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Organic Il Chicco ~ Traditional Italian Roast CoffeeDark Roast
BoldRobustSmooth
USDA Organic
CCOF Organic
Roasted in San Diego
Roast-to-Order
Our take on the traditional Italian-style dark roast: so bold and smooth it'll curl your hair, with a deliciously balanced yet robust character. Certified USDA Organic, 100% Arabica. Roasted small-batch to order in Oceanside, California.
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$19.95 - $84.81
Roasted within 48 hrs
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About this coffee
Il Chicco is our traditional Italian Roast: bold, roasty, and smooth without being harsh. It is more like a classic dark roast or French roast than an espresso blend, though it works beautifully in espresso-style brewing, moka pot, and drip.
Tasting notes
Bold and robust with a smooth, balanced body and a deep, roasty finish. An Italian-style dark roast that's full-flavored without turning harsh.
USDA Organic
CCOF Organic
Roasted in San Diego
Roast-to-Order
- Roast
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Dark
- Flavor
- Unflavored
- Caffeine
- Full CaffeineTypically ~90–120mg per 8oz brewed cup*
- Acidity
- Low
- Body
- Full
- Best brew methods
-
EspressoMoka PotDrip
- Process
- Natural or Washed
*Caffeine content varies naturally based on brewing method, serving size, and preparation.
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Coffee details
- Roast
- Dark
- Flavor
- Unflavored
- Caffeine
- Full CaffeineTypically ~90–120mg per 8oz brewed cup*
- Acidity
- Low
- Body
- Full
- Best brew methods
- EspressoMoka PotDrip
- Process
- Natural or Washed
- Grind options
- Ground, Whole Bean
- Ingredients
- Organic Arabica coffee beans
- Allergens
- Free of milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame
- Diet
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Vegan
Gluten-Free
Vegan
Gluten-Free
*Caffeine content varies naturally based on brewing method, serving size, and preparation.
How do you brew?
Tips for getting the most out of this coffee, by method.
Brewing this coffee
Use moka pot or espresso-style brewing when you want its Italian-roast depth in a concentrated cup. For drip, use a medium grind and expect a bold, smooth dark roast rather than a dedicated espresso blend.
Recommended for this coffee
EspressoMoka PotDrip
Drip / Pour-over
1:17 ratio (e.g. 30g coffee : 510g water) · Medium grind · 195–205°F water · 3–4 min total brew. Bloom for 30 sec with 2x coffee weight in water before pouring the rest.
French press
1:15 ratio · Coarse grind · 195°F water · Steep 4 minutes · Plunge slow and even. Pour off immediately — leftover grounds in the press over-extract.
Espresso
18g in / 36g out · Fine grind · 25–30 sec extraction · 200°F. Dial in grind first — finer = slower extraction.
Cold brew
1:8 ratio · Coarse grind · Steep at room temperature 12–18 hours · Strain through fine mesh or paper filter. Concentrate — dilute 1:1 with water or milk to serve.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions about this coffee.
What does Il Chicco Italian Roast taste like?
Bold and robust with a smooth, balanced body and a deep, roasty finish. An Italian-style dark roast that is full-flavored without turning harsh. It is USDA Organic, 100% Arabica, roasted small-batch to order in Oceanside, California.
What roast is Il Chicco Italian Roast?
It is a full dark roast — bold and smoky with a smooth finish, not thin or sharp.
How much caffeine is in Il Chicco Italian Roast?
Typically around 90 to 120 mg per 8 oz brewed cup, like a regular full-caffeine coffee. Caffeine varies naturally with brewing method, serving size, and preparation.
Is Il Chicco the same as your espresso?
No. Il Chicco and Premium Espresso are two different coffees.
Il Chicco is our traditional Italian Roast, a bold dark roast inspired by classic Italian coffee culture. It works beautifully for espresso, moka pot, drip coffee, and other brewing methods, but it is not the same blend as our Premium Espresso.
If you're looking for a traditional dark roast with rich, smoky character, Il Chicco is a great choice. If you're specifically looking for our espresso blend, choose Premium Espresso.
Il Chicco is our traditional Italian Roast, a bold dark roast inspired by classic Italian coffee culture. It works beautifully for espresso, moka pot, drip coffee, and other brewing methods, but it is not the same blend as our Premium Espresso.
If you're looking for a traditional dark roast with rich, smoky character, Il Chicco is a great choice. If you're specifically looking for our espresso blend, choose Premium Espresso.
What is the shelf life of your coffee?
Unopened, in our original bags with the one-way freshness valve, our coffee has a best-by date of 18 months from the roast date. Once opened, plan to use ground coffee within 2-3 weeks and whole bean within 4-8 weeks for peak flavor, though it remains safe to drink well beyond that.
Should I buy whole bean or ground coffee?
Whole bean delivers better freshness and flavor, beans don't start oxidizing until they're ground. If you have a grinder, whole bean is the way to go. If you don't, ground coffee is convenient and stays fresh in the sealed bag for several weeks. We sell both formats for every flavor in this lineup.
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