Tasting notes & flavor profile
Intensity
Aromatic notes
The Dolce Gusto Barista 100% Arabica capsules bear the same name as Kimbo's Nespresso capsule, with similar notes: a 100% Arabica coffee in a medium-dark roast , which Kimbo describes as having an elegant body and an aroma of fresh flowers and almond , with a lingering finish with light notes of toast .
In the cup : a mild espresso, intensity 9/13. For a stronger cup in Dolce Gusto, theIntenso (12/13, dark roast).
Compatible machines & preparation method
Espresso
Capsule in the machine, volume of one cup of espresso
- Dose
- 7 g per capsule
- Ratio
- 1 capsule, 1 espresso
Lungo
Larger water volume, for a lighter cup
- Dose
- 7 g per capsule
- Cup
- Lungo
Coffee with milk
Espresso, then hot milk frothed separately: the machine doesn't froth the milk itself
- Base
- 1 capsule
- Milk
- Hot, foamy, separate
Machine compatibility
Box of 16 capsules · Plastic
Compatible machines:
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Kimbo Barista 100% Arabica be available again?
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Which machines accept these capsules?
Nescafé® Dolce Gusto® Original machines , manufactured by Krups and De'Longhi: Piccolo XS, Genio S, Infinissima, Mini Me, Oblo, Movenza… They do not fit into Neo machines , another Nescafé Dolce Gusto system with paper pods, nor into Nespresso, Lavazza or illy machines.
Is this the same coffee as the Kimbo Barista 100% Arabica Nespresso compatible?
Same name, same flavor family, two different capsules. According to Kimbo, both are 100% Arabica, medium-dark roast, with notes of fresh flowers and toast; the Dolce Gusto version adds almond, the Nespresso version honey. The Dolce Gusto capsule contains 7g of coffee, the Nespresso capsule 5.5g.
Intenso or Barista 100% Arabica: which Kimbo Dolce Gusto capsule should you choose?
The two Kimbo coffees compatible with Dolce Gusto from Cafemalin, on the Kimbo intensity scale (from 1 to 13):
- Barista 100% Arabica (this coffee) — 9/13, medium-dark roast, notes of fresh flowers, almond and toast.
- Intenso — 12/13, dark roast, full body, dark chocolate finish.
What does a capsule contain?
7g of roasted and ground coffee, packaged in a protective atmosphere. The box contains 16 capsules, or 16 espressos.
How should the capsules be stored?
Store in their box, away from heat, light and humidity. Each capsule is packaged in a protective atmosphere: the coffee will keep until the date printed on the box.
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