Dark roast

Our dark roasts impress with a rich body, low acidity, abundant sweetness, and pronounced roasted aromas. Flavors of dark chocolate, caramel, and roasted nuts will delight lovers of traditional coffees. These coffees are particularly well-suited for espresso machines and fully automatic coffee makers. We'll explain what defines this category and what you can expect in your cup.

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What does dark roast mean?

Coffees in the Dark & Rich category offer a rich roasted aroma but low acidity. Many coffee drinkers associate this with strong coffee, although the caffeine content is not defined by the roasting profile, but rather by the green coffee and the brewing method. With dark roasts, the roasting time and the development of the coffee beans after the first crack are longer, and the bean temperature at the end of the roasting process is higher than with medium roasts. The development time relative to the total roasting time for coffees in this category is between 20-25%, and the temperature of the beans at the end of roasting is between 220-225°C.

As the roasting time increases, the acids are reduced, and the pronounced roasted aroma creates a full mouthfeel. Coffee drinkers who enjoy traditional Italian espresso will find their money's worth here. Flavors of dark chocolate, caramel, and roasted nuts ensure an intense drinking experience. The dark roast tastes great both as an espresso and is also ideal as a base for milk-based drinks. Dark roasted coffee beans, in particular, also lend a sufficient coffee flavor to caffe latte or cafe au lait with plenty of milk.

Preparation recommendation for dark roasted coffee

The coffees in the Dark & Rich category are perfect for full-bodied Italian-style espresso from a portafilter machine or a fully automatic coffee machine. These varieties are equally easy to prepare in a moka pot, but you should choose the grind size so the coffee doesn't taste burnt. You can achieve good extraction and excellent flavor, especially with the Brikka model from Bialetti.

Our Montecristo and Mujeres Fuertes delight the palate with distinctive roasted aromas and rich chocolate notes. If you're looking for a strong coffee with plenty of caffeine, we recommend our organic blend Nocciola, which contains 30% organic Robusta coffee beans. This lowland coffee has almost twice the caffeine of the Arabica coffee plants grown in the highlands, giving the coffee plenty of body and crema, but also a bitter note. Discover our dark roasts now for an intense coffee experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is strong coffee?

Coffee drinkers often use the terms "mild" and "strong" to refer to the roasting aroma and the ratio of water to coffee. Espresso is perceived as strong, filter coffee as mild or light. However, the term "strength" is more accurately described as the caffeine content of the coffee. Caffeine content is determined by the type of green coffee bean and the brewing method. Arabica coffee varieties, on average, contain only half as much caffeine as Robusta coffee beans. If you're looking for a strong coffee, you should choose a blend with the highest possible Robusta content.

What does the intensity of coffee indicate?

The term intensity describes the strength of the coffee's aroma and flavor. Intensity can be divided into ten levels, from light and subtle to pronounced and intense.