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Café Bustelo Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast vs Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee

Ravvy scores Café Bustelo Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast at 86.99 and Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee at 93.3. Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee takes the overall pick, best for home baristas seeking a thick espresso crema and smooth milk-based drinks..

Café Bustelo Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast, 12 Bricks (10 Oz. Each) Espresso Dark Roast 10 Ounce (Pack of 12)
87.0

$71

Budget-conscious drinkers should buy this bulk pack for its reliable, high-intensity bold flavor, accepting the lack of complex tasting notes common in artisanal roasts.

Ravvy pick

Lavazza Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee, Medium Espresso Roast, Arabica and Robusta Blend, 2.2 lb Bag (Pack of 2) Super Crema 35.27 Ounce (Pack of 2)
93.3

$48

This is an essential buy for espresso machine owners who want a reliable, cafe-style crema and smooth flavor, provided they don't mind a blend that includes Robusta.

How they score

FactorCafé Bustelo Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark RoastSuper Crema Whole Bean Coffee
Value for money9894.5
Flavor intensity94.5–
Roast consistency85.5–
Brewing versatility8985.5
Storage convenience91–
Crema quality–98.2
Flavor balance–91
Grinder compatibility–82

Café Bustelo Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast

Skip it if third-wave specialty coffee purists seeking subtle acidity

Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee

What owners praise

  • Produces an exceptionally thick and stable crema
  • Balanced flavor profile with low acidity
  • Works well in super-automatic espresso machines
  • Generous 4.4-pound total volume for the price
  • Consistent roast quality across different batches

What to know first

  • Oily beans can require more frequent grinder cleaning
  • Robusta content may be too strong for pure Arabica purists
  • Medium roast might lack the smokiness desired by dark roast fans

Skip it if single-origin purists and dark roast fans

Specs side by side

SpecCafé Bustelo Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark RoastSuper Crema Whole Bean Coffee
UPC074471006342785614564789 785614616624 041953007791
ASINB0CGVS8BTHB07PPV796X
GTIN074471006342785614564789 785614616624 041953007791
Size10 Ounce (Pack of 12)35.27 Ounce (Pack of 2)
Units120 Ounce70.54 Ounce
FlavorEspresso Dark RoastSuper Crema
Varietydark roastSuper Crema
Diet TypeKosherKosher
Item FormGroundWhole Bean
SpecialtyDark RoastKosher Certified
Brand NameCafe BusteloLavazza
Unit Count120 Ounce70.54 Ounce

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