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^^ I've discussed Red Brick (and Sweet Shop, ignoring the fact that the blends do change with time) and have come to the conclusion that they are not the easiest beans to brew. A good cafe should be able to pour either of these, and they'll likely taste brilliant, though I personally think their acidity lends them to taste best with milk.
If you are using a small boiler machine, then I'd try to see if it tastes any better if you start the brew at the top of the temperature cycle, after making sure the machine has had a good ten minutes or so to warm up, plus a small flush.