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An espresso provides the necessary energy boost in the morning or between meals. But it also has to taste good. Treat yourself to your very own personal break and discover our exquisite varieties. You can choose between fruity & complex, Balanced & sweet or dark & full-bodied – whatever your personal taste. Buy espresso now and enjoy espresso roasted in Vienna with every single sip!

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The ideal gift for passionate coffee drinkers. With this coffee subscription, the recipient receives fresh Süssmund coffee at regular intervals. The gift subscription can be redeemed individually by the customer. The recipient can use the gift amount to subscribe to any coffee they wish until the credit is used up. When redeeming the credit, the type(s), quantities, and delivery intervals are individually determined by the customer. Recipients can change the coffee subscription themselves at any time in their customer account. This offers maximum flexibility and convenient administration for the customer.

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This shade-grown organic Arabica coffee is a delightfully nutty, all-day brew. The caffeine was gently extracted using the safe CO2 process before roasting. Aromas of nougat, wafer, and cocoa are accompanied by a light apple note. The medium roast emphasizes this balanced interplay of sweetness, roasted aromas, and acidity.

The Cafeticultores Orgánicos de Oaxaca (Coroax) cooperative was founded in 2012 and consists of 2,000 family-run farms belonging to the predominantly indigenous population of the Oaxaca region. In December 2022, we were able to visit the Coroax and were impressed by the natural beauty of the mountains surrounding Oaxaca City and the warmth of its members. You can read more about our trip in our post on the Coffee Blog.

On average, a family owns around 3 hectares of land in the high mountain regions of the state. Joining forces in the cooperative enables smallholder farmers to improve the quality of their green coffee and market it more effectively.

All of the cooperative's coffee farms follow strict organic farming guidelines. This producer is particularly distinguished by its commitment to preserving the biodiversity of local flora and fauna, as well as fair payment to smallholder farmers. We are particularly pleased to present this low-acid Arabica from Coroax.

We're delighted to present this versatile decaffeinated coffee. This organic decaf coffee is perfect for espresso, cappuccino, or a nutty-sweet filter coffee.

AT-BIO-301

Region: Oaxaca, Mexico

Producers: Cafeticultores Orgánicos de Oaxaca (Coroax)

Varieties: Typica, Bourbon, Mundo Novo

Processing: Washed, CO2 decaffeination

Cultivation altitude: 1200-1500m

Preparation recommendation: portafilter machine, moka pot, fully automatic machine, filter coffee.

Best Taste Recommendation: 2-16 weeks after roasting (best before - 1 year)

Body: 4/5

Fruit: 2/5

Taste profile :

nougat
waffle
Apple

Mexico - Oaxaca Decaf Organic

from €12.90

Fruchtigen Bio Espresso kaufen von Frauen aus Ruanda

This cup of light-roasted organic coffee from Rwanda not only tastes incomparable, but also tells a story full of courage and hope. This fine organic Arabica comes from the Mbizi Washing Station in Rwanda's Kamonyi District—a place where women, working together, achieve great things.

The two founders, Aline and Odette, set themselves a goal: to change the lives of widowed and disadvantaged women. With passion, they not only established coffee production but also distributed goats and fertilizer to secure the families' livelihoods. Every bean speaks of solidarity, strength, and the vision of a better future.

Kamonyi is located in southern Rwanda and offers ideal conditions for high-quality coffee cultivation. The subtropical climate, regular rainfall, and altitudes of 1,400 to 2,000 meters create a perfect environment for the Arabica variety Red Bourbon. The region's fertile clay soils are rich in minerals and give the coffee cherries their unique aroma. Kamonyi is also known for its sustainable farming methods and strong community of smallholder farmers who pass on their knowledge across generations.

This fine, washed red bourbon boasts complex fruit notes of gooseberry and lime, along with a sweet finish of buccaneer. With every sip, you support these inspiring women and taste the dedication that went into every bean.

Region: Kamonyi District

Cooperative: Mbizi Washing Station

Mounting height: 1,400 - 2,000m

Variety: Red Bourbon

Condition: Washed

Preparation recommendation: portafilter machine, moka pot, fully automatic machine

Best Taste Recommendation: 2 - 16 weeks after roasting (best before - 1 year)

Body: 3/5

Fruit: 5/5

Flavor profile:

gooseberry
Lime
biscuit

Rwanda - Mbizi Women Coffee BIO / Espresso

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The espresso for true connoisseurs

True coffee lovers only settle for the best, and true espresso fans know what really matters: choosing the right beans. The selection in the open market usually leaves much to be desired. With us, however, you'll find a wide range of different espressos. We offer roasts from light to dark and rely on sustainably grown coffee beans, traded directly whenever possible. We roast them fresh every week in our own drum roaster. You'll taste this commitment to quality with every single sip of your espresso.

