How to Choose the Right Coffee Beans for Your Brew – A Kiwi’s Guide by Dairy Beanz
Dairy Beanz TeamIf you’ve ever stood in front of a shelf full of coffee and thought, “Which one’s right for me?” — you’re not alone. With so many origins, roast levels, and flavour notes, picking the perfect beans can feel like decoding a secret language.
At Dairy Beanz Coffee Roasters, we like to keep things simple. Here’s a quick guide to help you find your perfect match — whether you’re an espresso lover, a plunger brewer, or a cold brew fan.
1. Start with the Roast
Your roast level sets the tone for flavour.
- Light roast: Bright, fruity, and floral. Great for filter or pour-over.
- Medium roast: Balanced sweetness and acidity — our most popular everyday choice.
- Dark roast: Bold, rich, and full-bodied. Perfect for espresso or milk-based drinks.
Our Brazil Cerrado is a smooth medium roast that works beautifully across all brew methods, while our Kenya single origin shines as a bright, fruity light roast.
2. Know Your Brew Method
Different brewing styles bring out different sides of your coffee.
- Espresso: Needs a fine grind and beans with body. Try our Medium Dark Roasts.
- Plunger (French press): Coarse grind, medium roast — smooth and mellow.
- Aeropress or Cone Filter: Highlights the lighter, fruitier beans.
- Cold Brew: Works best with chocolatey or nutty profiles.
Tip: Matching the right grind size makes a huge difference. If you’d like your coffee pre-ground, just choose the grind size that matches your brew method when ordering online.
3. Think About Flavour
Coffee flavours range from nutty and chocolatey to fruity and floral.
At Dairy Beanz, we group our coffees by taste notes to make choosing easier.
If you love rich and sweet, go for Brazil or Colombia.
If you prefer bright and fruity, our Kenya or Ethiopia beans might be your perfect match.
4. Freshness First
No matter what you brew, freshly roasted coffee is the secret ingredient.
We roast in small batches to your order right here in New Zealand and ship directly — so your coffee arrives at peak freshness.
Because good coffee shouldn’t sit on a warehouse shelf for months.
5. Ready to Find Your Coffee Match?
Try our Find Your Coffee Match page to discover blends or single origins espresso beans nzthat fit your flavour and brew style.
Whether you’re after a bold espresso or a bright filter roast, there’s a Dairy Beanz coffee waiting for you.
Last Pour
Coffee is personal — that’s what makes it fun. With the right beans and a little know-how, every brew can taste café-quality right at home.
👉 Explore our fresh roasted range at www.dairybeanz.co.nz and taste the difference freshness makes.