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product_id: 61556699
title: "Whole Coffee Bean Italian Espresso Medium Dark Roast - FORTE by Filicori Zecchini. Arabica and Robusta Blend. Roasted then blended. Made in Italy since 1919 - 2.2Lb (1kg) Bag"
brand: "filicori zecchini"
price: "R276"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/61556699-whole-coffee-bean-italian-espresso-medium-dark-roast-forte-by
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Whole Coffee Bean Italian Espresso Medium Dark Roast - FORTE by Filicori Zecchini. Arabica and Robusta Blend. Roasted then blended. Made in Italy since 1919 - 2.2Lb (1kg) Bag

**Brand:** filicori zecchini
**Price:** R276
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Whole Coffee Bean Italian Espresso Medium Dark Roast - FORTE by Filicori Zecchini. Arabica and Robusta Blend. Roasted then blended. Made in Italy since 1919 - 2.2Lb (1kg) Bag by filicori zecchini
- **How much does it cost?** R276 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/61556699-whole-coffee-bean-italian-espresso-medium-dark-roast-forte-by)

## Best For

- filicori zecchini enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted filicori zecchini brand quality
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## Description

desertcart.com: Whole Coffee Bean Italian Espresso Medium Dark Roast - FORTE by Filicori Zecchini. Arabica and Robusta Blend. Roasted then blended. Made in Italy since 1919 - 2.2Lb (1kg) Bag : Grocery & Gourmet Food

Review: EXCELLENT Espresso Bean Option! - When a friend who adamantly disliked coffee returned from Italy with a sudden love of espresso, of all things, I had to find out more. And while this is not necessarily the same brand she may have had while vacationing in Italy, her close friend and tour guide introduced her to this brand stateside, claiming it's the ONLY coffee he buy here in America. Now I already enjoy coffee quite a bit, but after hearing it converted a die-hard coffee hater, I figured I had to give it a try. It's a relatively inexpensive considering it's a two-pound bag, but I have to say it is quite delicious. I haven't done a coarse grind drip batch yet, but the espresso grind I tried in my Aeropress was quite wonderful. It's rich, dark, and flavorful, but not nearly as acidic or biting as I anticipated. Maybe it's the paper filter in my Aeropress, but more than likely it's just a really smooth, deep and approachable bean. Bon Appetit!
Review: Best espresso beans ever! - I have owned top-quality home espresso machines for nearly forty years and experimented with many brands of espresso beans. I 've always found the best to be Illy, Lavazza, and a local brand in Chicago called Intelligentsia. Until now. On recommendation from a vendor, I ordered a bag of Filicori Zechini Forte beans. They arrived last week and every day I have enjoyed the most delicious home-brewed espresso I've ever had. I own a Gaggia Classico semi-automatic machine with a separate Gaggia 8002 MDF grinder. With the grinder set at 5, I get a consistently thick, rich, creamy brew every time. I am so happy to have discovered this fantastic coffee!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B079T178N5 |
| ASIN  | B079T178N5 |
| Age Range Description | All Ages |
| Brand Name | Filicori Zecchini |
| Caffeine Content | Caffeinated |
| Caffeine Content Description | Caffeinated |
| Certificate Type | GMO Free |
| Coffee Roast Level | Dark Roast |
| Coffee Type | Coffee Bean |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (263) |
| Flavor | Espresso |
| Insert Type | espresso |
| Item Form | Whole Bean |
| Item Package Weight | 1.02 Kilograms |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Package Dimensions  | 13 x 5.8 x 3.5 inches; 2.25 Pounds |
| Specialty | GMO Free, Single Origin |
| Sweetness Description | Not Sweet |
| Unit Count | 35.2 Ounce |
| Units  | 35.2 Ounce |
| Variety | regular |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Filicori Zecchini
- **Caffeine Content Description:** Caffeinated
- **Flavor:** Espresso
- **Item Form:** Whole Bean
- **Roast Level:** Dark Roast

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are there any filicori forte lovers here? i bought a bag back in march f wll & it became my favorite coffee.  but then in july a new bag was terrible.**
A: I bought a bag of this coffee about a month ago and found it quite satisfactory. It was considerably better than something I had purchased from another source. It doesn’t match Starbucks French roast, but I can’t use that in my fully automatic espresso maker, it’s too oily. So this has been an excellent compromise for me.

**Q: What is the roast date and best by date? When was it shipped from Italy?**
A: I received a bag the end of November, and the best by date is 03/2022. There's no roast date on the bag.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EXCELLENT Espresso Bean Option!
*by B***A on February 8, 2023*

When a friend who adamantly disliked coffee returned from Italy with a sudden love of espresso, of all things, I had to find out more. And while this is not necessarily the same brand she may have had while vacationing in Italy, her close friend and tour guide introduced her to this brand stateside, claiming it's the ONLY coffee he buy here in America. Now I already enjoy coffee quite a bit, but after hearing it converted a die-hard coffee hater, I figured I had to give it a try. It's a relatively inexpensive considering it's a two-pound bag, but I have to say it is quite delicious. I haven't done a coarse grind drip batch yet, but the espresso grind I tried in my Aeropress was quite wonderful. It's rich, dark, and flavorful, but not nearly as acidic or biting as I anticipated. Maybe it's the paper filter in my Aeropress, but more than likely it's just a really smooth, deep and approachable bean. Bon Appetit!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best espresso beans ever!
*by N***. on September 6, 2020*

I have owned top-quality home espresso machines for nearly forty years and experimented with many brands of espresso beans. I 've always found the best to be Illy, Lavazza, and a local brand in Chicago called Intelligentsia. Until now. On recommendation from a vendor, I ordered a bag of Filicori Zechini Forte beans. They arrived last week and every day I have enjoyed the most delicious home-brewed espresso I've ever had. I own a Gaggia Classico semi-automatic machine with a separate Gaggia 8002 MDF grinder. With the grinder set at 5, I get a consistently thick, rich, creamy brew every time. I am so happy to have discovered this fantastic coffee!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent bean for automatic espresso machine
*by T***N on October 9, 2021*

This roast is among the richest that I have found to date that is compatible with a super automatic espresso machine. (Dark, oily beans will gum up the works.) I've been able to dial the machine in to form perfect pucks--neither too dry not wet--yielding aromatic espresso with a ample crema and no bitterness. For drip, I would choose a darker roast, but if you are limited by machine restrictions, I recommend taking these beans for a grind. I dinged a star for lack of transparency regarding roasting date and bean origins and processing standards.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-20*