93.7
Best for home espresso enthusiasts and owners of super-automatic coffee machines
- Medium roast profile
- Arabica and Robusta blend
- Ideal for automatic grinders
$27
Head to head · Coffee & Espresso
Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast vs Ground Espresso Coffee, Classico Medium Roast
Ravvy scores Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast at 95.04 and Ground Espresso Coffee, Classico Medium Roast at 92.64. Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast takes the overall pick, best for moka pot enthusiasts and fans of traditional cuban colada..
Ravvy pick
Cafe La Llave
Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast
95.0
$22
This is a premier choice for Moka pot enthusiasts seeking a high-intensity, authentic Cuban espresso that trades nuanced acidity for a deep, syrupy body and exceptional value.
$16
Buy this if you want a refined, cafe-standard Italian espresso with minimal bitterness, provided you are willing to pay a premium for a smaller volume.
How they score
| Factor | Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast | Ground Espresso Coffee, Classico Medium Roast |
|---|---|---|
| Sustainability | 89 | – |
| Value for Money | 94.8 | – |
| Flavor Intensity | 98.2 | – |
| Grind Consistency | 91.5 | – |
| Brewing Versatility | 76.5 | – |
| Freshness Preservation | 95 | – |
| Versatility | – | 55 |
| Flavor profile | – | 94.2 |
| Value for money | – | 68 |
| Freshness retention | – | 97 |
| Extraction consistency | – | 91.5 |
Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast
What owners praise
- Superior vacuum sealing preserves freshness for months
- Extremely consistent fine grind ideal for Moka pots
- Bold, authentic Cuban flavor profile without acidic aftertaste
- Produced in a certified zero waste roasting facility
- Excellent value per ounce compared to premium competitors
What to know first
- Grind is too fine for some standard paper filter machines
- Very dark roast may be too intense for light coffee drinkers
- Requires careful storage once the vacuum seal is broken
Skip it if light roast lovers or french press users
Ground Espresso Coffee, Classico Medium Roast
What owners praise
- Pressurized nitrogen packaging maintains exceptional freshness.
- Balanced flavor profile with no harsh bitterness.
- Consistently fine grind perfect for espresso extraction.
- High-quality 100 percent Arabica bean selection.
- Smooth mouthfeel with natural chocolate undertones.
What to know first
- Higher price point compared to domestic ground brands.
- 8.8 ounce container is smaller than standard 12 ounce bags.
- Grind size is too fine for drip or pour-over methods.
Skip it if drip coffee and pour-over enthusiasts
Specs side by side
| Spec | Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast | Ground Espresso Coffee, Classico Medium Roast |
|---|---|---|
| ASIN | B0GKJCDQ7R | B00DTR9R9Q |
| Size | 10 Ounce (Pack of 4) | 8.8 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
| Units | 40 Ounce | 8.8 Ounce |
| Flavor | Ground Espresso | Classico Medium Roast Ground Espresso |
| Variety | Espresso | Arabica |
| Diet Type | Kosher | Plant Based |
| Item Form | Ground | Ground |
| Brand Name | Cafe La Llave | illy |
| Unit Count | 40 Ounce | 8.8 Ounce |
| Coffee Type | Coffee Bean | Coffee Bean |
| Item Volume | 40 fluid ounces | 205.5 ml |
| Item Weight | 2.5 pounds | 8.8 ounces |
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- 2.7 ounce double espresso pour
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- 120mg caffeine per 6.5oz can
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- 12-count bulk pack convenience
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