Rio Formula One Coffee Beans — 1kg | Italian Espresso Blend | Medium/Dark Roast

Some blends are made to be adequate. This one was engineered to perform. Rio Formula One is a precision-crafted Italian espresso blend — 80% South American Arabica, 20% African Robusta — built to deliver a rich, consistent, high-performance cup every single time. It's the blend that serious coffee drinkers and high-volume businesses keep coming back to. FREE UK delivery on orders over £70.

The Taste

Formula One opens with a deep, dark aroma — roasted cocoa, caramelised sugar, and a whisper of toasted hazelnut. The first sip is bold and full-bodied, with a smooth, velvety texture that coats the palate. Colombian Arabica brings a bright, sweet complexity — notes of dark chocolate and ripe fruit that lift the cup. Brazilian Arabica adds the backbone: rich, nutty, and deeply satisfying. African Robusta drives the finish — a thick, persistent crema, a caffeine kick that means business, and an earthy depth that lingers long after the last sip. Together they create a bold cup without being harsh, complex without being fussy — the hallmark of a properly engineered Italian espresso blend.

Why Buy Rio Formula One?

• 14p per espresso — approximately 110 shots per kg, saving over £1400 a year vs coffee shop prices
• Precision-blended 80/20 ratio — the exact Arabica/Robusta balance that Italian roasters have refined over decades
• Thick, persistent crema — the hallmark of a quality espresso, delivered consistently shot after shot
• Carbon-neutral packaging — fresh valve bag that preserves flavour and minimises environmental impact
• Versatile brewing — performs across espresso machines, bean-to-cup, moka pot, and cafetière
• High-volume reliability — consistent grind, consistent extraction, consistent results at any scale
• UK stock, fast dispatch — in stock and ready to ship, FREE delivery on orders over £70

The Blend Breakdown

Brewing Guide

Product Specification

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rio Formula One taste like?
Bold, rich, and full-bodied — dark chocolate, caramel, and toasted hazelnut with a thick crema and a long, satisfying finish. Complex enough to impress, consistent enough to rely on.

Is it suitable for espresso machines?
Absolutely — it's designed as an Italian espresso blend and performs best through an espresso machine or bean-to-cup. It also works well in a moka pot or cafetière.

How strong is it?
Medium/dark roast with 20% Robusta — it has a genuine caffeine kick and a bold, full-bodied character. Not harsh, but definitely not mild.

How many cups do I get per kg?
Approximately 55 double espressos per kg using 18g per shot — that's around 28p per cup.

Is the packaging sustainable?
Yes — packed in a carbon-neutral fresh valve bag that preserves flavour and minimises environmental impact.

Can I buy in larger quantities?
Yes — available in a 4 x 1kg case and a 40kg bulk buy for high-volume businesses. See the links below.

Is it suitable for a café or office?
Yes — the consistent quality, high-volume reliability, and low cost per cup make it a popular choice for offices, cafés, and hospitality settings across the UK.

Also Available In

• Rio Formula One Coffee Beans — 200g — try before you commit to a full kg
• Rio Formula One Coffee Beans — 4 x 1kg Case — better value for regular buyers
• Rio Formula One Coffee Beans — Bulk Buy 40kg — maximum value for high-volume businesses

Delivery

FREE UK delivery on orders over £70. In stock and ready for immediate dispatch. Next working day delivery available.