52 Blend
We brought out the big guns for this one!! Traditional grunty origins roasted dark. With the fine subtle flavours our fluid bed can produce, we keep this incredibly balanced. Dark chocolate, plum and faint leather.
Origin: various
Roast Level: Dark
Tasting Notes:
dark chocolateplumleather
Available Sizes & Prices
250g: $15.63
500g: $31.00
1kg: $59.00
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Brewing Guides
Hario Switch
Temperature
92°C (198°F)
Ratio
1:15 (15g : 225g)
Grind
1Zpresso J ~30 clicks (medium-fine start)
Grind Adjustment
if sour: grind 1-2 clicks finer; if bitter: grind 1-2 clicks coarser
Brewing Steps
- 1. Bloom with 40g water for 30 seconds
- 2. Pour to 120g by 0:45 (gentle concentric pours), stir once to ensure even saturation
- 3. Pour to 225g by 1:10, give one gentle stir, seal the Switch and let steep
- 4. At 2:10 open the Switch to drain; allow draining to finish (~20–30s)
- 5. Total time ~2:40–2:50. Decant and serve immediately
Pro Tips
- 💡 Use the Switch for full-immersion extraction: aim for even saturation during the bloom and a single gentle stir to preserve balance and highlight dark chocolate/plum notes.
- 💡 Key factor: control contact time and grind first—dark roasts extract fast, so keep steep time and temperature slightly lower than for lighter roasts to avoid harshness.
Troubleshooting
Sour → Grind 1–2 clicks finer, increase steep by 15–30s or raise temp by 1–2°C; ensure thorough bloom and even agitation. Bitter → Grind 1–2 clicks coarser, shorten steep by 15–30s or reduce temp by 1–2°C; reduce agitation and avoid over-extraction during drain.
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