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Tasting notes & flavor profile
Intensity
Aromatic notes
Taste Profile
Gran Espresso is the Lavazza that best embodies the Italian espresso tradition: full-bodied, rich, and with a long finish, designed for the quick extractions of Italian bars where coffee is enjoyed standing at the counter. It's an Arabica-Robusta —with a higher proportion of Robusta than in Super Crema, giving it the signature body and strength of this blend.
Darker than the Turin average roast — the Italian school of medium-dark roasting develops notes of dark chocolate, sweet spices (cinnamon, white pepper) and toasted nutty notes . The acidity is very low, the bitterness is present but balanced, the finish is long and enveloping .
In the cup, Gran Espresso reveals a powerful and masculine : a direct attack of chocolate notes, a very dense body that fills the entire mouth, and an abundant dark brown crema that visually contrasts with the white cup. It's the preferred blend of baristas who want authentic Italian espresso —the kind you find in a neighborhood bar in Rome or Milan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
3kg vs 6kg vs 1kg unit format — how to choose?
The blend and flavor profile are exactly the same across all three sizes. Choose according to your volume:
- Gran Espresso 1 kg — discovery / office low consumption, autonomy 1-2 weeks.
- Gran Espresso 3 kg (this ref.) — standalone bar / intensive office, autonomy 2-3 weeks.
- Gran Espresso 6 kg — medium Italian bar / trattoria, autonomy 4-6 weeks.
Gran Espresso vs Super Crema — how to choose?
These are the two signature Lavazza CHR blends, with distinct positioning:
- Gran Espresso (this reference) — fuller-bodied, darker roast, intensity 8/10, notes of dark chocolate and spices. The true classic Italian espresso. Best as a short espresso.
- Super Crema 3 kg — milder, medium roast, intensity 6/10, notes of honey and almond. Excellent in espresso as well as milk-based drinks.
Who exactly is this 3kg pack intended for?
Target audience: Italian bar / Italian restaurant / office for lovers of strong espresso :
- Neighborhood Italian bar — clientele fond of strong espresso at the counter.
- Italian restaurant / trattoria — after-dinner coffee, Italian consistency.
- High-consumption office (15-25 people) — strong coffee lovers.
- Small restaurant — intense coffee after a meal.
Estimated yield ~428 espressos at standard 7g dose.
Compatible with milk-based drinks or only espresso?
Gran Espresso also works well in milk-based drinks, but its intense profile is best expressed in a strong espresso or ristretto. In a cappuccino or latte, the dark chocolate and spice notes remain perceptible, but the bitterness may be more pronounced than with a milder blend. If your menu features many milk-based drinks, opt for Super Crema 3 kg (more versatile). On a menu primarily featuring espresso, Gran Espresso remains the benchmark choice for authentic Italian coffee.
How to store the 3 x 1kg bags to preserve freshness?
Each 1 kg bag is sealed under a protected atmosphere (nitrogen) and equipped with a degassing valve. As long as a bag remains unopened, it will keep until the indicated best before date (18-24 months). Store unopened bags at room temperature (18-22°C), away from light—do not refrigerate. Once a bag is opened, reseal it carefully or transfer the contents to an airtight, opaque container, and ideally consume within 3 to 4 weeks.
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