Nespresso
Original Line Napoli Ispirazione

Roaster Location: Flag of Switzerland Lausenne

4.50(1)

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Roast Level: Italian
Process: Capsule
Espresso

Intensity: 13

From Nespresso: "Ispirazione Napoli pays tribute to the short, strong and dark espressos of this southern Italian coastal city. It’s a velvety, creamy cup with an extremely thick body and a kiss of pleasant bitterness in its aftertaste.

A velvety, creamy cup with an extremely thick body and pleasantly bitter cocoa notes."

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    Theo Chan, Managing Editor

    1854 roasts rated, avg score of 4.31

    4.50 - Average

    4.00 - Aroma

    4.00 - Finish

    4.50 - Flavor

    4.00 - Acidity

    4.50 - Balance

    Crema looks big and lush but mouthfeel isnt quite there but still pleasant. Some nice spice, clove and almost peppery. Very intense but still smooth. I think Nespresso does well in the darker ranges. Bitterness and woody character are present but not out of control.

    Cupping Method:Nespresso capsule in France, but I think this one is available globally

    Traits: dark chocolate black pepper clove
    2 years ago · See more from Theo

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Roast Level: Italian
Italian roast coffee is one of the darkest roasts available, darker than what is typically labeled as "dark roast." The beans go to a higher temperature, which results in a glossy, dark brown appearance with an oily surface. The flavor profile of Italian roast coffee is characterized by its low acidity and heavy body, offering deep, rich, and sometimes charred or burnt flavors that hint at chocolate or caramel. However, the intensity of the roast often overshadows these. It is commonly used for espresso due to its strong taste and its thick, creamy consistency when brewed.
Espresso
Espresso is a concentrated coffee beverage brewed by forcing hot water through finely-ground coffee beans under high pressure. It is characterized by its rich flavor and distinctive crema, which is the creamy layer that forms on top of the extracted process. When evaluating espresso, coffee experts often focus on key tasting characteristics such as aroma, flavor, body, and aftertaste. Aroma refers to the fragrant smells released during brewing, while flavor encompasses the coffee's overall taste profile, including notes of sweetness, bitterness, acidity, and richness. Body refers to the coffee's texture or mouthfeel, with descriptors like full-bodied, medium-bodied, or light-bodied. Aftertaste, or the finish, pertains to the lingering flavors and sensations experienced after swallowing the coffee. A well-prepared espresso is prized for its balance and complexity, combining these sensory attributes into a harmonious whole.

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