Tasting notes & flavor profile
Intensity
Aromatic notes
Covim Granbar is the benchmark blend for the Italian hospitality industry — the signature blend of Covim (a historic roaster from Sanremo, Liguria, since 1972) in the professional coffee bar segment. A Arabica-Robusta (~70/30), medium in the northern Italian style (Liguria/Piedmont), with a balanced and versatile — no excessive Neapolitan bitterness or high-altitude acidity, the Italian middle way.
In the cup : a well-rounded and indulgent, with a dense, hazelnut-coloredand signature notes of milk chocolate, roasted hazelnut, and malty undertones. Medium body (7/10), smooth acidity, moderate bitterness—a coffee that appeals to a wide audience, straightforward, predictable, yet consistently high-quality. This is the blend found in thousands of northern Italian coffee shops and bars.
Specific dual-dose format : This capsule is designed to extract two consecutive espressos per capsule (via the dual-dose mode of Lavazza Blue LB2310 machines and similar models) — resulting in a cost per cup that is halved compared to a standard single-dose capsule. Pack yield: 100 capsules = ~200 espressos. An unbeatable solution for high-traffic hospitality establishments, large offices (100+ people), and intensive professional vending.
Machine compatibility
Box of 100 capsules · Plastic
Compatible machines:
Often bought together
Coffee Machine – Lavazza LB300 Classy Mini
Lavazza Blue Intenso x100 capsules
Lavazza Blue Tales of Venezia – Lungo Espresso – x100 capsules
Lavazza Blue Chocolate Fondente chocolate x50 capsules
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the bidose format work?
The Covim Granbar double-dose contains approximately 15g of coffee (vs. approximately 8g for a standard single-dose capsule). Usage:
- Insert the capsule into the Lavazza Bluemachine.
- Select the double-dose mode (2 consecutive espressos) on machines that offer this feature (LB2310, LB910, LB1000 pro). On machines that do not offer this feature, press the espresso button twice consecutively.
- The machine extracts 2 short espressos (~25 mL each) with the same coffee, preserving the crema.
Result: two espressos for the price of one capsule — the cost of coffee per cup is halved compared to a single-dose capsule, while maintaining Covim Granbar quality.
Do all Lavazza Blue machines support the bidose mode?
No, only the professional machines : LB2310, LB910, LB1000 (professional versions), and some LB400 professional models. Home/small office machines (LB300, standard LB400, Basic 950) do not have a dedicated double-dose button, but you can extract two espressos by pressing the button twice (less efficient but functional).
If you do not have a bidose machine, opt for standard single-dose capsules: Kimbo Napoli 100 caps (dark roast) or Bristot Arabica Plus 100 caps (100% Arabica).
Real savings vs single-dose or original Lavazza Blue capsules?
Savings on two combined axes :
- Bidose vs monodose : coffee cost per cup divided by two (1 capsule = 2 espressos).
- Compatible capsule vs. Blue original : capsule price generally lower — compare the prices shown on both pages.
In a high-volume hospitality establishment, these two effects are cumulative on each cup served: it is the most economical solution in our catalogue for professional espresso in the Bluesystem.
Taste profile compared to other Blue compatible blends?
The Lavazza Blue compatible capsule range at Cafemalin offers 3 distinct profiles:
- Covim Granbar Bidose (this ref.) — medium roast classic Italian, chocolate/hazelnut/malted, versatile, economical bidose format.
- Kimbo Napoli — dark roast Neapolitan, full-bodied, bitter cocoa/spices/intensely roasted.
- Bristot Arabica Plus — 100% mild Arabica, floral and honey notes, aimed at light coffee lovers.
Who is this bidose format specifically intended for?
Bi-dose format relevant only for high-volume users :
- CHR at 100+ espressos/day — cafes, bars, restaurants, 4-5 star hotels.
- Office space for 100+ employees — coffee rooms / company cafeteria.
- Vending pro intensive — high-traffic vending machines.
For home or small office use (< 20 espressos/day), the single-dose format remains simpler and does not provide significant savings.
Recycling the capsules?
Covim capsules made of polypropylene (PP) plastic — recyclable in the yellow recycling bin after emptying the coffee grounds. The grounds can be composted separately. At Cafemalin, we always recommend installing a capsule collection bin next to the Blue to organize recycling in offices or hotels/restaurants/cafes.
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