DeLonghi Espresso Selezione Coffee Beans DLSC617, 1kg, Medium Roast, 70% Arabica 30% Robusta, Intensity 4. The coffee beans have a balanced, pleasant texture, subtle acidity, and floral notes, slightly spiced with fresh fruits and roasted nuts. The De’Longhi Selezione blend is ideal for milk-based drinks like Cappuccino or Latte Macchiato, as well as for an authentic Espresso.
Blend: 70% Arabica beans and 30% Robusta beans. Origin: Colombia, Brazil, Guatemala, Ethiopia, Congo, Java, India. Sensory Profile: The carefully selected 100% Arabica beans are perfectly balanced and offer an intense aroma to the prepared beverages. Intense and sweet aftertaste with notes of fresh fruits and very slightly spiced with aromas of roasted nuts and cocoa.
Roasting Level: 3 - medium. Aroma: 5 out of 6. Intensity: 4 out of 6. Cream: 2-4 mm, medium texture, hazelnut color. Notes: floral, fruity, roasted nuts, cocoa.
Coffee Storage: To keep the beans fresh for as long as possible, they should be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place, such as a cupboard or a sideboard. Make sure they are not near a stove or a window with direct sunlight to avoid heating. Ideally, use airtight ceramic or metal containers.
Characteristics of a perfect espresso:
- Compact, dense, with hazelnut-colored cream
- Balanced and lasting taste, lasting 3-4 minutes
- Dense and full-bodied
- Full, rich, and balanced aroma
For a perfect espresso as described above, it is important to use freshly ground coffee.
Characteristics of a perfect cappuccino:
- Creamy
- Dense
- At the ideal temperature
- With milk foam until the last drop!
A perfect cappuccino consists of 1/3 espresso, 1/3 hot milk, and 1/3 milk foam.
