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Rio Montoya Coffee Beans (1kg)

~~£18.89~~ £14.49
No VAT

Italian Dark Roast Coffee Beans 1kg — Authentic Espresso Heritage, Thick Crema

Rio Montoya — A Family Recipe, Rooted in Italian Espresso Passion

Rio Montoya began the way the best things do — in a family kitchen, with an obsession for the perfect espresso. Passed down through generations, this blend honours the Italian tradition of slow, dark roasting: coaxing out deep caramelisation, thick golden crema, and the kind of rich, bittersweet finish that makes you pause mid-sip. The beans are sourced from family-run highland plantations in Central America, where altitude, shade, and careful harvesting produce Arabica of exceptional sweetness and body. The 20% Robusta is no accident — it’s the Italian roaster’s secret weapon for that signature crema and bold intensity. This is coffee with a soul. FREE delivery on orders over £70. Smaller UK deliveries start from only £3.99.

☕ The Italian Espresso Tradition

In Italy, espresso is a craft. The Italian roasting tradition favours a darker, longer roast that draws out the natural sugars in the bean, creating deep caramelisation, bittersweet complexity, and a body that coats the palate. The 20% Robusta in Montoya is a deliberate Italian technique — it intensifies the crema, adds a caffeine kick, and gives the espresso a bold, assertive character that Arabica alone cannot deliver.

80% Arabica — natural sweetness, complexity, and smooth body
20% Robusta — thick crema, bold intensity, and extra caffeine
Dark Italian roast — deep caramelisation, bittersweet chocolate, toasted hazelnut
Strength 4/5 — bold and satisfying without harshness
Thick, persistent crema — the hallmark of a properly pulled Italian espresso
Carbon neutral — responsibly produced

🍫 Tasting Notes

Dark chocolate • Toasted hazelnut • Caramel sweetness • Full body • Long, satisfying finish

📊 Rio Montoya vs Lighter Roast Coffee Beans

Feature	Rio Montoya Dark Roast	Typical Light/Medium Roast
Roast style	Italian dark roast ✅	Light or medium
Crema	Thick & persistent ✅	Thinner
Body	Full, rich ✅	Lighter
Flavour	Dark chocolate & hazelnut ✅	Fruity or floral
Strength	4/5 ✅	2–3/5

☕ Perfect For

Espresso, cappuccino, and flat white
Bean-to-cup and traditional espresso machines
Cafetière and filter brewing
Those who prefer a bold, full-flavoured, satisfying cup

🚚 Delivery

FREE UK delivery on orders over £70. UK stock, ready for immediate dispatch.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Robusta added to the blend?
Robusta is central to the authentic Italian espresso tradition. It produces a thicker, more persistent crema, adds intensity and body, and gives the espresso a bold character that Arabica alone cannot achieve.

What machines are these suitable for?
Espresso machines, bean-to-cup machines, and cafetières. Grind to your preferred coarseness for best results.

How strong is Rio Montoya?
Strength 4 out of 5 — bold and full-flavoured, but not harsh or bitter.

Do you stock larger sizes?
Yes — Rio Montoya is also available in 4x1kg, 40kg bulk, and 200kg wholesale for cafés and high-volume buyers.

Delivery

Delivery Options

Free Delivery 2–3 working days

On orders over £70. Mainland UK only. Estimated delivery time.

Free

DPD Premium Next working day

Next working day delivery. Order before 4pm for next day shipping.

£6.95

EVRI Speedy 1–2 working days

Fast 1–2 day delivery service across the UK.

£5.49

DPD Small Parcel <2kg 2–4 working days

Reliable 2–4 day delivery service for small parcels.

£3.99

DPD Standard 2–4 working days

Reliable 2–4 day delivery service. Great value for money.

£4.69

Please Note: Deliveries to the Highlands & Islands will be slightly longer & the service will be provided by Evri

Order Cut Off Times

Monday - Friday	4 pm (UK Time)
Saturday - Sunday & Bank Holidays	No Dispatch

Additional Delivery Options

Channel & Scilly Islands • Jersey, Guernsey

FREE

Estimated: 3–5 days
Orders £120.00 and up Free

Standard

Estimated: 2–4 days
Orders 0kg–1kg £6.99

Standard

Estimated: 2–4 days
Orders 1kg–5kg £7.99

Standard

Estimated: 2–4 days
Orders 5kg–15kg £8.99

DPD

Estimated: 1–2 days
Orders 0kg–30kg £16.99

Northern Ireland

FREE

Estimated: 3–5 days
Orders £150.00 and up Free

Standard

Estimated: 2–4 days
Orders 0kg–1kg £7.39

Standard

Estimated: 2–4 days
Orders 1kg–2kg £7.59

Standard

Estimated: 2–4 days
Orders 2kg–5kg £8.09

Standard

Estimated: 2–4 days
Orders 5kg–15kg £8.29

DPD

Estimated: 1–2 days
Orders 0kg–30kg £16.99

FOR BULK COFFEE ORDERS PLEASE CALL AS WE CAN DO CUSTOM DELIVERY PRICES FOR NORTHERN IRELAND.

