Delta Coffees

Delta Cafés was founded in 1961 in Campo Maior (Alentejo, Portugal) by Manuel Rui Azinhais Nabeiro, a 30-year-old entrepreneur, in the back room of the Nabeiro. His vision: to offer the Portuguese artisanal quality coffee at a fair price, roasted using the traditional slow method. Delta has over 60 years of uninterrupted history and remains a family business —the Nabeiro-Novadelta Group (4,000+ employees).

Delta is roasted in Portugal, at the historic Campo Maior (Alentejo). The green beans are sourced from more than 15 producing countries — mainly Brazil, Timor, Angola, Colombia, Ethiopia, Honduras — often through direct fair trade via the Delta Foundation.

The roasting follows Rui Nabeiro's signature slow method , which preserves the essential oils and develops the crema . Each blend is roasted in a dedicated batch to guarantee consistency in the cup. Packaged in a protective atmosphere with a one-way valve.

These are the two signature blends in the Delta whole bean coffee range, with distinct positioning:

Delta Gold — our absolute best-seller with over 21,000 customers. A balanced blend of Arabica and Robusta coffees made using traditional Portuguese methods, medium+ roast, intensity 8/10, with notes of chocolate, dried fruit, and toast. A generous body and dense crema. Affordably priced (€24.50 per kilo).

Delta Platinum — premium selection . Predominantly Arabica blend , gently and expertly roasted, intensity 7/10 , with subtle notes of flowers, red fruit, and dark cocoa. Elegant body. Price: €25.91 per kilo.

Our recommendation : Gold for everyday use (Portuguese tradition), Platinum for tasting. See the entire Delta whole bean coffee.

Delta Q is the proprietary capsule system launched by Delta Cafés in 2007.Each capsule is made of recyclable aluminum, contains 7g of coffee and works exclusively with dedicated Delta Q machines (Milk Qool, Naïa, Cottage…).

Delta Q blends available at Cafemalin : Aroma (balanced, traditional), Deliciozzo (mild, fruity), Qualidad (intense), Elegantte (refined), Decaqafeinato (decaffeinated). Boxes of 10 capsules. Unit price €0.48 per cup (Qalidus).

Important : Delta Q is incompatible with Nespresso Original or any other system. See the full range of Delta Q capsules.

Yes. Delta markets several socially responsible products:

• Delta The Harvest Collection Organic Decaffeinated — 500g whole bean coffee fromorganic farming and Rainforest Alliance : a decaffeinated blend of South American Arabicas and African Robustas, intensity 9 on the Delta scale of 15.
• Rainforest Alliance range — several Delta blends are sourced partly from Rainforest Alliance certified (Gold, Platinum), progressive commitment towards 100% packaged coffee certified.

More broadly, the Delta Foundation manages direct fair trade programs with partner producers in Timor , Angola , and Brazil , including training, school funding, and infrastructure development. Delta has received several awards for its social capitalism (Superbrands Portugal, Sustainability Award).

The choice depends on your equipment and your intended use :

• Delta coffee beans — for automatic machines with integrated grinders or professional espresso machines with separate grinders. Best value for money, optimal aroma (ground just before extraction). Available in sizes from 500g to 30kg professional. Absolute bestseller: Delta Gold 1kg.
• Delta Q capsules — for Delta Q machines only. Convenient, guaranteed 7g dosage. Price €0.48 per cup (Qalidus). Ideal for home use.
• Delta Q machines — if you do not yet have Delta Q equipment: Milk Qool (with milk nozzle), Naïa (compact), Cottage (high-end).

In terms of pure cup quality, freshly ground coffee beans remain superior. However, in terms of convenience and consistency, Delta Q capsules win.