Espresso Coffee Blend in a Medium Roast for a Full, Creamy Cup and Classic Northern Italian Character
Espresso coffee blend brings a full, creamy body and balanced sweetness to straight shots, cappuccinos and macchiatos. Its medium roast combines caramelized sugar, roasted almond and dark chocolate tasting notes, followed by a long, sweet, cocoa-toned finish.
Paradise blends coffees from Southeast Asia, Central America and South America for a classic Northern Italian character that works on its own or in milk. Choose the weight and grind that fit your brewing routine: 12 oz, 2 lb or 5 lb, each offered as Whole Bean, Auto Drip or French Press.
Features
- Medium roast balances sweetness and depth.
- Full, creamy body complements straight espresso and small milk drinks.
- Caramelized sugar, roasted almond and dark chocolate are tasting notes.
- Blend combines Southeast Asian, Central American and South American coffees.
- Three package weights each offer Whole Bean, Auto Drip and French Press forms.
Specifications
- Product type: Coffee blend
- Roast: Medium
- Style: Classic Northern Italian espresso profile
- Tasting notes: Caramelized sugar, roasted almond, dark chocolate
- Body: Full and creamy
- Finish: Long, sweet and cocoa-toned
- Coffee origins: Southeast Asia, Central America and South America
- Package weights: 12 oz, 2 lb, 5 lb
- Grind selections: Whole Bean, Auto Drip, French Press
- Espresso starting recipe: 18 g coffee to 36 g espresso in approximately 28 seconds; 1:2 ratio
- Espresso water temperature: 92–94 °C / 199–201 °F; aim for approximately 93 °C / 200 °F
- Recommended rest: 5–14 days after roasting
- Storage: Keep sealed and cool; enjoy within 2–3 weeks after opening
Frequently Asked Questions
Which grind should I choose for this coffee blend?
Choose Whole Bean if you want to grind this blend yourself, Auto Drip for a drip brewing routine, or French Press for that brewing method. For espresso, choose Whole Bean so you can adjust the grind for your extraction.
Does this blend work well in cappuccinos and macchiatos?
Yes, this espresso blend is suited to small cappuccinos and macchiatos, where it retains sweetness and structure. Its full, creamy body also works well as straight espresso.
What espresso recipe should I start with?
Start this blend at 18 g of coffee to 36 g of espresso in approximately 28 seconds, using water around 93 °C / 200 °F. Adjust finer for a more syrupy body or coarser for a brighter structure.
When should I brew and how should I store the coffee?
Brew this blend 5–14 days after roasting for its recommended crema and sweetness window. Keep the coffee sealed and cool, and enjoy it within 2–3 weeks after opening.