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Lavazza coffee beans: choosing the right one for your brewing method
Whole beans suit anyone who owns a grinder, because grind size is what determines the brewing method. Set the grinder fine and the result is a short espresso pulled under pressure; set it coarse and the same beans work in a cafetiere, where water and coffee steep together for several minutes. This is the real advantage of the format: a single bag can serve a moka pot on a weekday morning and a filter machine at the weekend, with nothing more than a turn of the dial. Bean-to-cup machines with built-in grinders, standalone electric burr grinders and manual hand grinders all take whole beans equally well. Within the Lavazza range there are blends for everyday drinking alongside selections developed specifically for espresso machines.
Blend, roast and grind size: the three variables that count
The choice comes down to three things. The blend comes first: a 100% Arabica coffee leans towards floral and fruity notes with a delicate cup, while a share of Robusta adds body, a denser crema and hints of cocoa and dark wood. Next is the roast, marked on every pack, where lighter roasts hold onto brighter aromas and darker ones develop deeper, more pronounced flavours. Last comes the grind, dictated by the method: fine for espresso, medium for the moka pot, coarser for filter and cafetiere. Origin matters too, since Lavazza sources from Africa, Central and South America and Southeast Asia, each leaving its own mark in the cup. Pack sizes run from 250g to 1kg, covering occasional use through to regular daily consumption.
The Lavazza bean blends, one profile at a time
Coffee beans for the everyday cup
For a balanced coffee at any hour, Qualità Rossa pairs Arabica and Robusta into a full-bodied blend marked by chocolate and dried fruit, at home in both espresso and moka. The 1kg pack is built for regular daily use. Where Arabica alone is preferred, Qualità Oro draws together six varieties from Central and South America, sweet in profile, threaded with floral and fruity notes and finished with a velvety texture.
Coffee beans for an espresso with character
When the aim is an espresso close to what a coffee shop would serve, Espresso Barista Intenso leaves a persistent aftertaste of cocoa and roasted coffee, developed for espresso machines with a built-in grinder. Crema e Gusto Classico goes its own way: a persistent crema, an intense flavour lifted by delicate notes of fine wood, and enough versatility to hold up in milky drinks such as a latte or a flat white.
Coffee beans with reduced caffeine
For anyone keeping caffeine in check without giving up the taste of Italian coffee, Lavazza offers two options. Decaf My Easy Day is a well-balanced, aromatic blend in a 500g pack, a coffee with reduced caffeine content that holds the full-bodied character of the Lavazza profile and works in espresso and moka alike. Decaf My Rich Break goes a step further: naturally decaffeinated using carbon dioxide, it brings a richer, deeper profile for those who prefer a bolder cup without the caffeine.
Frequently asked questions about coffee beans
What sets Arabica apart from Robusta?
Arabica offers a broader aromatic profile of floral and fruity notes and carries less caffeine. Robusta lends the cup more body, a denser crema and hints of cocoa and dark wood. Each has its merits, which is why many Lavazza blends combine the two to balance aroma and structure.
Can beans be used in a filter machine or cafetiere?
They can, as long as the grind is coarser than for espresso. A coarse grind suits filter coffee and cafetiere, while a medium one is right for the moka pot. Matching grind to method gives a clean, balanced extraction.
Are Lavazza beans suitable for bean-to-cup machines?
Yes. Lavazza beans work with any espresso machine that has a built-in grinder, and it pays to adjust the grind settings until the cup matches your taste. Lavazza also makes its own bean-to-cup machine, the Assoluta, which grinds, doses and brews at the touch of a button, with WiFi and app control for added convenience.
How should beans be ground for different methods?
Fine for espresso, medium for the moka pot, coarse for filter and cafetiere. Grind size governs how quickly water passes through the coffee, so matching it to the method is what delivers a balanced extraction.
What does the intensity number on the pack indicate?
It points to the body and aromatic strength of the blend on an internal scale, not to quality. A delicate blend reads as harmonious and light, while an intense one has a vigorous, persistent character. Which to pick depends on your palate and your usual brewing method.
Does decaffeinated coffee still contain caffeine?
In small amounts, yes. European regulations describe it as coffee with reduced caffeine content. The Lavazza Decaf blend is treated to bring the caffeine down while preserving the aromatic profile of the coffee.
