
Best for moka pot enthusiasts and fans of traditional cuban colada.
- Dark roast Cuban style espresso
- Four 10-ounce vacuum sealed bricks
- Family owned heritage since 1870
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Ravvy scores Café Bustelo Espresso Style Dark Roast Ground at 87.11 and Dark Roast Ground Espresso Coffee, 16 oz Bricks at 92.37. Dark Roast Ground Espresso Coffee, 16 oz Bricks takes the overall pick, best for traditionalists and moka pot users who love intense, high-caffeine espresso.

Cafe Bustelo
Price unavailable
Budget-conscious espresso lovers should buy this for its consistently bold, reliable flavor profile that stands up exceptionally well to milk and sugar.
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Cafe La Llave
$8
Buy this if you want an affordable, heavy-hitting espresso that cuts through milk perfectly, provided you are comfortable with a very fine grind.
| Factor | Café Bustelo Espresso Style Dark Roast Ground | Dark Roast Ground Espresso Coffee, 16 oz Bricks |
|---|---|---|
| Value for money | 98 | – |
| Flavor intensity | 94 | – |
| Texture and body | 91 | – |
| Brewing versatility | 89.5 | – |
| Freshness retention | 82.5 | – |
| Grind Precision | – | 88 |
| Roast Intensity | – | 95 |
| Value for Money | – | 97.5 |
| Brewing Versatility | – | 72 |
| Packaging Freshness | – | 94 |
Skip it if light roast enthusiasts or specialty coffee purists who prefer subtle floral notes.
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Skip it if fans of light floral roasts or those who prefer coarse french press grinds
| Spec | Café Bustelo Espresso Style Dark Roast Ground | Dark Roast Ground Espresso Coffee, 16 oz Bricks |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 074471000500 | 072323015450 072323016044 |
| ASIN | B00196WXNG | B004T6G9VA |
| GTIN | 074471000500 | 072323015450 072323016044 |
| Size | 10 Ounce (Pack of 1) | 16 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
| Units | 10 Ounce | 16 Ounce |
| Flavor | Espresso Dark Roast | Ground Espresso |
| Variety | Espresso Dark Roast | Cuban-style espresso |
| Diet Type | Gluten Free | Kosher |
| Item Form | Ground | Ground |
| Specialty | Certified Organic | Kosher Certified |
| Brand Name | Cafe Bustelo | Cafe La Llave |
| Unit Count | 10 Ounce | 16 Ounce |

Best for moka pot enthusiasts and fans of traditional cuban colada.

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