Creating the MVP Espresso Blend

by **sweaner** on Wed Dec 24, 2008 2:16 pm

I need help creating the new MVP Blend. As I somehow won that contest, I am tasked with coming up with something that would make Dan proud...and hopefully sell some so Paradise will do it again next year. Below is the email that Aaron from Paradise sent:

Aaron Meza wrote:Scott,

Congrats on winning the contest! We will need to get contact info from you so we can send you your espresso. You can certainly get as specific as you want with what you're looking for in an espresso, but for starters answers these questions:

Do you prefer Lighter roasted espresso (northern-Italian style) or darker roasted espresso (southern-Italian / Seattle style)?

In order of most important to least important, what are your desired characteristics (body, sweetness, acidity, flavors - {i.e. cherry, chocolate, herbal, spice, tobacco}, etc.

What is your preferred shot volume? {ristretto (less than 1oz), normale (1 oz), lungo (greater than 1 oz)}

Your first shipment will come with more specific questions, but this should give us a good starting point.

Aaron

My thoughts are to create a very forgiving blend that beginners and the experienced alike can enjoy. I prefer a sweeter blend with chocolate notes, but maybe a fruity note would be nice.

Below please provide any tips and ideas you might have. Let's work on this together and make something special.

by **sweaner** on Wed Dec 24, 2008 2:21 pm

Here is a note for Ian (cafeIKE):

cafeIKE wrote:Great mouthfeel, preserve the varietals, don't burn it EeZeePeeZee

by HB on Wed Dec 24, 2008 3:13 pm

According to the home page poll, 42% of the respondents drink straight espresso, the rest drink cappuccinos/lattes/macchiatos. Many roasters sell blends optimized to one preparation. In addition to the question of dosing/volume, I would add whether it will be served neat or with milk and if so, what volume.

by **shadowfax** on Wed Dec 24, 2008 4:06 pm

How about a coffee so challenging it convinces you that you need a 3-phase Robur and a Speedster?

You could call it WAF 'spro (assuming your SO drinks coffee).

by **another_jim** on Wed Dec 24, 2008 5:28 pm

sweaner wrote:My thoughts are to create a very forgiving blend that beginners and the experienced alike can enjoy.

Don't be ridiculous! You sound like a Folger's employee.

This is your prize, so create a blend that will have the heavens opening and the angels singing for you.

Happy holidays

by **sweaner** on Wed Dec 24, 2008 6:30 pm

another_jim wrote:Don't be ridiculous! You sound like a Folger's employee.

Uh Oh, that doesn't sound promising. :cry:

I have a bit of work to do.

You don't want top know what coffee my wife drinks.

by **ddr** on Wed Dec 24, 2008 6:39 pm

sweaner wrote:You don't want to know what coffee my wife drinks.

That's why we bought a Livia 90, on the most recent version of this machine the single basket doubles as a pod holder. She has her Illy pods, and I have fresh beans. Make something for the real bean folks

by **malachi** on Wed Dec 24, 2008 6:58 pm

Don't create a blend for us.
Describe the espresso you dream of - and let them try and create it.

This is your prize.

by **GC7** on Thu Dec 25, 2008 12:05 am

I agree with those who have advised you to go with your own creation based on your tastes. Too many cooks spoil the meal.

We can all purchase some of the final creation and describe our own taste profiles and brew conditions. It could be a nice experiment.

I've been trying some Toscano Blend the past couple of days as my first pro roasts and I think I'm coming to the conclusion that my tastes lie more in fruitier blends as primary flavors. I love SO Ethiopian shots so my tastes would start there. Your mileage will vary and from your post most likely it will.

Enjoy the prize

by **TimEggers** on Thu Dec 25, 2008 12:12 am

malachi wrote:Don't create a blend for us.
Describe the espresso you dream of - and let them try and create it.

This is your prize.

What he said.

Congrats on your victory and as others have said make your own blend. I want to taste your idea of a great blend. Its your time to shine my friend and good luck.


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