*We currently ship to UK, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Channel Islands, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Spain, Japan, Sweden, UAE & USA.

International customers, including those within the EU, are responsible for all import duties and charges that your country may add to the parcels' arrival. Failure to pay import duties will result in the parcel being returned. Any refunds on international deliveries can only be processed once the parcel has been returned to us. We cannot refund the delivery charge on international deliveries once the order has been sent.

Please call or email us for quotes for shipping to other countries, we are always happy to add to the list!

Delivery Terms & Conditions

Please note, any instructions for the delivery driver must be left in the box provided during checkout, thank you.
Delivery will be made to the address specified by the customer on the completed purchase form.
Any issues with your delivery must be reported as soon as possible.

If you have not received your order within 7 working days, or your goods were damaged in transit, please contact our team on 0330 44 111 22 quoting your purchase order number, and date of purchase so that we may correct the problem as soon as possible. The estimated delivery time is not a guarantee; instead, it is the standard timescale for most deliveries. On rare occasions, it can take longer. If we have to contact our couriers to assist with any issues please allow 48 hours for this process to be completed. All our delivery timescales are 'working days'. Please note: deliveries are fully trackable via your email. You have 30 days from ordering to report any delivery issues

If you have not received your parcel within 4 working days of ordering, or your goods were damaged in transit, please contact our team on 0330 44 111 22 quoting your purchase order number, and date of purchase so that we may correct the problem as soon as possible. All our delivery timescales are 'working days'. If you provide a mobile number you will receive an estimated one-hour delivery slot for your delivery by SMS text message. You have 30 days from ordering to report any delivery issues.

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Last updated July 28, 2025

This Shipping & Delivery Policy is part of our Terms and Conditions ("Terms") and should be therefore read alongside our main Terms: https://www.discountcoffee.co.uk/pages/terms-and-conditions.

Please carefully review our Shipping & Delivery Policy when purchasing our products. This policy will apply to any order you place with us.

WHAT ARE MY SHIPPING & DELIVERY OPTIONS?

We offer various shipping options. In some cases a third-party supplier may be managing our inventory and will be responsible for shipping your products.

Free Shipping

We offer free Standard shipping on Orders over £70.

Shipping Fees

We also offer shipping at the following rates:

Shipping Method	Shipping Fee
DPD Standard (Small Parcel Rate <2kg) 2-4 days	3.99
DPD Standard 2-4 days	4.69
EVRI Speedy 1-2 days	5.49
DPD Premium Next Working Day	6.95
DPD Saturday Saturday	14.90

If you select a shipping option, we will follow up after you have placed the order with any additional shipping information.

All times and dates given for delivery of the products are given in good faith but are estimates only.

For EU and UK consumers: This does not affect your statutory rights. Unless specifically noted, estimated delivery times reflect the earliest available delivery, and deliveries will be made within 30 days after the day we accept your order. For more information please refer to our Terms.

HOW IS MY SUBSCRIPTION FULFILLED?

If you are buying a subscription then we will deliver on: Whenever the client schedules the subscription.

DO YOU DELIVER INTERNATIONALLY?

We offer worldwide shipping. Free Standard shipping is not valid on international orders.

For information about customs process:

Email sales@discountcoffee.co.uk
Call 0330 44 111 22

Please note, we may be subject to various rules and restrictions in relation to some international deliveries and you may be subject to additional taxes and duties over which we have no control. If such cases apply, you are responsible for complying with the laws applicable to the country where you live and will be responsible for any such additional costs or taxes.

ARE THERE OTHER SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS?

Orders cannot be shipped to P.O. boxes.

Not all shipping methods are available for certain items.

Orders only ship on business days, which are Monday - Friday.

To ensure same-day dispatch, order must be placed by 4pm GMT.

Shipments to APO/FPO addresses require additional processing time after delivery to the military post office.

The estimated delivery days are not guaranteed.

WHAT HAPPENS IF MY ORDER IS DELAYED?

If delivery is delayed for any reason we will let you know as soon as possible and will advise you of a revised estimated date for delivery.

For EU and UK consumers: This does not affect your statutory rights. For more information please refer to our Terms.

QUESTIONS ABOUT RETURNS?

If you have questions about returns, please review our Return Policy: https://www.discountcoffee.co.uk/pages/returns-policy.

HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS POLICY?

If you have any further questions or comments, you may contact us by:

Phone: 03304411122
Email: sales@discountcoffee.co.uk

Support 0330 44 111 22

Rio Montoya Coffee Beans (1kg)

Delivery Options

Order Cut Off Times

Additional Delivery Options

Delivery Terms & Conditions

Helpful Links & Information

Related Products

Rio Montoya Coffee Beans (1kg)

Italian Dark Roast Coffee Beans 1kg — Authentic Espresso Heritage, Thick Crema

☕ The Italian Espresso Tradition

🍫 Tasting Notes

📊 Rio Montoya vs Lighter Roast Coffee Beans

☕ Perfect For

🚚 Delivery

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Related Products

Delivery Options

Order Cut Off Times

Additional Delivery Options

Delivery Terms & Conditions

Helpful Links & Information