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Whole Coffee Beans

This category contains the majority of the coffee options we carry, whole bean coffee & espresso beans. All of these options can be ground from course to fine, depending on what you need it for. Comment in the note section of your order the type of grind setting you would like.

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    Velvet Sunrise Velvet Blend Whole Beans 5Lb

    Velvet Sunrise

    TASTE balanced sweet & savoury ROAST DEGREE RECOMMENDED BREW METHOD  FRENCH PRESS    COFFEE MAKER A blend that consisten...

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    Velvet Sunrise Black Velvet Roast - 5lb

    Velvet Sunrise

      WEIGHT 5lb TASTE syrupy, full-bodied ROAST DEGREE RECOMMENDED BREW METHOD  FRENCH PRESS    COFFEE MAKER    POUR OVER A ble...

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    Velvet Espresso - 400g Whole Beans

    Velvet Sunrise

    WEIGHT 400g TASTE toasted hazelnut, chocolate syrup ROAST DEGREE RECOMMENDED BREW METHOD        A delicate blend with a mil...

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    Trucillo Gusto BAR Whole Beans - 1kg

    Trucillo

    Gusto Bar is a blend of Arabica and Robusta coffee, selected to get a full-bodied, balanced and embracing drink. This coffee has a determined char...

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    Trucillo Gran Cafe Whole Beans - 1kg

    Trucillo

    The blend comprises different Arabica and Robusta qualities, coming from the best-producing areas. The great aromatic intensity with delicate note...

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    Trucillo Gran Bar Whole Beans - 1kg

    Trucillo

    The delicate aromatic properties of Arabica coffee are blended with the richness and the strength of Robusta coffee, creating the perfect espresso...

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    Tostini Miscela Cremoso Whole Beans - 1kg (Box of 6)

    Tostini

    The Cremoso coffee beans from the Professional Vending line are characterized by a strong, intense body and a very pleasant cream with a compact te...

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    Tostini Miscela Cremoso Whole Beans - 1kg

    Tostini

    The Cremoso coffee beans from the Professional Vending line are characterized by a strong, intense body and a very pleasant cream with a compact te...

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    Tostini Espresso Whole Beans - 1kg

    Tostini

    This blend is composed of precise selections of Arabica and Robusta origin. The origin of this espresso coffee lies in places in Africa, Asia and S...

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    Tostini Delicato Desiree Whole Beans - 1kg

    Tostini

    Tostini Delicato Desiree Whole Beans are a premium blend of coffee beans with an exquisite taste and aroma. This kilogram bag of beans is carefully...

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    Tostini Decaf Whole Beans - 500g

    Tostini

    The caffeine present in this blend does not exceed 0.10%. Perfect experience for low concentration coffee lovers. Naturally decaffeinated with wat...

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    Tostini Classico 1kg Beans

    Tostini

    Blend composed of aromatic coffee origins and full-bodied Robusta coffee. This coffee is characterized by a firm and balanced body with little aci...

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    Steam Punk 400g Whole Beans

    Velvet Sunrise

    WEIGHT 1kg TASTE cinnamon, cocoa, syrup ROAST DEGREE RECOMMENDED BREW METHOD  ESPRESSO    AEROPRESS A blend with syrupy pro...

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    Solar Eclipse - 400g Whole Beans

    Velvet Sunrise

      WEIGHT 400g TASTE dark chocolate, earthy, nutty ROAST DEGREE RECOMMENDED BREW METHOD  ESPRESSO A blend with an earthy dark...

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    Rufino Miscela Classica Whole Beans - 340g

    Rufino

    Enjoy the full flavor of Rufino's Miscela Classica with these 340g whole beans. The medium-dark roast is carefully blended from four different vari...

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    Rufino Espresso Super Bar Whole Bean Coffee - 340g

    Rufino

    Enjoy the rich notes of Rufino Espresso Super Bar Whole Bean Coffee - 340g. This Italian-style espresso blend uses 100% Arabica beans and is spec...

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    Paubrasil - 400g Beans

    Velvet Sunrise

    WEIGHT 400g VARIETY catuai ELEVATION 1000 masl TASTE roasted hazelnut, chocolate, caramel ROAST DEGREE RECOMMENDED BREW METHOD ...

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    Mulliri Barista Whole Beans - 1kg

    Mulliri

    Mulliri Barista 1kg Beans are the perfect choice for the barista looking to deliver a distinctive, high-end coffee experience. These beans are slow...

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    Moak Gusto Bar Whole Beans - 1kg

    Moak

    Enjoy the full, robust flavor of Moak Gusto Bar Whole Beans with this 1kg pack. Our top-quality beans are freshly roasted to give you the perfect b...

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    Lavazza Top Class Whole Beans - 1kg (Case of 6)

    Lavazza

    Lavazza Top Class is a full-bodied blend with a pleasing chocolaty flavour made up of a selection of the sweetest and roundest Asian varieties of b...

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    Lavazza Top Class Whole Beans - 1kg

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    Lavazza Top Class is a full-bodied blend with a pleasing chocolaty flavour made up of a selection of the sweetest and roundest Asian varieties of b...

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    Lavazza Top Class Filtro Whole Beans - 1kg (Case of 6)

    Lavazza

    Lavazza Top Class is a full-bodied blend of perfectly balanced notes of chocolate and dried fruit with a smooth lingering taste of bitter cocoa. F...

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    Lavazza Tierra Colombia Espresso Whole Beans - 1kg

    Lavazza

    The Lavazza Tierra Colombia Espresso beans have an Aromatic harmony and a smooth taste, exalted by the typical sweetness, with a refined acidity an...

