Nicaraguan coffee beans
Nicaraguan coffee is known for its smooth and approachable character. The beans often combine a creamy body with flavour notes of milk chocolate, nuts, and a subtle fruitiness. This results in a well-balanced coffee that performs excellently both as an espresso and as filter coffee.
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Nicaragua 100% arabica - Fresh coffee beansFruity, Nutty, Caramel 8 - PowerfulAs low as 7.9521.80 / kg -
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Single Origins - Fresh coffee beans - 7 x 250 gramsVarious flavours 8 - PowerfulAs low as 37.9521.69 / kg -
Kimbo Espresso Bar Extreme - coffee beans - 1 kiloChocolate, Caramel 12 - Very powerfulAs low as 20.1120.11 / kg -
Julius Meinl Espresso Premium Collection - coffee beans - 1 kiloChocolate, Fruity, Nutty 9 - Very powerfulAs low as 22.3022.30 / kg -
Kimbo Espresso Bar Top Flavour 100% arabica - coffee beans - 1 kiloNutty 8 - PowerfulAs low as 20.9420.94 / kg -
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illy - Coffee Beans - Arabica Selection - Nicaragua - 250 gramsFruity, Nutty 7 - PowerfulAs low as 6.2024.80 / kg
What makes Nicaraguan coffee special?
The coffee beans from Nicaragua grow in fertile volcanic soils and often at significant altitudes. This results in coffee beans with a mild acidity, natural sweetness, and a full, creamy finish. Compared to neighbouring countries like Honduras or Costa Rica, Nicaraguan coffees are generally softer and more approachable, making them perfect for everyday use and for coffee drinkers who enjoy a balanced flavour.
Key coffee regions in Nicaragua
| Region | Flavor Profile | Altitude & Climate |
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| Matagalpa | Chocolate, caramel, and a hint of spiciness | High altitude, tropical climate |
| Jinotega | Sweet and fruity, apple and stone fruit | Up to 1,500 m, cool and misty |
| Nueva Segovia | Complex and floral, sometimes wine-like | Mountainous, near the Honduras border |
| Madriz | Mild and balanced, nutty aftertaste | Lower altitude, warm and sunny |
Varieties and processing
In Nicaragua, almost exclusively Arabica coffee beans are cultivated. Well-known varieties include Bourbon (sweet and round), Caturra (fresh and lightly fruity), and Catuaí (balanced and creamy).
Most coffee is processed via the washed method, which enhances clarity. In regions like Nueva Segovia, you also find honey and natural processing, adding a sweeter, fruitier dimension. This gives Nicaraguan coffee a surprising diversity: from bright and fresh to rich and intense.
How to brew the best Nicaraguan coffee?
Thanks to their creamy body and mild acidity, Nicaraguan beans are versatile. In filter coffee, you mainly taste the fresh fruit notes, while espresso emphasises the chocolate and nutty qualities. Due to their gentle character, they are also ideal for cappuccinos and latte macchiatos, where the creaminess pairs beautifully with milk.
If you use a French press, you get a full, rounded cup with a long aftertaste. For a refreshing summer drink, cold brew works excellently: the coffee then gains a soft, sweet freshness.
Buy Nicaraguan coffee beans at Café du Jour
At Café du Jour, we select our Nicaraguan coffee with care. This way, you can taste the pure aromas, whether you choose the creamy coffees from Matagalpa or the fruity complexity from Nueva Segovia.
Order from us and benefit from fast delivery, fair prices, and personal service. Bring the versatile coffee culture of Nicaragua straight into your home.