Tasting notes & flavour profile
Intensity
Flavour notes
Flavour profile
Kimbo Extra Cream blends Arabica and Robusta coffees from South America and Asia, with Robusta predominating (65% Robusta on Kimbo's UK product sheet, 60% on Kimbo's Argentinian product sheet), with a medium roast.
In the cup: a full, creamy texture, an intense aroma and a bold flavour with sweet-tart notes according to Kimbo; distributors of the same bag identify pepper and liquorice. The Robusta content provides the thick crema that gives it its name and stands up to the milk in a cappuccino or latte macchiato.
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
What do Kimbo Extra Cream coffee beans taste like?
A bold flavour and an intense aroma, according to Kimbo, with a full, creamy texture and sweet-tart notes; distributors of the same bag identify pepper and liquorice. This is a predominantly Robusta blend with a medium to full body, more pronounced than Prestige.
Why does Kimbo Extra Cream produce so much crema?
Because it is predominantly Robusta (65% according to Kimbo's UK product sheet): Robusta gives espresso a thicker, longer-lasting crema than Arabica alone. Kimbo also describes it as having a ‘full, creamy texture’. A fine grind and a dose of 7 to 9 g per cup bring out this crema.
Kimbo Extra Cream or Kimbo Prestige: which should you choose?
Both are medium roasts, but their blends are contrasting:
- Extra Cream (this coffee) — predominantly Robusta, full body, bold flavour, thick crema: for a bold espresso or a cappuccino.
- Prestige — predominantly Arabica, balanced, caramel and dried fruit: a smooth espresso to enjoy on its own.
Is Kimbo Extra Cream suitable for cappuccino?
Yes: its body and crema stand up to milk. Kimbo's Argentinian product sheet recommends it for everything from espresso to cappuccino and latte macchiato. For a cappuccino, make an espresso of 25 to 30 ml and top up with frothed milk.
Is Extra Cream a medium roast?
Yes, Kimbo specifies a medium roast. Its character comes from the proportion of Robusta, not the roasting: a bold flavour without burnt bitterness.
How many cups can you make with 1 kg of Kimbo Extra Cream?
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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