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Our Ernesto coffee is a strong blend from South America, and we've added some powerful Ethiopian beans to make a perfect espresso combination. This blend takes its name from the renowned Italian coffee merchant, Ernesto Illy, whose passion for the finest espresso led to some of the greatest innovations in history of the industry. Under Illy's guidance extensive research was carried out into finding the perfect espresso, factoring in such minute measurements as the fineness of the grind and water temperature. Our Ernesto blend pays homage to the master and is similar in flavour and strength to his own signature blends.
Roast Type
Continental Roast
Aeropress
Bean-to-Cup
Cafetiere
Espresso
Filter
Percolator
Turkish
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Choose the grind that matches your brewing method.
- Bean-to-Cup Machines
- Espresso Machines
- AeroPress
- Moka Pots
- Cafetière / French Press
- Percolator
- Cold Brew
- Filter / Pour-Over Brewers
- Turkish Method
All of our coffees stay fresh unopened for up to 9 months. Our teas stay fresh unopened for up to 12 months.
Customers praised this coffee as "strong but not overpowering, smooth and full of flavour." Many described it as their favourite, highlighting its robust taste without bitterness. Ideal for espresso and milk-based drinks. A few noted the strength rating seemed inconsistent, with some finding it average or not as strong as expected.
I use a Sage precision brewer machine and this coffee is one of the nicest and strongest coffee’s so far
I have started to use the ratio of 60g per Ltr of 96 degrees water with a medium to fine grind
I would highly rate this coffee if you like a stronger cup
I found this an interesting blend and strong with good flavour and gave this coffee 9/10
I have been trying various coffee/beans from Coffee-Direct and my latest purchase Ernesto has pleasantly surprised me. I will definitely purchase it again and has become a favourite. It is strong but not overpowering, smooth and full of flavour. Exceptional.
We've tried lots of coffees in our stove-top espresso pots and this is far and away our favourite .. full of flavour, robust, but soft on the palate
Didn't seem to be 9/10 for strength to me but OK. Quite a distinctive taste but not necessarily in a bad way. All in all quite average but with an above average strength. I prefer Directors.
A good strength espresso coffee ideal for the morning boost. The usual swift service and delivery.
Strong, tasty coffee but no bitterness .. our favourite
Bought with Espressos in mind.
First attempts have been more than satisfactory.
Fabulous new coffee, nice rich flavour.
I think I’ve found a new favourite coffee.
delicious, strong, smooth, aromatic.....what more to say?!!
very good fresh coffee !!
Makes a nice espresso and has enough punch not to get lost in milk based drinks. Fast delivery as usual.
Simple and Tasty
Good strong coffee, excellent for espresso,latte etc
Great flavours with a good base to an an all-rounder satisfied taste.
Placing order easy, delivery earlier than expected. 900g x 2 bags of coffee :coffee:️ well packaged. The coffee beans grind well and the taste was consistent with the sample that we had tried. Strong taste but smooth not at all bitter.
Enjoyed
Love it
I tasted your Ernesto blend at a friend’s house and just had to buy some. It’s delicious and never disappoints - a
full- bodied, well rounded taste that lingers on the palate. I shall be buying more!
Good coffee, good delivery service, will continue to order in the future.
I'm a big fan of Ernesto. Smooth espresso and not too strong. My last purchase arrived with a split in the bag. I was very quickly supplied with a replacement with no hassle at all. Excellent coffee and excellent service.
Really strong smooth taste which is most enjoyable anytime of the day
Xmas pressie for hubby - having tried this blend in a taster box - one of the best ( and we tried many ! )
Excellent taste for us - I dink it black and hubby has milk compliments both.
Medium strength, good balanced taste, at it's best when correctly ground and extracted.
Good all-rounder
Tried a few different coffee beans from coffee-direct and Ernesto is my favourite.
I mainly make espresso flat whites, so this blend is strong and yet smooth.
Good value for the 908gm pack and fast delivery.
Excellent coffee. The right strength for us.
Medium to srong coffee, Smooth and well rounded coffee.
Great sample packs to find the coffees you like.
Always buy a bag of this, if you like your coffee strong Give this a go.
Great tasting coffee
Smoothness and stranght.
Maybe my palate, but not an outstanding coffee IMHO
Just re-ordered two large bags of one of my favourite all-round coffees - Ernesto. Excellent flavour for cappuccinos & espressos and good creme too in my opinion. Prompt delivery. What's not to like?