Brewing Guide

Discover the art of brewing coffee the Greendale way. Whether you’re using a classic pour-over or an espresso press, these methods will help you bring out the best flavors.

Find Your Coffee Personality

We suggest the perfect coffee to match mood & personality

Personality traits & Mood

Creative Expressive & Imaginative

Romantic Dreamy & Delicate

Focused, Grounded & Practical

Intense, Alert & Nocturnal

Adventure, Bold & Wild

Ambitious, Driven & Energetic

Homely, Relaxed & Practical

Coffee mix

100% Arabica (A)

80 : 20

A : R

70 : 30

A : R

30 : 70

A : R

50 : 50

A : R

100% Robusta (R)

40 : 40 : 10

A : R : C

(Chicory)

Type of roast

Light roast

Medium roast

Medium roast

Dark roast

Medium roast

Dark roast

Dark roast

Type of grind

Medium coarse grind

Medium coarse grind

Medium coarse grind

Medium coarse grind

Medium Coarse

grind

Fine or Extra Fine grind

Medium Fine/

coarse grind

Brewing method

Pour-over

Pour over or Filter

French press or Chemex

Espresso/ French press or

French Press, Chemex  or cold brew

Espresso or Moka

Indian Filter

Bright, Creative

& Mindful

Coffee mix : 100% Arabica (A)
Type of roast : Light 
Type of grind : Medium coarse
Brewing method: Pour-over

Romantic Dreamy

& Delicate

Coffee mix : 80 A : 20 R

Type of roast : Medium

Type of grind : Medium Fine
Brewing method: Pour over or Filter

Focused, Grounded &

Practical

Coffee mix : 70 A : 30 R
Type of roast : Medium
Type of grind : Medium coarse
Brewing method: French press or Chemex

Intense, Alert &

Nocturnal

Coffee mix : 30 A : 70 R
Type of roast : Dark roast
Type of grind : Fine/ Medium fine
Espresso or French press 

 

Adventure, Bold &

Wild

Coffee mix : 50 A : 50 R
Type of roast : Medium
Type of grind : Medium coarse
Brewing method: French Press, Chemex or cold brew

Ambitious, Driven &

 Energetic

Coffee mix : 100% Robusta (R)

Type of roast : Medium

Type of grind : Fine or Extra Fine
Brewing method: Espresso or Moka

Homely, Relaxed &

Practical

Coffee mix : 40 A : 40 R : 10 C
(Chicory)

Type of roast : Dark
Type of grind : Medium Fine or coarse
Brewing method: Indian Filter

Arabica beans are characterized by a smooth, sweet flavour with complex notes of notes of dark chocolate, roasted nuts, almonds, maple syrup, or hints of fruit/citrus, It has medium acidity that defines its pleasant taste, and a caffeine content of  1.5%.

 

Arabica Drinkers value quality, origin stories, craftsmanship, mindful routines. They are emotional, thoughtful, creative and prefer balance

 

Robusta is known for its strong, bold flavour with earthy, nutty, and a full body. It Adds depth, boldness, and a richer, creamier mouth feel. It has Lower sugar content (3–7%) which highlights the bitter notes. Robusta has a caffeine content of 2.2–2.7%.

Robusta Drinkers value strength, efficiency, consistency, functional results. They are decisive, resilient, bold and action oriented.

 

Arabica–Robusta Blend Drinkers are adaptable, balanced mindset, strategic, flexible under pressure and socially versatile.

 

Chlorogenic acid is a bioactive polyphenol found in plants like coffee and tea, formed from the ester of caffeic acid and quinic acid. It is a potent antioxidant and has various biological effects, including anti-inflammatory, neuro-protective, and anti-tumor properties.

 

Coffee substitutes: Chicory is a plant from the dandelion family with a blue flower. The root is used as a coffee substitute. Chicory root is roasted and ground to add a similar flavour and aroma to coffee,