How to brew this

Suggestion
Ratio
1:2
1:15
Temp
90°C

A starting point based on this bean's roast level. Open Tazzina to dial in the grind on your grinder.

About this bean

Roast level
Dark · 9/10
Type
Blend
Species
Arabica
About
In Brazil, coffee is more than a drink — it is a ritual. The cafezinho, or “little coffee,” is the small, strong cup offered to every guest who walks through the door, at any hour of the day. Our Cafezinho dark roast bottles that spirit of hospitality: deep, rich, and always ready to pour. A Dark Roast with Brazilian Soul Dark roasts often trade character for intensity. Cafezinho refuses that deal. We roast carefully selected Brazilian coffees dark enough to develop deep chocolate richness, yet gently enough to protect their natural sweetness. As a result, the cup stays smooth and velvety rather than bitter or ashy. This is intensity with manners — bold on arrival, soft on the landing. What’s in the Cup Expect deep dark chocolate first, followed by molasses sweetness and a velvety texture that softens the intensity. The finish is smooth and enveloping, lingering with gentle sweetness instead of burnt edges. Consequently, this coffee suits any time of day, exactly as a proper cafezinho should. Morning jolt, afternoon pick-me-up, or after-dinner cup: it never feels out of place. Brewing Your Cafezinho In Brazil, the classic method is simple: brew it strong through a cloth or paper filter, then sweeten to taste and serve in small cups. At home, it also makes a rich drip or French press, and its chocolate depth turns espresso into pure velvet. For milk drinks, few coffees hold their own better. Start with a 1:15 ratio for a traditionally strong cup and adjust from there.

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FAQ

Is Cafezinho Blend a blend?

Yes. Cafezinho Blend is a blend from Casa Brasil, not a single origin.


What does Cafezinho Blend taste like?

Casa Brasil lists dark chocolate, molasses and velvety.


How do I brew Cafezinho Blend?

Start at 1:2 for espresso or 1:15 for pour-over. Brew it at 90°C (195°F). Grind depends on your grinder, so there is no single number: Tazzina translates the community grind to your grinder, or guides you to it by taste.


What is Tazzina?

Tazzina is a free iPhone and iPad app for coffee. Save a brew for every bean, grinder, and brew method, dial it in with guided steps, and repeat the cups you love.