Lavazza Crema e Aroma Whole Bean Coffee, 2.2 lb — Medium Roast, Chocolate-Earthy Crema

Lavazza Crema e Aroma is a 2.2-pound whole-bean espresso blend that delivers a balanced medium roast with earthy chocolate notes and a persistent crema.

From a legacy that began in 1895, Lavazza crafts this Crema e Aroma blend by combining Arabica and Robusta beans to produce a versatile coffee built for espresso and moka pot preparation, while performing well in drip and French press too. The roast aims for a smooth but lively cup, bringing forward mellow earthiness and a chocolate-tinged aroma that complements milk or stands on its own.

What flavor profile should I expect from Crema e Aroma?

This blend emphasizes balance: gentle earth-forward tones with warm chocolate highlights and a rounded medium roast body. The presence of Robusta adds structure and crema, while Arabica beans contribute sweetness and aroma.

• Mildly earthy base with subtle chocolate notes.
• Medium roast clarity—neither too light nor overly dark.
• Robusta inclusion enhances crema and body.
• Suitable for milk drinks and straight espresso shots.

How should I prepare Lavazza Crema e Aroma for the best results?

The blend is optimized for espresso machines and moka pots but remains adaptable for other brewers. Grind size and dose will change the extraction: finer for espresso, coarser for French press, medium for drip methods.

• Espresso: fine grind, 18–20 seconds extraction for a rich crema.
• Moka pot: medium-fine grind, fill water to the valve for concentrated flavor.
• Drip/French press: medium to coarse grind, adjust steeping or brew time to taste.
• Use freshly ground beans for maximum aroma and crema retention.

How intense is the roast and what does the intensity rating mean?

Crema e Aroma is positioned as a medium roast with a higher intensity characteristic—aimed at delivering pronounced flavor without heavy roasting notes. An 8/10 intensity indicates a bold, well-structured cup with noticeable crema and mouthfeel rather than extreme bitterness.

• Medium roast for clarity of origin and roast-derived flavors.
• Intensity reflects flavor concentration and body, not just roast darkness.
• Designed to perform well under pressure (espresso) and in milk-based beverages.

What are the sourcing and ingredient details I should know?

Lavazza Crema e Aroma mixes Arabica beans from Central and South America with Robusta sourced from Africa and Asia, produced in facilities dedicated exclusively to coffee. The bag contains only coffee—no additives—sourced through Lavazza’s long-standing procurement networks.

• Blend: Arabica + Robusta from multiple regions for balance.
• Ingredients: 100% coffee; no flavorings or additives.
• Pack size: 2.2 lb whole beans in a single resealable bag.
• Made by Lavazza, a family-owned coffee company since 1895.

Who is this for? Crema e Aroma is aimed at home baristas and coffee lovers who want a dependable whole-bean espresso blend that produces a lasting crema and a rounded, earthy-chocolate cup. If you routinely brew espresso or moka pot coffee, enjoy milk-based drinks, or prefer to grind beans fresh for versatile brewing, this Lavazza blend offers consistency and a recognizable Italian-style profile.

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