Sumatra espresso has a job to do: hold its own in milk. That determines how VERLO develops and evaluates Marapi Gold and Kerinci Noir, the espresso pillars of the range.
What an espresso needs in milk coffee
In espresso and milk-based drinks, body carries the flavour. A coffee built for milk needs sweetness at the centre and enough body to remain present after milk is added.
Verified espresso directions
The current verified flavour directions:
- Marapi Gold: Milk Chocolate, Brown Sugar, Orange
- Kerinci Noir: Dark Chocolate, Warm Spice
These directions are confirmed by internal cupping and reviewed as lots change. VERLO does not publish flavour claims it has not tasted.
How VERLO develops it
Development starts at origin and runs through the roast in West Sumatra. VERLO tests the espresso as espresso and in milk before a profile is considered current.
What a wholesale buyer should evaluate
A Sumatra espresso for milk coffee is only useful if it is repeatable. When evaluating VERLO blends, wholesalers and hospitality partners should consider:
- consistency of the current cup direction;
- 1 kg format for volume use;
- a defined commercial relationship, discussed directly with VERLO.