What does a “home blend” mean? And how do you make one yourself?

introduction:

You buy a variety of produce, you like the flavor of this one… you like the texture of that one…

Why don't you mix them up and make your own blend?

Homemade blending isn't a complicated, professional thing to do — you can do it with simple tools, you just need to know how to get started.


1. What is homemade blend?

☕ It is a mixture of two or more types of specialty coffee.

🎯 Objective: To balance flavors, or create a special character

🔁 You can do it at a fixed rate or try more than one style.

2. Why do you make a homemade blend?

✅ Benefit from unfinished crops

✅ Combine flavors you love (e.g. chocolate + fruits)

✅ Create a cup that distinguishes you from others

✅ Simulates the flavors of the cafes you like

3. Simple steps to try a homemade blend:

  1. Choose two different crops (eg:
  • Dark chocolate from Brazil
  • Ben Faki from Ethiopia
  1. Start with 50/50
  2. Try the preparation and record your notes.
  3. Adjust the ratio (e.g. 70/30) according to the result.
  4. Keep experimenting until you find a flavor you like.

4. Important notes:

  • Don't mix old with new.
  • Be careful with weight and proportions.
  • Try the same preparation method for each blend (e.g., V60).

🎯 Successful blending depends on repetition and observation.


✅ Conclusion:

Your homemade blend can become your own "flavor" that you can't find in the market.

Experiment and discover a new world inside your cups.

👉 Choose a variety of crops from INGO and grow your own blend.