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    Lavazza Super Crema Whole Beans - 1kg (Case of 6)

    Lavazza

    Lavazza Super Crema whole bean espresso roast combines washed and unwashed Arabica and washed Robusta coffee beans that originate from Brazil, Cent...

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    Lavazza Super Crema Whole Beans - 1kg

    Lavazza

    Lavazza Super Crema whole bean espresso roast combines washed and unwashed Arabica and washed Robusta coffee beans that originate from Brazil, Cent...

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    Lavazza Rossa Beans 340g

    Lavazza

    Lavazza Rossa Beans offer a robust, full-bodied taste that is ideal for creating intense espresso shots. These 340g beans are sourced directly from...

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    Lavazza La Reserva De Tierra Humeco Organic Whole Beans - 1kg

    Lavazza

    2.2 lb (1 kg) whole beans Medium roast espresso Body: 8 out of 10 / Aroma: 8 out of 10 Taste profile: Full-bodied, with a lingering aftertaste of...

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    Lavazza Gran Espresso Whole Beans - 1kg (Case of 6)

    Lavazza

    Retail Name Gran Espresso Brand Lavazza  SKU 8000070051423 Weight 1kg Type of Packaging bagged Arabica/Robusta 80/20 Aroma   Flavo...

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    Lavazza Gran Espresso Whole Beans - 1kg

    Lavazza

    Retail Name Gran Reserva Brand Lavazza  SKU 8000070051423 Weight 1kg Type of Packaging bagged Arabica/Robusta 80/20 Aroma   Flavou...

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    Lavazza Gold Selection Espresso Whole Beans - 1kg

    Lavazza

    Technical Details Cuisine ‎Italian Special Feature ‎Vegetarian Volume ‎1 Liters Country Produced In ‎Italy Brand ‎LAVAZZA Form...

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    Lavazza Espresso Decaff Beans DEK 500g

    Lavazza

    Retail Name DEK Brand Lavazza SKU 8000070010550 Weight 500g Type of Packaging bagged Arabica/Robusta 60/40 Aroma   Flavour   Aci...

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    Ionia Espresso Gran Crema - 1kg

    Ionia

    Ionia Espresso Gran Crema is a top-tier product created with a blend of carefully-selected, high-quality beans. The distinctive taste offers a rich...

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    Illy Intenso Dark Roast - Whole Bean 250g (Case of 6)

    illy

    Intenso, bold roast coffee has a pleasantly robust finish, with warm notes of cocoa and dried fruit. illy whole bean coffee is the perfect choice...

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    Illy Intenso Dark Roast - Whole Bean (250g)

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    Intenso, bold roast coffee has a pleasantly robust finish, with warm notes of cocoa and dried fruit. illy whole bean coffee is the perfect choice...

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    Illy Classico Whole Bean Medium Roast 250g (Case 6 X 250g tins)

    illy

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    Illy Classico Whole Bean Medium Roast 250g

    illy

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    Gaggia Intenso Whole Beans - 1kg

    Gaggia

    Gaggia Intenso Whole Bean Espresso is a carefully proportioned blend of 65% Arabica and 35% Robusta coffee beans, ethically sourced from Africa, Ce...

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    Faema Tradizionale Espresso Whole Beans - 1kg

    Faema

    Profile: Hint of sweetness, thick crema, and a smooth finish. Balance:  Blend Origin: Central and South America, Indonesia Roast: Dark F...

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    Faema Intenso Espresso Whole Beans - 1kg

    Faema

    Profile: a bold blend formulated to match the profile of authentic southern Italian style espresso having a pleasant intensity with a strong flavo...

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    Essse Selezione Speciale Whole Beans - 1kg

    Essse Caffe

    Retail Name Speciale Brand Essse SKU 8001953001405 Weight 1kg Type of Packaging bagged Arabica/Robusta 60/40 Aroma 8 Flavour 8 A...

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    Essse Intenso Whole Beans - 500g

    Essse Caffe

    Blend of decisive notes of bitter cocoa meeting inebriating scents of spices, for an espresso with an intense and persistent taste. Retail Name ...

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    Essse Honduras San Andres Single Origin Beans 250g

    Essse Caffe

    Traditional processing and total patio-drying make this coffee unparalleled sweetness and aromaticity. Fresh notes of citrus combine with a distinc...

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    Essse Gran Crema Whole Beans - 1kg

    Essse Caffe

    GRAN CREMA Essse Caffè 1000g bag of beans 30% Arabica - 70% Robusta Gran Crema - for this masterful blend, the name is a guarantee and speaks for ...

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    Essse Delicato 100% Arabica Whole Beans - 500g

    Essse Caffe

    A Selection of the finest Arabica origins, for an espresso with well-balanced acidity and wide aromatic bouquet, where floral and dried fruit notes...

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    Essse Decaff Whole Beans - 500g

    Essse Caffe

    Special blend of decaffeinated coffee whose characteristic body and aroma make the final result as similar as possible to a traditional espresso. ...

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    Essse Colombia Supremo Single Origin Beans 250g

    Essse Caffe

    The favourable topography of the territory and exposure of the plantations make the taste of this origin distinctive but well balanced, in which de...

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    Essse Classico Whole Beans - 500g

    Essse Caffe

    This blend represents the tradition of Italian Espresso: Excellent creaminess and intense aroma, characterized by enveloping notes of chocolate and...

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    Essse Caffe Selezione Whole Beans - 1kg

    Essse Caffe

    The Essse Caffè Selezione Essse is a delicate, sophisticated, elegant espresso that is ideal for all types of preparation. Its characteristics are ...

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