Blend Forty Eight

Origin

Tasting notes

Character

• Bright
  30
• Clean
  20
• Funky
  20

BlendBlendCoffees from multiple origins roasted or mixed together for a consistent, balanced profile year-round — the traditional backbone of espresso menus. Forty-Eight was the very first blend crafted by Cartel – and it’s still one of our all-time favorites. Designed to be smooth, balanced, and endlessly approachable, this medium-light roastLight roastRoasted just past first crack to preserve origin character: higher acidity, florals, and fruit, lighter body. The signature of Nordic-style roasting. quickly became a go-to for coffee lovers of all kinds. Over time, we discovered its real magic: it makes a beautifully rounded espresso, especially when paired with milk. This 3:1 blend combines three parts washedWashed processThe fruit is removed from the seed before drying, usually with fermentation and a water rinse. Tends to give clean, transparent cups where origin character shows clearly. coffee with one part naturalNatural processThe whole cherry is dried with the fruit still on the seed. Gives heavier body and big fruit flavors — think berries and wine — sometimes with a fermenty edge., offering a nuanced flavor profile that’s both vibrant and comforting. Because we believe in working with the freshest, most in-season green coffees, the components of Blend Forty-Eight shift slightly throughout the year – but the spirit of the blend stays the same: easygoing, reliable, and delicious in every brew.