Finding Good Coffee Beans:
Black Betty vs Perky Jo
Looking for good beans for your daily coffee? Black Betty and Perky Jo are two of 1961 Coffee’s blends, roasted in Melbourne to deliver distinct flavour experiences. Compare their taste, body and brewing suitability to find the right coffee for your preferences.
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Which Coffee Is Right for You?
Good beans are the ones that match your taste preferences and brewing style. Black Betty offers a rich, full-bodied profile with dark chocolate, hazelnut and orange zest notes, while Perky Jo is brighter and livelier, with toffee, caramel and pineapple notes. Both blends offer a different way to enjoy specialty coffee beans at home. Compare their flavour profiles below to discover which one suits you.
| Feature | Black Betty | Perky Jo |
|---|---|---|
| Flavour Profile | Dark chocolate, roasted hazelnut and a hint of orange zest | Toffee, caramel, hazelnut and a touch of pineapple |
| Body | 4 out of 5Full-bodied | 3 out of 5Smooth and balanced |
| Acidity | 2 out of 5Low | 3 out of 5Medium |
| Roast | Dark roast | Medium-dark roast |
| Best For | Espresso and milk-based drinks | Everyday coffee, espresso and filter brewing |
| Recommendation | Choose Black Betty if you enjoy a bold, rich coffee with deep chocolate notes. | Choose Perky Jo if you prefer a brighter, sweeter and fruitier cup. |
More Details on Each Coffee
Black Betty
Black Betty is a rich, full-bodied blend of Guatemalan and Brazilian beans, with notes of dark chocolate, hazelnut and orange zest and an exceptionally smooth finish. It is a great option for coffee lovers who enjoy a bold flavour. If you are looking for good coffee beans with a pronounced chocolate character, Black Betty is worth exploring. It works well for espresso and milk-based drinks, and it pairs well with soy and almond milk.
- Rich, full-bodied flavour
- Dark chocolate and hazelnut notes
- Exceptionally smooth finish
- Suitable for espresso and milk drinks
Perky Jo
Perky Jo is a bright, lively micro roast blend of Brazilian Cerrado and New Guinea Highlands beans, with notes of toffee, caramel, hazelnut and pineapple. Its sweet, fruity character makes it an approachable choice for everyday coffee, and it won a Bronze Medal at the Australian International Coffee Awards in 2014. If you are exploring good beans for your daily brew, Perky Jo is worth considering if you like a brighter cup.
- Bright, lively character
- Toffee and caramel notes
- Sweet, fruity flavour
- Suitable for everyday brewing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is stronger, Black Betty or Perky Jo?
In flavour, Black Betty is the bolder cup: it is rich and full-bodied, with dark chocolate and hazelnut notes. Perky Jo is brighter and livelier, with toffee, caramel and pineapple notes.
Caffeine content depends on the beans and how you brew, so we describe our coffees by flavour and body rather than by caffeine strength.
Which coffee is better for milk drinks?
Black Betty is our pick for milk drinks. Its full body comes through milk, and it pairs well with soy and almond milk.
Perky Jo suits milk coffee drinkers who like a brighter, fruitier cup. See our guide to coffee beans for milk coffee.
Can I use both beans for espresso?
Yes. Both Black Betty and Perky Jo are available as whole beans or with an Espresso grind, so you can use either in an espresso machine.
Use 18 to 20 g for a double shot and aim for 25 to 30 seconds. Read our guide to coffee beans for espresso.
Which coffee has less acidity?
Black Betty is the better choice if you want less acidity, because it is richer and smoother. Perky Jo is the brighter blend, so its acidity is more noticeable.
Are these single origin coffees?
No, both are blends. Black Betty combines beans from Guatemala and Brazil, and Perky Jo combines beans from Brazilian Cerrado and the New Guinea Highlands.
If you want a single origin, browse our coffee beans collection.
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