Sorry, the Fast Show reference in the subject won't make sense to many.
This weekend I roasted 2 batches for my continuing espresso blending experiments. I thought I'd go for something simple and more mellow after my intense one last time. I thought I'd try the favourite 4:3:2:1 ratio (mildest to strongest ratios) this time. So I went 4 parts Brazil, 3 parts Columbian, 2 parts Guatamalan, 1 part Etheopian.
To make sure things roasted well I split the roasts:
Roast 1:
100g Brazilian Cachoera (Hasbean)
100g Brazilian Carmo Estate (Sweet Marias)
50g Harar Horse (Sweet Marias)
Taken 20s into 2nd crack, before any real pace gathered. Smooth surface but no oil.
Roast 2:
150g Columbian La Manuela (Hasbean)
100g Guatamalan Antigua (Sweet Marias)
Taken about 35 seconds into 2nd crack, where 2nd is just starting to gain pace. A couple of beans had a tiny oil spot, and a couple had divots, but most were dry and intact.
I'll give them a go tonight (2 days rest), I might try then individuallly then mix for the proper blend, mainly I want to see what the mixed Brazils give.