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The combination of an Italian recipe, dark roast and an Arabica-Robusta blend gives these beans a pronounced character. The crema they produce is notably firm, which suits the Italian espresso style.

Caffè Izzo combines over forty years of roasting experience with traditional Neapolitan methods. Their blends are tailored to the Neapolitan espresso style: full-bodied, aromatic and with a dense crema, which makes the beans distinct from generic Italian brands.

Izzo Gold is the mildest and most approachable blend. Izzo Silver has more body and a firmer profile, while Izzo Grand Espresso is the most intense with the strongest Neapolitan flavour. The choice depends on how strong you prefer your coffee.

Yes, Izzo coffee beans work well in fully automatic espresso machines. Set the grind to fine to medium-fine depending on your machine and desired extraction time. They are also suitable for semi-automatic machines with a portafilter.

Yes, Izzo sample packs include a selection of the available blends. They let you try different coffees at home to find the one that suits your taste without buying a large quantity of a single blend.

Yes, Izzo coffee beans are used by hospitality businesses for their consistent quality and strong crema. The 1 kilogram packaging is practical, and larger orders are available via our webshop.

The coffee is grown in Honduras and Peru. Both countries lie within the coffee belt and have a climate that is ideal for growing Arabica at higher altitudes.

Yes. All Café Intención products are certified organic and carry the Fairtrade label. The brand meets the international standards for fair trade and organic farming.

Yes. Café Intención also offers coffee pads. These are suitable for standard pad machines and have the same organic and Fairtrade quality as the beans and ground coffee.

Aromatico is milder and more aromatic in flavour. Intensivo is stronger and fuller. If you like a light coffee, choose Aromatico; if you want a bolder cup, choose Intensivo.

Café Intención uses only 100% Arabica beans. These beans come from project cooperatives in Honduras and Peru. Arabica is known for its smooth, aromatic flavour and lower bitterness compared with Robusta.

Lavazza is known worldwide for its consistent quality, balanced blends and wide range. There is therefore a suitable option for almost every taste.

Popular choices include Lavazza Crema e Aroma, Lavazza Qualità Oro and Lavazza Super Crema. Which one suits you best depends on your preference for strength, aroma and body.

Qualità Oro has a softer, more aromatic character with refined flavour notes. Crema e Aroma is fuller in flavour and is known for its rich crema.

Lavazza beans are widely used in bean-to-cup machines and deliver a good balance of taste, aroma and crema.