Rio Classico Coffee Beans 1kg — Bold Italian Roast, Roasted Fresh Daily

Rio Classico is one of the UK's most popular Italian roast coffee beans — trusted by coffee shops, offices, and home baristas alike. A masterfully balanced blend of African and Asian Arabica and Robusta beans, roasted to a Strength 4 Italian profile, it delivers dark chocolate depth, warm cereal notes, a spicy finish, and a thick, velvety crema — every single time. FREE delivery on orders over £70.

Why Choose Rio Classico?

• ~143 cups per 1kg bag — exceptional value per cup
• Bold Italian Roast (Strength 4) — dark chocolate, cereal, and spice with thick crema
• Arabica & Robusta blend — African & Asian origin for body, strength, and sweetness
• Roasted fresh daily — Fresh Valve packaging locks in flavour from roast to cup
• Carbon Neutral certified — responsibly sourced and produced
• 5-star rated — one of the UK's best-selling Italian roast beans

Taste Profile

Bold and deeply satisfying — dark chocolate and warm cereal on the nose, a spicy complex finish, and a thick velvety crema. The Arabica brings sweetness and aroma; the Robusta adds body and strength. Powerful without being harsh, bold without being bitter — the hallmark of a great Italian roast.

Roast: Strength 4 | Notes: Dark chocolate, cereal, spice | Crema: Thick & velvety | Best for: Espresso, cappuccino, latte, Americano

Product Details

Weight: 1kg | Cups: ~143 at 7g per shot | Blend: Arabica & Robusta — African & Asian origin | Packaging: Rio Fresh Valve bag | Certification: Carbon Neutral | Roasted: Fresh daily in the UK

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rio Classico taste like?
Dark chocolate and warm cereal on the nose, with a spicy, complex finish and a thick velvety crema. Classic Italian espresso — full-bodied and powerful, but smooth and well-balanced rather than harsh or bitter.

What machines is Rio Classico compatible with?
Any bean-to-cup or espresso machine that accepts whole beans. Grind fresh immediately before brewing for best results.

How fresh are the beans?
Rio roasts in small batches every day and uses Fresh Valve packaging to lock in flavour and aroma from roast to cup.

Is Rio Classico Carbon Neutral?
Yes — Rio Classico is Carbon Neutral certified, responsibly sourced and produced in the UK.

How many cups does a 1kg bag make?
Approximately 143 cups at 7g per shot — making it one of the best-value Italian roast coffee beans available in the UK.

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