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Our Italian Coffee Bean Blend delivers a truly exceptional experience. This premium blend combines the finest arabica and robusta beans, meticulously dark roasted to bring out its unique flavour profile. The result is coffee with a cinder-toffee sweetness and a subtle dusting of cocoa in the aftertaste, both indulgent and unforgettable.
Strong yet perfectly balanced, this full-bodied espresso offers a distinctive depth without being overpowering. The robusta beans create a rich, long-lasting crema, while the arabica adds smoothness and complexity, making every cup a luxurious treat. Whether enjoyed as a bold espresso shot or as the base for a velvety cappuccino, this blend excels in delivering an authentic Italian coffee experience.
With its refined taste and unmistakable character, this blend honors the rich tradition of Italian coffee as a unique and memorable choice.
Beans used: Arabica and Robusta blend
Roast: Dark
Taste profile: Cinder-toffee sweetness with a dusting of cocoa in the aftertaste
Body: Full-bodied, intense, luxurious
Crema: Very thick, long-lasting (5+ minutes) - the richest crema of all our blends
Best for: Traditional espresso, cappuccinos, strong milk drinks
Espresso Machine:
Grind: Fine (standard espresso grind)
Dose: 18-20g for a double shot
Extraction time: 23-28 seconds (slightly shorter to avoid over-extraction)
Temperature: 91-93°C (slightly lower due to dark roast)
Produces the thickest, most luxurious crema
Watch extraction carefully - dark roasts can turn bitter if over-extracted
Moka Pot:
Grind: Medium-fine
Excellent for moka pot - creates an intensely satisfying brew
Use lower heat to prevent bitterness
Results in a strong, traditional Italian-style coffee
Bean-to-Cup Machines:
Very good for automatic machines
Exceptional crema even from entry-level machines
Set to maximum strength
Darker roast means slightly more maintenance (oils on grinder)
Pour Over (V60, Chemex):
Not recommended - dark roast not suited for filter brewing
Will produce a heavy, flat, potentially bitter cup
This blend is designed exclusively for espresso methods
AeroPress:
Grind: Medium-fine
Use inverted method
Very short steep time (60 seconds maximum)
Creates an intensely concentrated brew
Best diluted as an Americano
Traditional Espresso: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is what Italian Mahogany was born for. A short, intense shot with incredible crema. If you drink espresso neat and like bold, low-acid coffee, this is your blend.
Cappuccino: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding. The traditional Italian choice. Cinder-toffee and cocoa notes create a luxurious cappuccino with serious depth.
Ristretto: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect. The concentrated extraction brings out intense sweetness without bitterness.
Latte: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for those who want a strong coffee presence in their latte. Not subtle - this is for people who want to taste coffee.
Flat White: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good, though may be too intense for some flat white drinkers. Continental Blend might be a better everyday choice, but if you want maximum impact, this delivers.
Americano: ⭐⭐⭐ Polarizing - some love the bold intensity, others find it too heavy. If you prefer lighter Americanos, choose Roma or Espresso Blend.
Dairy Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent. The bold, low-acid profile pairs beautifully with whole milk.
Oat Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good, but the intensity can slightly overpower oat milk's subtlety. Works best in cappuccinos rather than flat whites.
Almond Milk: ⭐⭐⭐ Good, though the strong coffee can dominate. Better with dairy or oat.
Soy Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works well - soy's slight bitterness doesn't clash with the dark roast.
Rich and full-bodied, our Italian Mahogany blend embodies the bold intensity of a classic Italian roast. With deep, roasted flavours and notes of dark chocolate and toasted nuts, it delivers a strong, satisfying cup that finishes smooth and well-rounded.
Coffee beans don’t grow in Italy, right? Why then Italian Mahogany? Well, it’s all about the roast. Long ago, Italian master roasters discovered that beans roasted to a rich, mahogany hue, just before reaching the darkest stages, captured a perfect balance. Like the prized mahogany wood, celebrated for its warmth and depth, these beans reveal complex layers of flavour while maintaining their inherent character. Our master roasters honour this tradition, carefully watching as each batch transforms to that distinctive mahogany colour, signaling the perfect moment when sweetness meets strength.
The inclusion of quality Robusta beans alongside Arabica is what gives authentic Italian espresso its characteristic thick crema and full body. Our Italian Mahogany blend honours this tradition while delivering exceptional flavour complexity.
When you brew Caffé Prima Italian Mahogany, you're experiencing a centuries-old Italian art form, where timing, tradition, and passion combine in perfect harmony to create your exceptional cup.
For the best authentic Italian coffee experience:
Espresso Machine: Fine grind, 9 bar pressure, 25-30 second extraction
Moka Pot: Medium-fine grind, low heat for optimal extraction
French Press: Coarse grind, 4-minute steep for a robust cup
Whichever method you choose, these premium Italian coffee beans will deliver a rich, authentic taste of Italy in every cup.
Italian coffee beans aren't grown in Italy (coffee plants don't thrive in the Italian climate). Instead, the term refers to beans roasted in the Italian style—typically a darker roast that brings out rich, bold flavours with lower acidity. The Italian roasting tradition emphasises creating beans perfect for espresso, with qualities that produce the rich crema and full body that Italian coffee is famous for.
Traditional Italian coffee blends typically combine Arabica and Robusta beans for the perfect balance. Arabica contributes sweetness, aroma, and complexity, while Robusta adds body, strength, and helps create that perfect crema on espresso. Our Italian Mahogany blend uses this time-honoured combination to deliver an authentic Italian coffee experience.
For maximum freshness, store your Italian coffee beans in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture. While some people recommend refrigerating or freezing coffee beans, we suggest keeping them in a cool, dark cupboard instead. This preserves the oils and aromas that give Italian coffee its distinctive character. Only grind what you need just before brewing for the best flavour.
The ideal grind depends on your brewing method. For authentic Italian espresso, use a fine grind. For a moka pot (stovetop espresso maker), choose a medium-fine grind. French press requires a coarse grind, while drip coffee makers work best with a medium grind. Italian coffee beans are versatile and can be enjoyed with any brewing method, though they truly shine in espresso-based drinks.
Italian roast is typically darker than French roast, though both are considered dark roasts. Italian roast beans are roasted longer to develop more oils on the surface and a more intense, sometimes slightly bitter character that stands up beautifully to milk. This makes Italian coffee beans ideal for cappuccinos and lattes, where the coffee needs to shine through the milk.
When stored properly in an airtight container, our Italian Mahogany coffee beans will maintain peak flavour for about 3-4 weeks after opening. The beans will remain drinkable for longer, but for the most authentic Italian coffee experience with perfect crema and full flavour complexity, we recommend using them within a month of opening.
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