If you're more of a fruity type who appreciates complex aromas and variety, we recommend our light roast. Our Chelbessa Organic Espresso from Ethiopia has a unique aroma with fruity notes. Our medium roast espressos offer the perfect balance between sweetness, acidity, roasted notes, and body. The flavor spectrum ranges from spices and exotic fruits to chocolate and nuts. Discover our Dolce Cerrado from Brazil or Oaxaca Organic from Mexico. Our dark roasts are particularly low in acid. They have a pronounced roasted aroma and offer flavors of dark chocolate, caramel, and roasted nuts. Our customers love our traditional espresso varieties, such as Montecristo Organic from Nicaragua or our Nocciola Organic Blend. We encourage you to try them out and find the perfect espresso for your coffee enjoyment.

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The origin of espresso

As the name suggests, espresso was invented in Italy at the end of the 19th century. At that time, Naples and Milan were considered the centers of coffee culture. But a merchant from Naples found that preparing the traditional coffee took far too long. So he collaborated with the Milanese engineer Luigi Bezzera and tinkered with him on a new preparation method. The two Italians ultimately developed the first espresso machine, which used high-pressure steam to force finely ground coffee in just 30 seconds. Shortly after 1900, this new preparation method conquered Milanese restaurants and from there, the entire world. Espresso and portafilter machines are still produced in Milan today under the Bezzera name.

In Italy, the classic espresso is simply called “caffè.” But this hot drink can be enhanced in many ways with milk and other ingredients. A popular example is the classic cappuccino with foamed milk. Traditionally, the ratio of coffee, milk, and milk foam should be equal. The Viennese Melange, on the other hand, is traditionally prepared with a slightly longer espresso (35-40 ml), more milk, and less milk foam. Espresso also serves as the base for a long shot of espresso and a little hot water, ideally served separately or diluted with it after the espresso has been made. Other popular drinks are cortado, flat white, latte macchiato, and café au lait, which are also based on espresso. As you can see, you can create so many different dishes with espresso. This hot drink is definitely not boring.

Frequently Asked Questions

What defines a good espresso?

A simple espresso consists of approximately 25-30 ml of water and 8-9 g of coffee. More water or less coffee would negatively affect the flavor. The run-time, or extraction time, should be around 25 seconds (+/- 3 seconds). If the espresso runs faster, it's a sign of under-extraction. If it runs slower, it's a sign of over-extraction.
The crema is more of a visual quality criterion than a taste criterion. It contains a particularly high amount of CO2, which is why the crema tastes quite bitter. Nevertheless, a cohesive, albeit thin, crema is a criterion for a good espresso.

How do espresso beans and filter coffee beans differ?

The difference lies in the roasting level. Filter coffee beans are roasted for a shorter time and are developed for a shorter period than espresso beans. Development time in coffee roasting refers to the time from the first crack at around 200°C until the end of the roast. Our filter coffees are roasted for approximately 10 minutes, depending on the roast quantity, and are developed for 1:30 to 2:00 of that time. Espresso beans, on the other hand, are roasted for around 14 to 17 minutes, and are developed for between 2:30 and 4 minutes.
Due to the different roasting times, the final temperature and color of the coffee beans also vary. Filter coffee beans are therefore somewhat lighter than espresso beans. It's worth noting that some coffee roasters don't differentiate between roasts for filter coffee and espresso, opting for an omni-roast approach, meaning one roast profile for all preparation methods. We have chosen to adapt our roast profiles to the preparation method and taste preferences of our customers.

Do espresso beans have more caffeine than filter coffee beans?

No, the caffeine content is not influenced by the roasting time or the roasting profile. The caffeine content varies depending on the coffee variety. The Arabica varieties, which grow at elevations of around 800 m and above, have approximately the same amount of caffeine (1.2%-1.5%), although there are differences within this variety. The Canephora plants – also called Robusta – growing in lowlands below 1000 m, on the other hand, have twice as much caffeine as the Arabica plants (2.2%-3%). This is because the coffee bushes in the lowlands are better protected against pests thanks to their higher caffeine content.
In addition to the coffee variety, the caffeine content also varies depending on the preparation method. For example, while more caffeine is extracted from the coffee bean when preparing an espresso at 9 bar pressure than with filter coffee, you consume a much smaller amount. Therefore, you consume less caffeine with an espresso than with a cup of filter coffee.