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Taste Profile
Kimbo Bio is the organic and fair trade blend from the Neapolitan brewery: 100% organically grown beans , purchased at the minimum Fairtrade price from cooperatives in Nicaragua , Peru , and India . The composition— 90% washed Arabica for aroma and sweetness, 10% natural Robusta for body and crema—results in a balanced espresso , the opposite of the strong blends for which Naples is famous.
In the cup : a medium-light roast that preserves floral notes and a clean almond character , enhanced by sweet spices and a touch of chocolate . The acidity is delicate and the natural sweetness is well-defined; the bitterness remains subtle (3/10), and the crema is fine and clear . This is the most delicate Kimbo coffee in the catalog—the one you choose for a morning espresso, a caffè crema , or a cappuccino where the milk shouldn't overpower the beans.
Compared to ¡Tierra! Voix de la Terre Lavazza, also in whole bean and certified organic, which the Turin-based company describes as a blend of Arabica and Robusta in medium roast, with notes of honey, chocolate and dried fruit, Kimbo Bio stands out with a slightly lighter roast, a more floral profile and a second label, Fairtrade.
Compatible machines & preparation method
Automatic grain machine
Integrated grinder (De'Longhi Magnifica, Philips LatteGo, Jura E/S, Melitta) — a predominantly Arabica blend requires a slightly finer grind than full-bodied blends
- Grind
- Medium-fine 4/10
- Dose
- 9-11 g
- T°
- 90-92 °C
- Time
- 25-30 s
Espresso filter holder
Lever/semi-automatic machine (Rancilio, Lelit, Rocket) — gentle extraction to preserve the floral and almond notes
- Grind
- Fine
- Dose
- 18g double
- Compaction
- 15 kg
- Extraction
- 26-30 s
Filter or French press coffee maker
Filter machine (Moccamaster, Melitta) or French press — the medium-light roast and 90% Arabica content make it ideal for a long coffee
- Grind
- Medium to coarse
- Ratio
- 60 g / L
- T°
- 92-94 °C
- Time
- 4 min
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kimbo Bio 100% Arabica coffee?
No : it's a 90% Arabica and 10% Robusta blend , and it's a deliberate Neapolitan choice. The washed Arabica beans from Nicaragua and Peru contribute floral notes, almond, and sweetness; the small amount of natural Robusta from India provides body and a denser crema than a pure, light-roasted Arabica. All the beans, both Arabica and Robusta, are certified organic and Fairtrade . Some online listings advertise it as 100% Arabica, but the listings from specialized retailers all agree on 90/10.
What do the organic and Fairtrade labels guarantee about this coffee?
Two independent certifications, audited annually:
- Organic farming (European regulation, Euroleaf) — cultivation without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, soils and biodiversity preserved, traceability from planting to roasting.
- Fairtrade — purchase of grains at a guaranteed minimum price from cooperatives, plus a Fairtrade premium invested by producers in collective projects (health, education, equipment).
Organic certification indicates how the coffee is grown, while Fairtrade certification indicates the conditions under which it is purchased. Kimbo Bio carries both labels on all its beans, both Arabica and Robusta.
Kimbo Bio or Lavazza Voix de la Terre: which organic coffee beans should you choose?
These two organic whole bean coffees do not have the same profile:
- Kimbo Bio (this coffee) — 90% Arabica from Nicaragua and Peru and 10% Robusta from India according to its distributors, medium-light roast, with notes of flowers and almond; certified organic and Fairtrade.
- Lavazza ¡Tierra! Voice of the Earth — Arabica and Robusta from Africa and Central and South America, medium roast, with notes of honey, chocolate and dried fruit according to Lavazza; certified organic.
Kimbo for a smooth and floral espresso, Lavazza for a more chocolatey cup. Both are suitable for automatic bean-to-cup machines.
Where does the organic product fit within the Kimbo range?
This is the mildest Kimbo coffee bean in the catalogue:
- Kimbo Bio (this coffee) — 90% Arabica, medium-light roast, floral and almond, certified organic and Fairtrade.
- Prestige — predominantly Arabica, medium roast, caramel and dried fruit.
- Extra Cream — Robusta dominant, full body, thick cream.
For a slightly stronger espresso without losing its roundness, go for the Prestige; for more body and crema, go for the Extra Cream.
Is Kimbo Bio suitable for automatic bean-to-cup machines?
Yes : these are whole beans, which the grinder of an automatic machine grinds just before extraction. Start with a fine grind and a dose of 9 to 11 g to avoid a weak cup with such a mild coffee, then adjust according to the flow. It is also suitable for filter coffee makers and Moka pots.
How to store Kimbo Bio after opening?
The 1 kg bag is sealed in a protective atmosphere with a degassing valve. Once opened, reseal it carefully, expelling any air, or transfer the beans to an airtight, opaque containerat room temperature, away from light. A light roast Arabica-dominant blend loses its floral notes more quickly than a full-bodied blend: ideally, consume it within 3 to 4 weeks of opening. Never refrigerate (humidity and odors).
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