Roast Maestro Ethiopian Coffee Capsules, 10 Nespresso-compatible capsules of single-origin Ethiopian Arabica. The intensity-12 sledgehammer of the range, with the chocolate-and-caramel profile to match.

Overview

Ethiopian Arabica is the granddad of specialty coffee, and Roast Maestro built this capsule to play to the bold side of that origin. Intensity 12 out of 13 means a punchy, full-bodied shot, with a chocolate-led aroma and caramel sweetness on the back. Works in Nespresso Original-line machines and Roast Maestro's own machines.

Tasting notes

• Body: Full, intense espresso shape
• Acidity: Medium
• Notes: Chocolate aroma, caramel sweetness, lingering finish
• Roast: Dark

How to brew

Best as a 25 to 30 ml espresso to keep the intensity tight. It bullies its way through milk, so flat white and cappuccino come out properly coffee-forward. If you want it a little softer, pull it longer or top up with hot water for an Americano.

Specs

• Type: Coffee capsules, single origin
• Pack size: 10 capsules
• Compatibility: Nespresso Original Line and Roast Maestro machines
• Origin: Ethiopia, 100% Arabica
• Intensity: 12 / 13
• Brand: Roast Maestro (Saudi Arabia)

Why we love it

If your morning needs a shove rather than a tap on the shoulder, this is the capsule. The chocolate-caramel finish is what stops it from being just dark for the sake of it.

Available at Coffee & Cream, Egypt's home for premium coffee and tea, with fast delivery across Cairo and Egypt.