Black Bear Coffee Blend

Malt chocolate, cherry, roasted hazelnut

weight 250g 1kg

Grind Beans French Press Filter | Aeropress Espresso | Stovetop

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ROAST LEVEL
Medium dark
VARIETAL
Bourbon
PROCESS
Pulped natural and washed
ALTITUDE
N/A
LOCATION
Central and South America

Our homage to a classic Brazil based blend

Comprised from two fantastic stand alone single origins, scoring above 80% on the cupping table. This blend delivers deep, rich chocolate notes and big body. Great for espresso based drinks and is especially chocolatey when milk is added, yet versatile and enjoyable with any brew method. Roasted to a medium/dark enabling full caramelisation bringing out the natural sweetness and body within the cup.

Awarded 2 star 'Great Taste Awards' three years running.

The Origins Behind Black Bear

Black Bear is built on two single-origin coffees from Brazil and Central America — regions where the Bourbon varietal thrives and consistently produces the rich chocolate and hazelnut character this blend is known for.

Brazil is the world's largest specialty coffee producer, with vast growing regions across Minas Gerais and São Paulo sitting between 800 and 1,200 metres above sea level. The pulped natural process used here — where the cherry skin is removed but the bean dries in contact with the fruit mucilage — develops a dense sweetness and full body with natural low acidity. It's the process largely responsible for the malt chocolate depth at the heart of Black Bear.

The washed component from Central America brings clarity and structure to the blend. Together, the two origins create something greater than either alone — the natural richness of Brazil balanced by the clean precision of a washed Central American, delivering a cup that works from espresso through to French press without compromise.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best coffee blend for a rich chocolatey espresso at home?

Black Bear delivers malt chocolate and hazelnut notes from two 80+ SCA-scored origins. Its full body and medium/dark roast make it well-suited to home espresso machines at standard extraction parameters (9 bar, 25–30 sec).

Does this coffee work well in lattes and cappuccinos?

Yes. The medium/dark roast level and full body are specifically suited to milk-based drinks — the malt-chocolate flavour remains distinct through steamed whole or oat milk.

Can I use this blend with a French press or filter brewer?

Yes. Black Bear is formulated to be versatile across brew methods. For filter, use a coarser grind and a 1:15–1:17 coffee-to-water ratio to balance body and sweetness.

Is medium/dark or light roast better for chocolatey coffee?

Medium/dark roasts produce malt-chocolate and caramel notes through Maillard and caramelisation reactions. Light roasts retain more acidity and fruit. If chocolate depth is the goal, medium/dark is the preferred roast level.

What grind setting should I use?

Available pre-ground for Beans, French Press, Filter, or Espresso. Select grind type at checkout. For bean orders, a burr grinder set to medium-fine (espresso) or medium-coarse (filter/French press) is recommended.

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Black Bear Coffee Blend