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Review on Illy Intenso Dark Roast Ground Espresso Coffee - Bold Flavors in 8.8 oz Pack by Justin Hill

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Delicious, intense flavor as it says on the jar

It's true what they say. The pre-ground starts to lose flavor after two weeks, which is what I bought. When I first opened the can, I didn't expect it to "explode". It's not as bad as it seems. Okay, maybe that's it. There was a sudden release of air from the canister as nitrogen or whatever they were using to preserve the earth came out, like someone took an air compressor, cranked it up to 30psi and sprayed you with air . Yes, it was so cruel. That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed these pre-meals in my coffee maker for the first two weeks. I made two or even three cups a day. After two weeks I noticed that the coffee lost its taste. So if you love espresso and use a moka pot, I would highly recommend getting a coffee grinder. I've since given up moka espresso when I discovered the V60 pour method. However, I recommend these beans instead of Starbucks. They just taste a lot better. There's nothing like a cup of delicious hot coffee in the morning, afternoon or evening when it's 55 degrees Fahrenheit outside and you want to curl up on the couch with a cup of hot coffee and watch your favorite shows. or work on your favorite things. When I lived in the North Beach area of San Francisco, I used to go to a local Italian coffee shop every weekend. They served the Illy's cafe. As such, these beans also evoke nostalgia for a chilly evening in San Francisco as I sip an after-dinner cup of coffee with my family.

Pros
  • New to my collection
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