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Espresso Intenso is our own bean roasted for Italian-style espresso: strong, with a spicy, nutty flavour and a subtle hint of cocoa underneath. The bitterness is fine rather than harsh, the body is full and creamy, and a shot pulls with a thick layer of crema on top. Freshly roasted whole beans for the espresso machine.

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Espresso Intenso is the bean to reach for if what you want out of the machine is an Italian-style espresso: short, dark in the cup and topped with a thick layer of crema. It is Café du Jour's own coffee, roasted for that style rather than imported ready-made.

In the cup

The flavour is spicy and nutty, with a subtle hint of cocoa sitting underneath it, and there is a fine bitterness running through the shot. Fine, not harsh: it is the clean, deliberate bitterness an Italian espresso is supposed to have, and it is what keeps the cup from tasting flat. The body is full and creamy.

How strong is it?

Café du Jour rates strength on a scale of 1 to 13, and Espresso Intenso comes in at 12 out of 13, which puts it near the top of the range. That is deliberate. A single espresso is a very small amount of liquid, so the bean has to carry the cup on its own, and an intensity like this also holds its shape in milk rather than disappearing into a cappuccino or a flat white.

Brewing

These are whole beans, meant to be ground fresh for espresso, and they work equally well in a bean-to-cup machine and in a portafilter. Grind fine and aim for a shot of roughly 25 to 30 seconds; if it runs faster than that, tighten the grind.

At a glance

Type: beans roasted for Italian-style espresso
Flavour: spicy and nutty with a hint of cocoa
Body: full and creamy, fine bitterness, thick crema
Strength: 12 out of 13
Format: whole beans, freshly roasted
Best for: espresso machines, bean-to-cup and portafilter

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More Information
Product code	CDJ-CDJESPINTENSO
Brand	Café du Jour
Produced in	Netherlands
Coffee type	Coffee beans, Ground coffee
Strength	12 - Very strong
Flavour	Chocolaty, Nutty
Variety	Arabica/Robusta Blend
Ideal coffee preparations	Espresso, Filter coffee, Cappuccino
Contains caffeine	Yes
Roast level	Dark roasted
Grind	Turkish, Espresso, Percolator, Filter, AeroPress, French press, Chemex

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Customer Questions

What is the roast date?

The roast date of Café du Jour's coffee beans is usually a maximum of four weeks before dispatch. This means that the coffee beans are generally no older than four weeks when they arrive at your door.

Many people ask if coffee beans are already too old after three weeks. The answer to that is: no. Freshly roasted coffee actually reaches its best flavour after a few weeks. During roasting, carbon dioxide (CO₂) is created inside the coffee beans, which can mask the taste at first. That is why coffee is at its best between one and four weeks after roasting.

After roasting, the beans are immediately packed in special coffee bags with a one-way valve. This valve allows CO₂ to escape without letting oxygen in, so the aromas are preserved and the coffee remains fresh. This way, you can count on an optimally fresh product with a full flavour!

Which flavour notes and characteristics can I expect from the Espresso Intenso?

The Espresso Intenso has a powerful and full flavour with a fine bitterness, creamy texture and a pronounced crema. In the aftertaste you will find nutty notes, subtle cocoa and a light spiciness. Many customers appreciate the beautiful thick crema and the deep, Italian espresso experience.

How fresh are these beans and how long do they stay good after opening?

The Espresso Intenso beans are freshly roasted. The packaging always displays the roasting date. Thanks to the resealable packaging and the one-way valve, freshness is well preserved. After opening, we recommend using the beans within 2–4 weeks for the best flavour.

Are these coffee beans suitable for cappuccino or milk-based preparations?

Yes, the Espresso Intenso is well suited to cappuccinos and other milk-based drinks. Customers say the strong flavour and slightly bitter note also hold up well with milk. Thanks to the full body and crema layer, the coffee flavour remains beautifully present in cappuccino or latte as well.

Are the beans dry or oily and does that affect their use in my fully automatic machine?

Our beans are generally dry, but they can sometimes be a little oilier. This can affect how the beans feed through in some fully automatic machines. We recommend cleaning the bean hopper regularly, especially when using oilier beans, to prevent blockages.

Which recipe or ratio should I use to make an Italian espresso with this?

For an authentic Italian espresso, we recommend using approximately 7–10 grams of ground coffee for a shot of 20–30 ml. Some customers prefer a 1:2 ratio (for example, 18 grams of coffee to 36 ml of espresso), but for a classic Italian result you can use 10 grams of coffee and 20 ml of water. Feel free to experiment with your machine to find what suits you.