Nicaragua 100% arabica - Fresh coffee beans

The roast date of Café du Jour's coffee beans is usually a maximum of four weeks before dispatch. This means that the coffee beans are generally no older than four weeks when they arrive at your door. Many people ask if coffee beans are already too old after three weeks. The answer to that is: no. Freshly roasted coffee actually reaches its best flavour after a few weeks. During roasting, carbon dioxide (CO₂) is created inside the coffee beans, which can mask the taste at first. That is why coffee is at its best between one and four weeks after roasting. After roasting, the beans are immediately packed in special coffee bags with a one-way valve. This valve allows CO₂ to escape without letting oxygen in, so the aromas are preserved and the coffee remains fresh. This way, you can count on an optimally fresh product with a full flavour!

This coffee consists of large, hand-sorted SHG (Strictly High Grown) EP (European Washed) arabica beans from Nicaragua, grown at high altitude. Thanks to the special washing process and careful selection, the beans are of high quality and virtually free from defects. This results in a unique, clean flavour and a remarkably pleasant experience according to many customers.

Our Nicaragua 100% arabica coffee beans have a mild, nutty flavour with a very light fruity undertone. Many customers find the coffee smooth, full of aroma and refined. The taste is accessible, yet distinctive enough to surprise enthusiasts. According to several reviews, these beans pair well with milk and are therefore very suitable for cappuccinos.

These beans are versatile and suitable for both espresso and milk-based drinks such as cappuccino and latte. Various customers indicate that the coffee pairs well with milk and forms a great base for cappuccinos. However, we do recommend experimenting a little with the grind size, as some users found it slightly more challenging to find the right grind size with this product.

We recommend paying extra attention to the grind size, especially if you are used to mainly making espressos. Some users find that it takes a little trial and error to find the right setting for a fresh and balanced coffee. Start with a medium grind size and adjust to taste. Due to the freshness of the beans, the flavour profile may vary slightly from batch to batch; feel free to taste and experiment to achieve your preferred result.

The Nicaragua 100% arabica coffee beans are medium roasted. They are therefore not too light or too dark, which ensures a beautiful balance between smoothness and strength, without the bean becoming bitter. This makes them very suitable for various coffee styles.