Firehouse Blend

Tastes like: Milk Chocolate, Forest Fruits, Dried Orange

Strength (Roast level - Light to Dark): 5

Process: Natural and washed

Roast Profile: Medium to Dark

Origin: Brazil, Colombia and Tanzania 

Best if you:

✔ Drink flat whites / americanos 

✔ Like full bodied chocolatey flavours

Big in flavour, Firehouse is a darker hand-roasted espresso blend that tastes rich and sweet like chocolate orange, complemented by cinnamon spice and fruity berries.

This blend is proudly named after our flagship roastery located in an original Victorian firehouse in Brixton. 

Firehouse Blend is a full-bodied coffee with impeccable provenance. The coffee beans are grown by a selection of specialists, mostly family-run farmers in Brazil, Colombia and Tanzania. 

Our version of a 'traditional' sweet syrupy espresso that delivers a smooth and satisfying start to your morning. 

It's perfectly well balanced when drunk black and really comes to life when you add milk. 

We recommend pairing with: A slice of fruit cake or a toasted tea cake. 

Best brewing methods:

✔ Espresso machine: highlights sweetness and body

✔ Aeropress: for a smooth, rich cup

How do I brew this coffee? Explore our brew guides to find the right method for you. 

We removed seals on our bags to reduce plastic in our packaging, to keep your coffee as fresh as possible you can use our convenient coffee clips or our stylish coffee tins.

The Firehouse Blend, crafted by Volcano Coffee Works, represents a deliberate approach to balancing diverse flavor profiles through a combination of natural and washed processing methods. By blending these two distinct techniques, the roaster aims to capture the structural clarity often associated with washed coffees alongside the complex, fruit-forward characteristics frequently found in natural-processed lots. Understanding how these processing methods influence the final cup is essential for appreciating the interplay between the blend's milk chocolate base and its brighter notes of forest fruits and dried orange. For those looking to further refine their palate and identify these specific nuances, consulting a flavor wheel can be a helpful exercise in mapping the sensory experience of this blend. Whether enjoyed as a morning staple or a mid-day treat, this coffee highlights the technical precision required to harmonize varied origins and processing styles into a cohesive, approachable profile.