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Kimbo Espresso Mix is a medium-roast blend of Arabica and Robusta designed for espresso. Kimbo publishes neither the proportions nor the origins; distributors selling it describe it as balanced yet intense, with a rich flavour, a rounded body and a thick crema, notes of cocoa and a spicy, roasted touch.
It pairs well with milk: as a short espresso, a cappuccino or a latte macchiato. It is suitable for both bean-to-cup machines and portafilter machines.
Compatible machines & brewing method
Automatic bean-to-cup coffee machine
Built-in grinder: start with a fine grind and adjust according to the flow
- Grind
- Fine
- Dose
- 7 to 9 g
- Temp.
- 90 to 94 °C
- Time
- 25 to 30 s
Espresso with a portafilter
Lever or semi-automatic machine, with a grinder
- Grind
- Fine
- Dose
- 14 to 18 g (double)
- Tamping
- Firm and even
- Extraction
- 25 to 30 s
Moka pot
Fill the basket level without tamping, and use a low heat
- Grind
- Medium-fine
- Dose
- Full basket
- Temp.
- Low heat
- Time
- 4 to 5 min
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Frequently asked questions
When will Kimbo Espresso Mix be available again?
This product is currently unavailable to order. Enter your email address in the ‘Notify me’ form on this page: you will be notified as soon as it is back in stock.
In the meantime, at Cafemalin: the same coffee in a pack of 3 bags or a pack of 6 bags, or the full-bodied Kimbo Extra Cream 1 kg.
What do Kimbo Espresso Mix coffee beans taste like?
Distributors selling it describe it as balanced yet intense: a rich flavour, a rounded body, a thick crema, notes of cocoa and a spicy, roasted touch. It is a medium-roast blend of Arabica and Robusta, for which Kimbo publishes neither the proportions nor the origins.
Kimbo Espresso Mix or Extra Cream?
Two coffees with a pronounced body, made for espresso:
- Espresso Mix (this coffee) — Arabica and Robusta, intense, with notes of cocoa and spice.
- Extra Cream — predominantly Robusta, with a very creamy texture and notes of pepper and liquorice.
For a smoother espresso, choose Prestige.
Is Kimbo Espresso Mix suitable for cappuccino?
Yes: distributors say it is made to pair with milk. Its body and crema hold up in a cappuccino or latte macchiato, and it can also be enjoyed as a short espresso.
Is Espresso Mix suitable for bean-to-cup machines?
Yes: these are whole beans, suitable for the grinder in a bean-to-cup machine or a separate grinder used with a portafilter machine. For espresso, start with a fine grind and adjust until you achieve an extraction time of 25 to 30 seconds.
How many cups can you make with 1 kg of Kimbo Espresso Mix?
Around 140 espressos with a 7 g dose, and 100 to 110 with 9 to 10 g, the dose used by a bean-to-cup machine set for a more full-bodied coffee. With a portafilter, for double espressos (14 to 18 g), expect 55 to 70 cups.
How should you store an opened 1 kg bag?
Reseal the bag tightly after each use, squeezing out the air, or transfer the beans to an opaque, airtight container away from heat and light. Avoid the fridge: moisture and odours damage the beans. An unopened bag will keep until the date printed on it.
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