourcing
Sourced from growers prioritising sustainable farming practices. Experience a rich tapestry of dark cocoa, toffee, and vanilla undertones that elevate your daily ritual.
Perfect with Milk
Perfect with Milk
Crafted specifically to pair seamlessly with dairy or plant-based milks. Combining 40% Brazil Nossa Natural, 40% Honduras HG washed, and 20% Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Moki Natural G3, it delivers a velvety, full-bodied flat white or latte with zero harshness.
Brew Recipes
Brew Recipes
Dialed in for perfection. For Black: 21g in / 36g out in 24–28s at 91°C. For Milk: 22g in / 34g out in 26–30s at 92°C to craft a heavy-bodied, velvety flat white or traditional espresso.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Major Blend a good coffee for milk-based drinks like lattes and flat whites?
Yes, The Major Blend is explicitly roasted to excel in milk-based espresso drinks. As our darkest Italian-style roast, it possesses the bold strength needed to cut through milk perfectly. You can expect a rich, creamy cup with distinct tasting notes of dark cocoa, toffee, and vanilla. It features a mild, low acidity that makes it incredibly satisfying whether you drink it black or as a strong, punchy flat white.
How dark is The Major Blend coffee roast?
The Major Blend is our darkest roast, crafted in a traditional, bold Italian style. It is designed specifically for strong coffee lovers who want a "major kick" and a heavy, full-bodied espresso experience. Despite being a dark roast, it is carefully developed at our Melbourne roastery to enhance its deep chocolatey and spice undertones without tasting burnt or overly bitter, delivering premium quality in every sip.
What is the best espresso machine recipe for The Major Blend?
For the perfect home espresso extraction, we recommend two specific recipes depending on how you drink it. For a black espresso, use a 21g dose to yield 36g out in 24-28 seconds at 91°C. If brewing for a milk-based drink, use a tighter 22g dose to yield 34g out in 26-30 seconds at a slightly hotter 92°C. This tighter milk recipe concentrates the bold dark cocoa and toffee notes so they punch beautifully through textured milk.
Where is The Major Blend roasted and how fresh will my coffee beans be?
The Major Blend is freshly roasted at our specialty coffee roastery right here in Melbourne. We partner directly with reputable growers prioritizing ethical and sustainable practices. To ensure you receive maximum freshness and crema, your coffee is packed in valved bags and dispatched within 24 to 48 hours of your order. We also offer free standard shipping across Australia on all qualifying orders, delivering peak-quality Italian-style espresso straight to your door.
How long should I rest The Major Blend beans to get the best crema and espresso extraction?
To achieve a rich, thick crema and a smooth espresso extraction, we recommend resting The Major Blend for 7-14 days after the roast date. Because this is a strong, dark Italian-style roast, the beans hold built-up CO2. Allowing them to properly degas ensures your shots pour evenly without channelling, giving you a syrupy body and perfectly unlocking those sweet toffee and vanilla notes.
Is this dark roast coffee safe to use in automatic espresso machines and built-in grinders?
Yes, absolutely. A common issue with traditional dark roasts is that they can become excessively oily and clog home grinders. However, we roast The Major Blend to perfection, enhancing its bold natural flavours without sacrificing quality or pushing the beans to the point of secreting heavy oils. This makes it perfectly safe and highly recommended for all home setups, including fully automatic machines and manual machines with built-in burr grinders.