Fans of full-bodied coffee
You’re looking for a pronounced flavour and want to compare the tasting notes rather than relying on the word ‘intense’ alone.
Who is this guide for?
Moka pot, filter and cafetière users
You’re choosing ground coffee for a particular coffee maker, so you need to check which brewing methods are listed for each product.
Shoppers who care about pack size
You want to add coffee to your regular shop and choose a pack size that suits how quickly you get through it.
What should you look for?
For a coffee break with biscuits, start with your brewing method. Once you’ve confirmed that, compare the flavour profiles and pack sizes.
| Criteria | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Full-bodied flavour | Ingredients and tasting notes; read the intensity rating according to the brand’s own scale. | When I’m having biscuits, what matters most is a pronounced flavour and aromas I enjoy; around 33% of consumers would make this their top priority. |
| Coffee maker | Look for moka, filter or cafetière on the product details. | I want to choose a grind described as suitable for my usual coffee maker; around 25% of consumers would prioritise compatibility. |
| Pack size and availability | Check the weight of each pack in a multipack and availability at your chosen shop or for your preferred collection option. | I’d prefer a pack size I can use at my own pace and find while doing my shopping; around 25% of consumers would prioritise these practical considerations. |
| Caffeine | Don’t infer caffeine content from the intensity rating; check the information for the specific product. | I enjoy a pronounced flavour, but I also want to keep an eye on my caffeine intake; around 17% of consumers would put this first. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming intensity means caffeine content
An intensity rating describes a coffee’s profile according to the brand’s scale. On its own, it doesn’t tell you the caffeine content or mean that the coffee will taste the same as one from another brand.
Check the ingredients and tasting notes. For caffeine content, look for product-specific information rather than trying to interpret the rating.
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Choosing a large multipack without checking what’s inside
A multipack may contain several individual packs, so the total weight won’t tell you how it’s divided up.
Check the number and weight of the packs, then choose an amount that suits how quickly you use it.
A pack that’s too large may stay open for longer than you’d like, which can affect the coffee’s aroma.
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Assuming an intense coffee suits every coffee maker
The flavour profile doesn’t confirm that the grind is suitable for your brewing method.
Look for your method — moka, filter or cafetière — on the product you’re planning to buy.
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Confusing online listings with local availability
A product listed online won’t necessarily be available at your chosen shop or through your preferred collection option.
Check availability for your shop before making your choice.
Brands and retailers to know
Lavazza
The range includes ground coffees with a variety of flavour profiles. Lavazza describes Momento Vivace as having an intensity of 9/10 and being suitable for filter, moka and cafetière brewing.
- The brewing guidance for Momento Vivace makes it easier to choose according to your coffee maker.
- Its intensity rating doesn’t apply to the whole range and can’t be directly compared with another brand’s rating.
Carte Noire
Carte Noire offers ground coffees for moka pots, filter coffee makers and cafetières, including a Classique coffee rated 7/10 for intensity.
- The listed brewing methods help you find products suited to your equipment.
- Check the details for your chosen coffee: the features of one product don’t describe the whole range.
Malongo
Malongo offers ground coffees including single-origin varieties, full-bodied profiles and decaffeinated options.
- The range gives you a choice of products with different flavour profiles.
- Check the ingredients, specific features and recommended brewing method for each product.
Carrefour
The retailer offers several ground coffee brands, including L’OR Intense 100 % Arabica and Lavazza Espresso Barista Intenso.
- Product details let you compare the listed ingredients and pack sizes.
- Check availability at your chosen shop and for your preferred collection option.
E.Leclerc / Plantation
E.Leclerc offers Plantation Pur Arabica Intense ground coffee in a 250 g pack, among other products.
- The pack size is shown on the product page.
- The product page states that this item isn’t sold directly on the website; check with your local store or Drive service.
Ground coffees available on Joybuy
These ground coffees come in a range of pack sizes and flavour profiles to consider if you’re looking for a full-bodied cup. If you use a moka pot, filter coffee maker or cafetière, check the brewing guidance for each product.
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CAFE JOYEUX Ethiopia, ground coffee 250 g
Worth considering if you’d like a 250 g pack to enjoy with biscuits; check the product page for the listed brewing methods.
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Lavazza Tales of Napoli, ground coffee 200 g
Worth considering if you’re looking for a coffee described as intense. The product name gives an intensity rating of 9; check the grind guidance for your coffee maker.
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GIMOKA Intenso BIPACK, ground coffee 500 g
The 500 g BIPACK could be a good option if you’d like several packs. Check the weight of each pack and the recommended brewing method.
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GIMOKA Gusto Ricco, ground coffee 250 g
This 250 g pack is an option if you’d rather buy a single pack. Check the ingredients and recommended brewing method before comparing it with other full-bodied coffees.
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Lavazza Barista Intenso, ground coffee 2 × 250 g
The two 250 g packs may suit you if you’d rather open your coffee gradually. Check that the listed brewing methods are suitable for your equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Is the intensity rating enough to choose a full-bodied ground coffee?
No. It’s a guide to the coffee’s place within a brand’s range, but it doesn’t guarantee the same taste across different brands. Also compare the ingredients, tasting notes and recommended brewing method for the product you’re considering.
Which ground coffee should I choose for a moka pot, filter coffee maker or cafetière?
Choose a product whose details list your brewing method. Lavazza describes Momento Vivace as suitable for filter, moka and cafetière brewing; Carte Noire also lists these methods for its ground coffee range. Always check the specific product before buying.
How should I store ground coffee after opening?
Carte Noire recommends storing it in an airtight container, away from light, heat and moisture. The pack size you choose should also suit how quickly you use it.
Does coffee described as very intense necessarily contain more caffeine?
No. The stated intensity doesn’t tell you the caffeine content of a product. If this matters to you, check product-specific information rather than relying on the intensity rating alone.