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100% Arabica Blend: 33.3% Brazil | 33.3% Colombia | 33.3% Costa Rica
Blended from Central American Arabica, this coffee delivers a sharp, strong flavour blended to resemble Jamaican Blue Mountain.
A good daytime coffee, satisfying and full of flavour. Sweetness and maltiness also come through, as does espresso. Adding milk develops the caramel and toffee notes from the Costa Rica beans.
“Drip Brew Special was a coffee we created when specifically looking for a filter coffee. The story was that when we were looking for beans with which to roast our Drip Brew special, we wanted to find beans to roast and blend which would provide us with the flavour profile of Jamaican Blue Mountain, but better and for a lower price than Jamaican Blue Mountain. This was as tough a challenge for our bean importers as it was for the roasting team, but we succeeded.
We created a blend and roast that, according to many of our customers, tastes better than Jamaican Blue Mountain. And at a fraction of the cost of Jamaican Blue Mountain from certain high-profile stores. What is also extraordinary is that having developed it for our filter coffee offering, as with all our other coffees, it works well with all brew processes and, in particular, also makes for a delectable espresso.
Arabica beans are prized for their sweet, fruity flavours and higher acidity, elevating the taste profile of the blend. The beans’ sweetness ranges from caramel to floral notes, while their increased acidity adds vibrancy and brightness, resulting in a well-balanced and sophisticated coffee experience.
Opting for a blend coffee comes with a host of perks for coffee aficionados. A good blend can offer a harmonious fusion of beans from diverse origins. This thoughtful combination results in a well-balanced flavour profile that caters to a broad range of tastes. The synergy of different beans often brings out the best in each, creating a consistent and dependable cup of coffee. Blends like this one are ideal for those who appreciate a reliable and familiar flavour, as our roasters have skillfully fine-tuned the ratios to achieve a balanced and satisfying brew.
Christopher Montrose Coffee represents the vision of the two founding directors, Christopher Lewis and Montrose Babb-Benjamin, known otherwise to their friends as Chris and Monty.
Their coffee experience brought about by individually having travelled the world is based on years of exploration. Over most of their life, thanks to upbringings in various countries, business travel, and of course, vacations, Chris and Monty have enjoyed savouring the best coffees, shrugging off middle-of-the-road tastes and screwing up their faces at the worst.
This unbeatable knowledge and understanding of what makes a superlative coffee experience has been further enriched by meeting, chatting and brewing with some of the finest coffee growers, importers, fellow roasters and baristas within the business. Their experience means they are perfectly placed to meet the demands in identifying, curating and otherwise creating a dreamy collection of great and highly individual coffee experiences.
Our pre-ground coffee is perfect for Cafetiere/French Press and Drip Brew/Pour-Over methods using say Chemex or Hario V60s etc. For Espresso Machines, Stove-top, AeroPress and other methods, buy whole beans and grind at home.
Coffee Grind: Medium
Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1 tablespoon - 8 to 14g to taste of coffee per 6 to 8 fl oz of water.
Water Temperature: Between 195-205°F (90-96°C).
Brew Time: 4-6 minutes.
Additional Tips: Use fresh, filtered water for the best results. Adjust coffee grind size based on the machine's brewing time.
Coffee Grind: Medium to Medium-Fine
Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1 tablespoon - 8 to 14g to taste of coffee per 6 to 8 fl oz of water.
Water Temperature: Between 195-205°F (90-96°C).
Brew Time: 2-4 minutes.
Additional Tips: Pour water in a circular motion to ensure even extraction. Experiment with pouring techniques to manipulate the brew strength to taste.
Coffee Grind: Coarse
Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1 tablespoon - 8 to 14g to taste of coffee per 6 to 8 fl oz of water.
Water Temperature: Just off the boil (around 200°F or 93°C).
Brew Time: 2 to 4 minutes.
Additional Tips: After steeping, plunge the press slowly and steadily.
Coffee Grind: Coarse
Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1 to 3 tablespoons - 10 to 30g to taste of coffee per 6 to 8 fl oz of water.
Water Temperature: Cold or Room Temperature.
Brew Time: 12-24 hours in the refrigerator.
Additional Tips: Experiment by diluting the concentrated cold brew with water or milk before serving.
It's blended to resemble Jamaican Blue Mountain, known for its smooth and rich flavour.
Yes, it's ideal for drip brewing, as well as espresso, Mocha pot, and cafetière.
The beans come from Brazil, Colombia, and Costa Rica.
This blend creates a complex flavour profile, balancing different tasting notes from each origin.
For drip brewing, use a medium grind and follow your machine’s guidelines for water ratios and temperature.
Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Arabica beans are known for their sweet, fruity flavours and higher acidity, enhancing the overall taste profile of the blend.
Use a medium grind and adhere to your machine's water ratio and temperature guidelines.
Yes, it's suitable for espresso, Mocha pot, and cafetière as well.
Arabica beans are known for their sweet, fruity flavours and higher acidity, offering a nuanced taste.
The medium roast enhances the coffee’s natural flavours, balancing sweetness with a mild body.
Yes, its smooth and rich profile makes it ideal for those who enjoy a milder, well-rounded coffee.
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Graham N. (verified owner) –
Excellent coffee for filter. A number of people have said (unprompted) what nice coffee
Mary G. (verified owner) –
Excellent for use in my Cafetiere
Darren Locke (verified owner) –
Purchased for a friend who commented:
Many thanks again for the generous gift of coffee. I opened the Special Drip Blend for my breakfast coffee this morning and it was excellent! I will certainly reorder and also look forward to sampling the other two.