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JWC Seasonal Blend: Merdeka Blend
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JWC Seasonal Blend: Merdeka Blend

JWC Seasonal Blend: Merdeka Blend

RM45.00 MYR
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Merdeka Blend is JWC Roastery's celebratory blend, created to honour the spirit of Malaysia's Independence through coffee.

Inspired by the flavours that unite us as Malaysians, this seasonal blend brings together exceptional coffees from Thailand, Costa Rica and Colombia to create a vibrant, expressive cup. Balancing floral elegance, juicy fruit and chocolate sweetness, Merdeka Blend offers a modern specialty coffee experience while capturing the familiar taste of home.

Expect notes of sirap bandung, hibiscus, chocolate and orange peel, delivering a cup that is bright, nostalgic and full of celebration.

Why This Coffee Exists

Every Merdeka is a reminder of who we are and what brings us together.

Merdeka Blend was created to celebrate Malaysia's rich cultural diversity through coffee. Rather than representing a single origin, it combines carefully selected coffees from across Asia and Latin America, expressing harmony through different terroirs, varieties and processing methods.

Each component contributes its own unique character—floral aromatics, vibrant fruit, balanced sweetness and clean structure—coming together in a cup that reflects the warmth, diversity and unity that define Malaysia.

Like Merdeka itself, this blend is a celebration meant to be shared.

Coffee Origins

Thailand Chiang Rai — Double Anaerobic Honey Process

Contributes vibrant fruit complexity, sweetness and a rich, syrupy body.

Costa Rica Mirazu Catajo — Raisin Honey Process

Adds floral elegance, caramelised sweetness and refined acidity.

Colombia Huila Pitalito — Washed Process

Brings clarity, citrus brightness and a clean, balanced finish.

Best For
  • Espresso
  • Pour Over
  • Latte
  • Flat White
  • Cappuccino
  • Coffee enthusiasts who enjoy layered, expressive flavours
  • Celebrating special occasions or sharing with friends

Taste & Performance

Perceived Acidity: Medium

Body: Medium

Sweetness: Medium to High

Main Notes: Sirap Bandung • Hibiscus • Chocolate • Orange Peel

Finish: Floral, sweet and refreshing

Roast Level: Medium Roast

Best with: Espresso, Pour Over and Milk-Based Coffee

Why Choose This Blend

Choose Merdeka Blend for a vibrant, celebratory coffee inspired by Malaysia's spirit of unity, combining floral elegance, nostalgic sweetness and lively citrus in a beautifully balanced cup.

Who Should Not Buy This

Merdeka Blend may not be the right choice if you:

  • Prefer very low-acidity coffees with rich chocolate-only profiles.

  • Enjoy bold, heavy-bodied espresso with minimal fruit character.

  • Are looking for a traditional medium-dark roast focused on nutty flavours.

  • Prefer coffees with strong fermentation or wine-like intensity.

If you appreciate balanced acidity, floral aromatics and a vibrant, fruit-forward cup with a nostalgic Malaysian twist, Merdeka Blend is made for you.

So, how do you know what grind to use?

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  1. Coarse:
    • Coarse grinds are chunky pieces of coffee beans, similar to coarse sea salt
  2. Medium-Coarse:
    • Saddling between coarse and medium, this grind looks like rough sand
  3. Medium:
    • The middle of all grind sizes, medium grounds are similar to the consistency of sand
  4. Medium-Fine:
    • The medium-fine grind is a staple grind size, with texture like table salt
  5. Fine:
    • Finer than table salt, fine grind is typically the size of most pre-ground coffee
Brewing Method Brew Time Coffee to Water Ratio Bottom-Top Sieve
Pour Over 3:40 min 1:16 400 – 800 µm
French Press 10:00 min 1:13 600 – 1000 µm
AeroPress 2:20 min 1:15 500 – 900 µm
Moka Pot 1:30 min 1:11 350 – 700 µm
Drip Brewer N/A 1:17 400 – 900 µm
Espresso 0:26 min 1:2 250 – 500 µm
Cold Brew 16 hours 1:10 600 – 1100 µm
Syphon 1:40 min 1:15 400 – 800 µm