Tasting notes & flavor profile
Intensity
Aromatic notes
Taste Profile
Carte Noire Professional Balanced — the signature Ho.Re.Ca blend from the French brand Carte Noire . Created in 1978 by Jacobs Suchard, the brand was subsequently owned by Kraft Foods, Mondelēz International, and then acquired by Lavazza in April 2016 — a strategic acquisition to strengthen the Italian group's position in the French market. Production and roasting remain in France ( Andrezieux factory, Loire region ), preserving expertise and DNA Carte Noire. Composition: 100% balanced multi-origin Arabica (South America, Central America, Africa), balanced French roast , calibrated for professional use (bars, restaurants, offices). In the cup: full- bodied , with notes of milk chocolate, dried fruit (hazelnut, almond), and toasted cereals . The universally appealing French coffee for professional establishments.
Compatible machines & preparation method
Office/Restaurant Bean Machine
Automatic machines of all brands
- Grind
- Medium 5/10
- Dose
- 9-10 g
- T°
- 92 °C
- Time
- 25-30 s
Manual espresso
Semi-pro espresso machine 58 mm
- Grind
- Fine
- Dose
- 18g double
- Compaction
- 15 kg
- Extraction
- 25-30 s
French Press
Piston 4 min — really reveals the sweetness of Arabica
- Grind
- Rude
- Ratio
- 60 g / L
- T°
- 95 °C
- Time
- 4 min
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Meanwhile, in the same vein at Cafemalin : Lavazza Aroma Top 1 kg (100% premium Arabica bar), Delta Gold 1 kg (balanced Portuguese Arabica-Robusta blend).
Does Carte Noire still belong to Kraft or Mondelēz?
No — Carte Noire was acquired by Lavazza in April 2016.The Italian group Lavazza purchased the French brand from Mondelēz International (previously owned by Kraft Foods, itself a spin-off from Jacobs Suchard, which created it in 1978) for approximately €700 million. The objective: to strengthen Lavazza's position in the French market, where Carte Noire is one of the leading brands. Production and roasting remain in France ( Andrezieux plant, Loire regionexpertise and DNA Carte Noire. Today, Carte Noire is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Lavazza group.
Is the blend compatible with my automatic bean-to-cup machine?
Yes, all brands : De'Longhi (Magnifica, Dinamica), Jura (E, S, Z, GIGA), Philips (LatteGo, 2200-5500), Melitta (Caffeo, Barista), Krups (Evidence, Intuition), Saeco. Recommended settings: medium grind 5/10, dose 9-10 g, temperature 92°C. Note: 100% Arabica produces a lighter crema than an Arabica-Robusta blend—this is normal, as Arabica crema is light gold rather than chocolate brown.
How many cups can I make with 1 kg?
Estimated yield:
- Strong espresso (7g) : ~143 cups.
- Standard espresso (9 g) : ~111 cups.
- Filter coffee maker (60 g / L) : ~83 cups of 200 mL.
Office 20 cups/day: ~1 week per kilo. Home 4 cups/day: ~4-5 weeks per kilo.
What other Carte Noire formats are available?
Carte Noire offers its range in several formats and intensities: Nespresso-compatible capsules (Espresso Delicate, Intense, Decaf), classic ground coffee 250g / 500g, 1kg beans (this product + Absolu Fort and Intense ranges) and professional packs for restaurants. See the complete Carte Noire.
How to store the 1 kg bag?
Carefully reseal the Carte Noire after opening or transfer the beans to an airtight, opaque container at room temperature (18-22°C), away from light and heat sources. Avoid the refrigerator (humidity and odor absorption). Best before date (sealed bag): 18-24 months. Once opened, ideally consume within 3-4 weeks for optimal flavor.
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