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Inspired by the fast-paced lifestyle of Rome, our popular Roma Beans perfectly embody the concept of everyday enjoyment, offering a harmonious blend of bold flavour and smooth character that makes your daily coffee ritual special.
Our Roma Beans are expertly blended with premium beans from Brazil, Honduras, and Vietnam. This trio creates a celebration of flavours, combining the rich sweetness of Brazilian arabica, the lively brightness of Honduran beans, and the bold intensity of Vietnamese robusta. It's all about balance: each origin playing its part to deliver a coffee that's both robust and refined.
Roasted to a medium level, Roma Blend offers a rich profile that's well-balanced and refreshing.
It leans into earthy, nutty undertones with just the right amount of sweetness, complemented by subtle hints of citrus that add a refreshing brightness. And then there's the crema - a thick, velvety layer that crowns each cup, a nod to its Italian espresso roots.
What sets this blend apart is its versatility, balance and sophistication. It offers a softer, well-rounded side to your coffee that makes it perfect for any time of day.
Beans used: Brazil, Honduras, and Vietnam
Roast: Medium
Taste profile: Citrus hints with a nutty finish
Body: Medium-full with earthy undertones
Crema: Thick and velvety, lasting 3-4 minutes, one of our best for crema production
Best for: Everyday drinking, Americanos, black coffee
Espresso Machine:
Grind: Fine (slightly coarser than Espresso Blend if you find it too intense)
Dose: 18-20g for a double shot
Extraction time: 26-32 seconds
Temperature: 92-93°C
Produces excellent crema with proper technique
Moka Pot:
Grind: Medium-fine
Excellent choice for moka pot; citrus notes come through beautifully
Lower heat for smoother extraction
One of our most popular blends for stovetop brewing
Bean-to-Cup Machines:
Works very well
Thick crema even from automatic machines
Set to medium strength for balanced flavour
Pour Over (V60, Chemex):
Grind: Medium
Actually works better than Espresso Blend for filter
1:16 coffee-to-water ratio
Citrus notes more pronounced in pour over
3-4 minute total brew time
AeroPress:
Grind: Medium
Standard or inverted method both work
90-second steep time
Produces a clean, bright cup
Americano: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is where Roma shines. The citrus and nutty notes hold up beautifully when diluted. If you're an Americano drinker, this is your blend.
Black Espresso: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for drinking straight. More complexity than Espresso Blend, with interesting citrus notes that keep it lively.
Cappuccino: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good. The citrus brightness cuts through milk nicely, creating a refreshing cappuccino.
Flat White: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good choice, though Espresso Blend may be slightly more traditional. Roma creates a brighter, more interesting flat white.
Latte: ⭐⭐⭐ Works, but the citrus notes can be slightly muted by large amounts of milk. Better with less milk.
Dairy Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent. The citrus brightness balances milk's richness.
Oat Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good. Citrus and nutty notes work well with oat's creaminess.
Almond Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding match: complementary nutty flavours.
Soy Milk: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good pairing, cleaner finish than with dairy.
Our Roma blend delivers a bold, full-bodied coffee with the richness and depth of a true Italian-style roast. Expect intense flavour with dark, roasted notes, subtle hints of cocoa, and a lingering, velvety finish. Perfect for espresso lovers seeking a strong, satisfying cup with classic continental character.
Medium roast coffees occupy the sweet spot in the coffee roasting spectrum, where the natural characteristics of the beans are enhanced rather than overshadowed by the roasting process. Unlike lighter roasts that can be too acidic or darker roasts that can taste bitter, medium roasts deliver the perfect balance of flavour, aroma, and body.
Our Roma blend honours this tradition by combining beans from three distinct regions – the natural sweetness and body of Brazilian beans, the bright complexity of Honduran beans, and the strength and depth of Vietnamese beans. The medium roast profile captures that perfect moment when the beans develop their full flavour potential while maintaining the distinctive characteristics of each origin.
The result is our best-selling Roma coffee – a blend that delivers consistency cup after cup while offering enough complexity to keep your palate interested. Brew a cup of Caffé Prima Roma, to enjoy the art of medium roast coffee at its finest.
For the best medium roast coffee experience with our Roma blend:
Espresso Machine: Fine grind, 9 bar pressure, 25-30 second extraction
Filter Coffee: Medium grind, 93-95°C water temperature
French Press: Coarse grind, 4-minute steep for a full-bodied cup
Moka Pot: Medium-fine grind, low heat for optimal extraction
Whichever method you choose, these premium medium roast coffee beans will deliver a consistently delightful cup that's perfect for any time of day.
Medium roast coffee is roasted longer than light roasts but not as long as dark roasts, typically reaching internal temperatures between 210-220°C. This roasting level creates the perfect balance where the bean's natural flavours are enhanced without being overshadowed by the roasting process. Medium roasts typically have a brown colour without the oily surface of darker roasts, offering a balanced profile with moderate acidity, good body, and enhanced sweetness.
This specific combination creates a remarkably balanced coffee experience. Brazilian beans contribute natural sweetness, nutty characteristics, and a smooth body. Honduran beans add brightness, subtle citrus notes, and complexity. Vietnamese beans provide depth, strength, and enhance the overall body. Together, they create a versatile blend that performs excellently in any brewing method while delivering consistency cup after cup.
For maximum freshness, store your Roma coffee beans in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture. While some recommend refrigerating coffee beans, we suggest keeping them in a cool, dark cupboard instead. This preserves the oils and aromas that give medium roast coffee its distinctive character. Only grind what you need just before brewing for the best flavour experience.
Medium roast coffee preserves more of the bean's original characteristics while developing a balanced sweetness and body. Dark roasts have more pronounced roasted flavours, often with chocolate and smoky notes, but can lose some of the bean's origin characteristics. Medium roasts like our Roma blend offer more nuanced flavours with moderate acidity and a more balanced profile, making them ideal for people who enjoy coffee throughout the day.
Medium roast coffee beans like our Roma blend are remarkably versatile and perform well in virtually any brewing method. For espresso, they produce a balanced shot with excellent crema. For filter brewing, they reveal complex flavour notes with good clarity. French press brings out their body and richness, while a moka pot accentuates their nutty characteristics. The versatility of medium roast is what makes it the most popular choice for everyday coffee enjoyment.
When stored properly in an airtight container, our Roma coffee beans will maintain peak flavour for about 3-4 weeks after opening. The beans will remain drinkable for longer, but for the most enjoyable medium roast coffee experience with the full spectrum of flavour notes, we recommend using them within a month of opening.
Explore our complete collection of coffee beans from Caffé Prima for more exceptional blends and single-origin coffees to suit every taste and brewing style.
