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 Espresso Ground Coffee, Medium Roast
Ravvy scores Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast at 95.04 and Espresso Ground Coffee, Medium Roast at 92.56. 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.
92.6
$28
This is an ideal choice for home baristas using moka pots who want a refined, fruity Italian profile without the bitterness of darker roasts.
How they score
| Factor | Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast | Espresso Ground Coffee, Medium Roast |
|---|---|---|
| Sustainability | 89 | – |
| Value for Money | 94.8 | – |
| Flavor Intensity | 98.2 | – |
| Grind Consistency | 91.5 | – |
| Brewing Versatility | 76.5 | – |
| Freshness Preservation | 95 | – |
| Flavor profile | – | 89.5 |
| Aroma intensity | – | 82 |
| Value for money | – | 91 |
| Brewing versatility | – | 85.5 |
| Freshness retention | – | 94 |
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
Espresso Ground Coffee, Medium Roast
What owners praise
- Consistent medium roast with low bitterness
- Aromatic floral and fruity flavor profile
- Pressure sealed tins maintain freshness better than bags
- Versatile grind suitable for several brewing methods
- Excellent value in a four pack bundle
What to know first
- May be too mild for fans of traditional dark roasts
- Ground coffee loses flavor faster than whole beans once opened
- Finer grind might require a paper filter in French presses
Skip it if fans of bold dark roasts or oily beans
Specs side by side
| Spec | Café La Llave Espresso Ground Coffee, Dark Roast | Espresso Ground Coffee, Medium Roast |
|---|---|---|
| ASIN | B0GKJCDQ7R | B001EQ5ERI |
| Size | 10 Ounce (Pack of 4) | 8 Ounce (Pack of 4) |
| Units | 40 Ounce | 32 Ounce |
| Flavor | Ground Espresso | Espresso Italiano |
| Variety | Espresso | Espresso |
| Diet Type | Kosher | Gluten Free |
| Item Form | Ground | Ground |
| Brand Name | Cafe La Llave | Lavazza |
| Unit Count | 40 Ounce | 32 Ounce |
| Coffee Type | Coffee Bean | Coffee Bean |
| Item Volume | 40 fluid ounces | 32 fluid ounces |
| Item Weight | 2.5 pounds | 2 pounds |
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