How to brew this

Suggestion
Ratio
1:2
1:15
Temp
91°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
Medium-Dark · 7/10
Type
Blend
Species
Arabica
Best for
Espresso
About
Josuma's flagship espresso blend, in the market since 1996, patterned after Italian and European espresso styles and built around Monsooned Malabar beans for low acidity and pronounced sweetness. Sweet, smooth, and mellow with substantial body, a lingering finish, and abundant, long-lasting crema. Positioned as a middle-ground roast that favors sweetness over bitterness or sourness.

FAQ

Is Malabar Gold a blend?

Yes. Malabar Gold is a blend from Josuma Coffee Company, not a single origin.

What roast level is Malabar Gold?

Malabar Gold is a medium-dark roast, 7 out of 10 on Tazzina's roast scale. Josuma Coffee Company roasts it for espresso.

How do I brew Malabar Gold?

Start at 1:2 for espresso or 1:15 for pour-over. Brew it at 91°C (196°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.