I have been using Starbucks espresso roast for about 12 years for my daily coffee, does this compare?
802412
No, it does not compare. This is far, far better and generally less expensive.
802413
hm-m-m, I believe there is a difference between the two in taste. But we've never tried to brew Starbucks espresso at home, so it's unfair to compare if prepared in different machines.
802414
I buy this in Italy for about 7euros on sale, the 4 pack kilo, whenever I go. When I am not in Italy I order it here for double price. It is the same as what I buy there, only there there are many choices for the Crema e Gusto, I like the Napolitano Gusto. Also I prefer the Lavazza Rosa. Crema e Gusto is a lighter blend that has espresso but I don't think of it as their real espresso. I would go for the Lavazza Nero or Espresso (black package/container) for the full flavor espresso, very strong, pure espresso. Lavazza Rosa is a bit stronger than Crema e Gusto but still a nice blend.
802415
way better my friend, this is real italian espresso coffee.the best you can ask if you are an espresso lover.starbucks is just a copy of a copy of a copy
802416
To be completely honest I tried that once and was unsatisfied with the taste and overall idea of that being accepted as an expresso roast. Lavazza is completely superior in all aspects of a coffee the flavor profile is simply complex and one try will prove my opinion of this.
802417
I go out of my way to order this for my espresso machine at home since I cannot find the "Crema e Gusto" anywhere near me. It is that good.
802418
i think it is much better. i have never liked starbucks. lavazza is stronger and smoother.
802419
Lavazza is an outstanding coffee but more smooth than Starbucks. I alternate with 4 different coffees as I don't want the same thing every day. I use Lavazza, Starbucks, Gevalia and the best of all Intelligentsia, which you can purchase on Amazon.
1503634
The espresso is excellent. You can prepare it in two strengths: 1) knock your sock offs and 2) strong. My machine works fast and effectively and the coffee is very full bodied and rich in flavor.
1397936
We bought ours as a replacement to a Starbucks Saeco machine (which we used heavily for 9 years), and were very disappointed in it. It lasted about two years with using it 2 to 3 timese a day. The steamer is what went bad - making the milk taste burnt. If you are just using it for the espresso, my guess is that it will hold up fine.
100203
I've been drinking 8 o'clock bean for over 50 years since it was sold at the A&P; supermarkets in NY. I find this coffee light. I think a much better alternative is the 100% Columbian now called Columbian Peaks. I only use the whole bean and sometimes grind it with 8 o'clock French Roast in a 50/50 blend. I use 3 times as much coffee as the average person to make brew. It is not bitter even though it is very strong but I also drink it with half & half cream. My friends always ask me to make them a cup when they visit.
708299
My model is a Francis Francis X-1. That model does use ground coffee. It's been very dependable. I've had mine for 8 years.
2269871
Not that bad as some dark roasts. So far it hasn't clogged up my espresso machine.
934172
I'm not a coffee expert, but from everything I have read and experienced, the quality, freshness of the roast and the grind will determine how good your coffee experience is. I would at least choose an espresso grind when choosing coffee beans. (Finer ground then coffee for drip machines)
1168762
The Italian roast is awesome and oily. In comparison to Starbucks this is less expensive and not as burnt tasting. In all I would say you can't beat the price
1867892
I haven't used the Sbucks espresso but I do use Lavazza - Crema e Gusto which is the coffee of choice of my native Italian friends and have no problem.
742462
No. It's much better. I had a SBUX one today because I got a gift card and I waited 10 minutes for an inferior drink. The SBUX espresso is not even in the same league. PA
586606
It's very similar in boldness but slightly smoother in taste. I would say it's a matter of taste. I've had the French Roast as an espresso, strong coffee, and iced coffee and they were all good without an acid aftertaste.
1814610
I've noticed no change. Still very good coffee in my estimation. I believe most coffee dealers are honest with their product regarding quality. I do believe they try to fudge a bit sometimes with the quantity.
187683
Hi Stephine the Cuisnox Roma 6 makes good expresso coffee but it dose not make particularly good crema-in my opinion. Having said that I am very happy with our buy but we do use it to make milk based coffee so that is probably why it is not a big issue with us. We have had it for 6 to 9 months and use it daily. Hope this helps.
581278
I have had my machine for a year. I use it several times a day, for both cappuccino and americano, and have had no problems. Maybe I'm one of the lucky ones, but I love the machine. It's all I use for coffee.
1426489
Before I found this Italian Roast, I was a French Roast drinker. I prefer the Italian Roast. It's worth a try!
1614292
Best used by June 3 2014 date. Roast is a heavy medium--not as dark as standard Starbucks but darker than blonde
742460
In addition to my Nespresso, I drink Starbuck's a lot as well. In my opinion, Nespresso is as good as Starbucks.