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Welcome your guests with smooth, premium Italian espresso with this Lavazza Gran Riserva whole bean espresso. Hand-picked in South and Central America, this high-quality, expertly curated blend mixes natural arabica, washed arabica, and washed robusta beans to perfectly balance the naturally occurring sweet and bitter tasting notes for each type of bean to create a full-bodied, balanced flavor in every bag. This subtle medium roast is sure to please any guest with its velvety crema, pleasing aroma, and tasting notes of maple syrup and walnut for a delightful nutty sweetness. Serve this espresso plain as a rich shot for an afternoon pick-me-up, or add steamed milk and flavoring syrups for a delicious espresso beverage to savor and enjoy.Ideal for restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops, this espresso is packaged as unground, whole beans, allowing you to use a bean grinder to grind each shot right before preparation for maximum flavor, aroma, and freshness! This also allows you to control the grind level based on your preferences or method of brewing. Crafted for use in espresso machines, after grinding, this espresso can be used to create a variety of beverages like a latte or cappuccino, an espresso martini, or a refreshing affogato for dessert. Plus, as a beloved consumer brand, Lavazza coffee offers brand recognition that'll give your customers piece of mind that they are receiving a premium product.With a dream to produce premium coffee and espresso blends, Luigi Lavazza started Lavazza Premium Coffee Corporation in Torino, Italy in 1895. In order to produce their fine Italian coffee, Lavazza sources worldwide from places such as Vietnam, Brazil, Colombia, and Ethiopia to create perfectly balanced blends that are creamy and full-bodied. Lavazza carries a multitude of products for different applications like pour over or drip coffee, single serve pods or packets, and espresso, to fit the varied needs of your establishment. In 2004, Lavazza created a foundation to improve the living conditions in coffee-producing companies and has since helped 3,000 farmers in 8 countries. With this increased focus on sustainability, Lavazza started its Tierra! line, where offerings include Rainforest Alliance Certified and organic coffee beans.Suggested Recipe: Caffe Latte2 shots of espresso1/2 cup whole milkBrew the espresso as desired and pour into a serving cup. Steam milk to 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Pour the steamed milk over the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon. Top with remaining foam and serve.
