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product_id: 167257151
title: "Intelligentsia Coffee, USDA Organic Light Roast Whole Bean Coffee, 100% Arabica Coffee - El Gallo Blend 11 Ounce Bag"
brand: "intelligentsia"
price: "R446"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
category: "Intelligentsia"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/167257151-intelligentsia-coffee-usda-organic-light-roast-whole-bean-coffee-100
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 11oz whole bean bag 100% organic & direct trade seasonal fresh blend rotation Intelligentsia Coffee, USDA Organic Light Roast Whole Bean Coffee, 100% Arabica Coffee - El Gallo Blend 11 Ounce Bag

**Brand:** intelligentsia
**Price:** R446
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌟 Elevate your mornings with El Gallo — where organic meets indulgence!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Intelligentsia Coffee, USDA Organic Light Roast Whole Bean Coffee, 100% Arabica Coffee - El Gallo Blend 11 Ounce Bag by intelligentsia
- **How much does it cost?** R446 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/167257151-intelligentsia-coffee-usda-organic-light-roast-whole-bean-coffee-100)

## Best For

- intelligentsia enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted intelligentsia brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Perfect Brew Formula:** Optimized 6oz water per 9.5g coffee ratio for maximum flavor extraction, ideal for pour-over or drip.
- • **Pure Organic Goodness:** Savor a smooth, candied sweetness with milk chocolate & honey notes in every cup.
- • **Direct Trade Excellence:** Ethically sourced beans that empower growers and cut out middlemen for premium quality.
- • **Sleek, Resealable Packaging:** Keeps your beans fresh longer, so every morning feels like a coffee shop experience at home.
- • **Seasonal Freshness Guarantee:** Blends evolve with the seasons to ensure consistent, fresh, and vibrant flavor profiles year-round.

## Overview

Organic El Gallo is an 11-ounce bag of whole bean coffee from Intelligentsia, featuring a balanced, light roast blend with smooth, sweet notes of milk chocolate and honey. Sourced through direct trade partnerships, it ensures ethical sourcing and freshness with seasonal blend updates. Ideal for pour-over or drip brewing, it offers a refined, consistent flavor experience for discerning coffee lovers.

## Description

El Gallo was created as an organic counterpart to our House Blend, perfect for those desiring a lighter refreshing cup in the morning. El Gallo has a round mouthfeel with a smooth, candied sweetness. Flavors of milk chocolate and honey meet, making a thoroughly enjoyable first cup of the day

Review: Light Roast, Whole Flavor - I'm not really a big coffee aficionado so I can't personally attest to the flavor profile. I did not see a roast date on my package which many people commented on in their reviews. The beans were not dried and shriveled up like on other reviews. I used 2 cups of beans which wasn't even half the bag, so hopefully this bag is good for a month of use in a 1 person/1.5 cups per day household. I mostly got this as a way to stop paying for the canned harbucks coffees in the stores which are absurdly costly and take time out of my week to get. 10$/mo is a lot better than 90$ for the cans. The cold brew did not produce a black color which shocked my coworker, but the flavor was very high after a short 11 hour brew. The flavor is significant dulled after a shot of milk and vanilla. Both my taste testers thought the coffee was great. Coffee grounds are great for composting (green material) and your coffee bean grinder can also grind dried disinfected eggshells.
Review: delicious - I've been brewing this in my Aeropress for a while now, and it's become a favorite. this is a lovely coffee -- velvety smooth, slightly sweet, creamy flavor with perfect notes of brightness. it's not too dark, not too acidic, not too *anything.* deep without bitterness, crisp without too much acidity. very quaffable! medium roast, great packaging, no woody, dank or off-notes. the bag seals back up easily. check the roasting date when you get yours to make sure it's fresh (although I think the kinks have been ironed out here). grind right before brewing. I think you'll be happy.

## Features

- Contains one (1) 11 Ounce Bag of Intelligentsia El Gallo Organic Whole Bean Coffee
- El Gallo Organic: A wonderfully balanced organic blend with a round mouthfeel and smooth, candied sweetness. Flavors of milk chocolate and honey meet making a thoroughly enjoyable first cup of the day
- Direct Trade: Our commitment to direct trade allows us to cut out unnecessary importers and exporters, and enables us to truly partner with our growers to bring you the sweetest coffees in the world
- How to Brew: We recommend starting with 6oz water for every 9.5g of coffee (about 2 tbsp), which provides excellent extraction and maximizes flavor. For our blends we suggest a pour over or a automatic drip brewer, using grind size 5 or 6
- Seasonality: The components of our blends change throughout the year to incorporate new arrivals. We ensure freshness and optimize quality while the profiles remain consistent

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B07W4G3YR6 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,207 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #31 in Roasted Coffee Beans |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (4,221) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 514266 |
| Manufacturer  | Peet's Coffee |
| Product Dimensions  | 2.7 x 4.4 x 5.3 inches; 11 ounces |
| UPC  | 800222000204 |
| Units  | 11.0 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Intelligentsia
- **Caffeine Content Description:** Caffeinated
- **Flavor:** El Gallo Blend
- **Item Form:** Coffee
- **Roast Level:** Light Roast

## Images

![Intelligentsia Coffee, USDA Organic Light Roast Whole Bean Coffee, 100% Arabica Coffee - El Gallo Blend 11 Ounce Bag - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61gjOFcNm-L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Light Roast, Whole Flavor
*by A***R on December 21, 2024*

I'm not really a big coffee aficionado so I can't personally attest to the flavor profile. I did not see a roast date on my package which many people commented on in their reviews. The beans were not dried and shriveled up like on other reviews. I used 2 cups of beans which wasn't even half the bag, so hopefully this bag is good for a month of use in a 1 person/1.5 cups per day household. I mostly got this as a way to stop paying for the canned harbucks coffees in the stores which are absurdly costly and take time out of my week to get. 10$/mo is a lot better than 90$ for the cans. The cold brew did not produce a black color which shocked my coworker, but the flavor was very high after a short 11 hour brew. The flavor is significant dulled after a shot of milk and vanilla. Both my taste testers thought the coffee was great. Coffee grounds are great for composting (green material) and your coffee bean grinder can also grind dried disinfected eggshells.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ delicious
*by D***E on January 19, 2026*

I've been brewing this in my Aeropress for a while now, and it's become a favorite. this is a lovely coffee -- velvety smooth, slightly sweet, creamy flavor with perfect notes of brightness. it's not too dark, not too acidic, not too *anything.* deep without bitterness, crisp without too much acidity. very quaffable! medium roast, great packaging, no woody, dank or off-notes. the bag seals back up easily. check the roasting date when you get yours to make sure it's fresh (although I think the kinks have been ironed out here). grind right before brewing. I think you'll be happy.

### ⭐ Coffee is a ghost of what it was.
*by S***E on November 26, 2025*

This brand has been ruined by private equity. This roast is a ghost of what it used to be. It used to be so flavorful and one of the best roasts. I was so proud that it was from the Chicago area. Now its a dark roast whittled down to nothing. It literally tastes like nothing and this new rebranded label is awful! The old one looked so chic. I’m not sure if the roast from Amazon is different from the site itself but this is not it!

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-06*