Delta Q EpiQ No. 14 — 100 capsules (10 × 10)

Two intense blends, but with a noticeable difference in quality:

• Qharisma N°12 — high-end coffee , with a controlled dark roast. Notes of dark chocolate and spices, with a pronounced but balanced bitterness.
• EpiQ No. 14 (this product) — the first extension beyond No. 12, a very dark, deep roast. Intense dark chocolate notes + empyreumatic (toasted, subtle smoke), maximum body, exceptional length.

In practice, EpiQ is a step above in perceived intensity: you can feel the difference from the first sip. It's reserved for enthusiasts who find Qharisma "still too balanced." To go beyond EpiQ, see Uniq No. 16 (second expansion, 10-capsule discovery pack).

TheDelta Q scale was expanded in two stages to meet consumer demand:

• Historical scale 1-12 (approximately 2007-2019) — from the mildest No. 1 to the most intense classic No. 12 (Qharisma).
• Extension 1^: No. 14 (EpiQ) — launched to cater to enthusiasts seeking "even more" than Qharisma. Very dark roast.
• Extension 2e^: No. 16 (Uniq) — the second, more recent extension, a bold blend pushing the boundaries of capsule espresso. See Uniq.

This extension positions Delta Q as one of the most intense capsule ranges on the market10/10 Italian blends Blue.

Exactly 100 espressos — each capsule = 1 cup. Estimated yield (Intensity No. 14 is best consumed as a single shot, not by volume, therefore yields slightly longer than a balanced blend):

• Household 2 espressos/day (ultra-strong lover) — ~50 days, or ~1.5 months.
• Household 1 very strong espresso/day (concentrated pleasure dose) — ~100 days, or 3+ months.
• Small office for 5-10 people, with 20% preferring the very intense blend — ~50-100 days.

For more occasional use, choose the 10-capsule discovery box.

Delta Q plastic capsules are very stable : each capsule hermetically seals the ground coffee (no contact with air or moisture). Good storage practices:

• Room temperature (15-25 °C) — not refrigerated (potential humidity on opened capsules).
• Protected from direct light (sunlight, powerful fluorescent lights).
• Boxes of 10, kept sealed until opened. Once opened, an open box should ideally be consumed within 2-3 weeks for optimal flavor.

Suggested best before date: ~18 months from roasting (date on packaging). After this date, the capsules remain consumable with a slight loss of aroma.

All Delta Q machines accept these capsules — it's a unified proprietary system since 2007. Main compatible machines:

• Delta Q Mini Qool (compact, entry-level) — see red, grey, yellow.
• Delta Q Qool Evolution, Naya, Iconiq, Qosmo, Milk-Q, Qlip, Qonic — all compatible.

Not compatible : Nespresso, Dolce Gusto, Lavazza (A Modo Mio / Blue / EP / Firma), illy Iperespresso. The Delta Q capsule has a proprietary format.

Yes — Delta Q offers several blends in 100-capsule packs at Cafemalin :

• Qharisma N°12 — signature intense blend, historic high point.
• Aqtivus N°8 — balanced caffeine, intermediate cousin.
• Deqafeinatus N°7 — balanced decaffeinated, natural decaffeination.

See all available Delta Q capsules — full range 14+ intensities with Uniq No. 16 as a second extension.