Alton Brown’s special Multitasker is a blend of 60 percent Nicaraguan, 25 percent Costa Rican, and 15 percent Sumatra coffee beans. On his site, the chef and culinary expert says the tasting notes of the Multitasker are “toffee, black cherries, toasted sesame seeds, and just a dash of old library book … in a good way” (via
Alton Brown).
Though the coffee beans are arabica beans, Brown states that the flavors come from the “differences in terroir, that is where and how they’re grown, harvested, and processed means each brings distinct characteristics to the cup.” This careful sourcing and roasting approach ensures a balanced extraction across multiple brewing methods.
The coffee, Brown explains, is called the Multitasker because it’s designed to taste rich and flavorful no matter what brew method you use. The coffee can be brewed using a French press, a pour-over method, an electric drip machine, or a moka pot. Each technique highlights different aspects of the blend’s complex profile.