Solok Bloom is the most fruit-forward and expressive espresso in VERLO’s opening range. It combines two Arabica components processed by natural anaerobic fermentation, bringing berry character into a foundation of biscuit and chocolate.
Blend Composition
- Arabica Kerinci — Origin: Kerinci, Jambi, Sumatra (Process: Natural Anaerobic)
- Arabica Solok Maryam — Origin: Solok, West Sumatra (Process: Natural Anaerobic)
The profile moves away from the assumption that Sumatra coffee must always be heavy, earthy, or dark. Its berry character provides the aromatic high notes, while biscuit and chocolate give the espresso enough familiarity and structure to remain approachable.
Cup Direction & Tasting Notes
- Biscuit
- Berry
- Chocolate
Solok Bloom is designed to show a contemporary side of Indonesian espresso. Of the three blends, it has the strongest potential to challenge the conventional expectation of what Indonesian coffee tastes like.
Espresso Character
- Fruit-forward
- Berry-led aroma
- Biscuit sweetness
- Chocolate foundation
- More expressive fermentation character
- More modern cup style than Marapi Gold or Kerinci Noir
Recommended Applications
- Primary: Espresso, Long black, Piccolo
- Also worth exploring: Flat white, Smaller milk drinks, Modern specialty espresso service
Wholesale Role & Best Fit
Feature / modern specialty espresso: Solok Bloom gives a café or retailer an alternative to a conventional chocolate-heavy house blend.
- Specialty cafés & modern espresso bars
- Restaurants with a strong specialty coffee programme
- Coffee retailers & roastery guest slots
- Venues running a second-grinder feature espresso
- Buyers looking for a differentiated Indonesian profile