Nespresso Cafezinho – Discover Its Bold And Robust Flavor

Last updated on October 26th, 2023 at 20:14

The Nespresso cafezinho is, in my humble opinion, one of the best gourmet cafezinho drinks that you will try!

If you have a Nespresso machine, I strongly advise that you grab some Nespresso cafezinho capsules if you see them – they are strictly limited edition!

Keep reading for the details!

What Is Nespresso Cafezinho?

As cafezinho is a little Brazilian coffee with a big, big taste and while it is not an espresso drink, the Nespresso Cafezinho is brewed as an espresso.

The name cafezinho in Brazilian Portuguese translates to little coffee.

It is pleasantly slightly bitter with a complex flavor due to the selection of 4 Arabica beans from Espírito Santo, Cerrado Minas Gerais with the flavor enhanced by the presence of beans from Poços de Caldas and Carmo de Minas and the pulped natural Bourbon.

The final cup of coffee is rich, with a velvet-like smooth texture with peculiar fragrances of sandalwood and walnut with some very unusual herbal notes lingering on your tongue with rosemary and thyme making themselves present.

Read: Brazilian coffee cocktail

Origin

The 4 bean blend of the Nespresso cafezinho comes from various coffee producing areas of Brazil, which are:

• Cerrado District In Minas Gerais State.
• Poços de Caldas In Minas Gerais State.
• Carmo De Minas also Minas Gerais State.
• Espírito Santo.

All the beans used are of premium quality and Arabica beans.

Roast Details

All the beans from Minas Gerais state are roasted together to a higher roast, a dark roast, while the Espírito Santo beans are roasted to a medium roast, which helps to get some unexpected notes into the Nespresso cafezinho and make it an omni roast.

The Minas Gerais beans and their longer roast time and higher roasting level helps to enhance the bitterness, intensity and body as well as the flavor of the coffee.

Aroma

The Nespresso cafezinho is very aromatic with intense aromas that linger. It’s a very sensual espresso drink with herbal notes of rosemary, thyme and peculiar hints of sandalwood and walnut.

Frequently Asked Questions About Nespresso Cafezinho

How Is Nespresso Cafezinho Different From Other Nespresso Capsules?

Nespresso Cafezinho differs from other Nespresso capsules available as it is the only one that brews the intense and strong famous Brazilian coffee.

Besides the obvious, it is a coffee capsule that contains a 100% pure Brazilian blend with beans from Espírito Santo State and the Cerrado District of Minas Gerais State. The flavor is enhanced with the presence of dulcet pulped natural bourbon from Minas Gerais and Carmo de Minas. That’s a blend of 4 beans.

The arabica beans from Espírito Santo are roasted to a medium roast while the other three beans are roasted together to a dark roast profile to make an omni roast. It’s aromatic, intense coffee with herbal notes with hints of rosemary and thyme with flavors of sandalwood and unexpected walnut.

Although a Cafezinho is not an espresso, this Nespresso capsule is an espresso and is a limited edition that is only available infrequently every year, usually around the Carnival.

What Is The Flavor Profile Of Nespresso Cafezinho?

The Nespresso Cafezinho is spicy and intense with a very unexpected flavor of walnut and sandalwood with lingering hints of rosemary and thyme. This omni-roast version of a Cafezinho is one of the most flavorful versions of a Cafezinho you will find.

Is Nespresso Cafezinho A Limited Edition Or A Permanent Product?

The Nespresso Cafezinho is unfortunately a limited edition product. It would be great if it was available year round. Usually this capsule is only available a few weeks before, during and after the Carnival.

Can Nespresso Cafezinho Capsules Be Recycled?

Yes, like all Nespresso capsules, the Cafezinho capsule by Nespresso can be recycled.

What Is The Caffeine Content Of Nespresso Cafezinho?

A Nespresso Cafezinho has 80 mg of caffeine.

Read: Cafezinho

How Should Nespresso Cafezinho Be Prepared?

A Nespresso Cafezinho is best made with the smallest drink size available and as a black coffee. This is how it is enjoyed in Brazil, as black coffee.

If you so wish, you can add a splash of milk.

Where Can I Buy Nespresso Cafezinho Capsules?

The best place to buy Nespresso Cafezinho capsules is to buy them directly from the Nespresso website in your country when it is available.

What Is The Shelf Life Of Nespresso Cafezinho Capsules

Nespresso Cafezinho like all Nespresso capsules, are good for about a year beyond the production date. The expiration date is printed on the sleeve or box that they came in.

Store your capsules in a cool, dry place away from moisture, strong light and heat.

Final Thoughts – Nespresso Cafezinho

Nespresso Cafezinho is a good, very good cafezinho to try and when you do, enjoy it served as it is, naked with no sugar or milk added to savor the flavor.

If it is not to your enjoyment, later for your second cup add a splash of milk.

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Derek Marshall

Derek Marshall, a certified barista by the Specialty Coffee Association possesses over two decades of experience in specialty coffee shops. He holds professional certifications for coffee brewing and barista skills. Derek is also an author with authoritative books covering various coffee topics including specialty coffee, sustainability and coffee, coffee brewing, coffee recipes, coffee cocktails and books focusing on Brazilian coffee, Vietnamese coffee, Indonesian coffee and Malaysian coffee. As a barista for over two decades, Derek Marshall has worked in specialty coffee shops across the United Kingdom, Spain, Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. His expertise extends to the distinct coffee cultures, specialty beverages, and brewing techniques of each nation. Functioning as a coffee consultant, Derek charges US$50 per hour. To learn more about Derek Marshall and Latte Love Brew, visit his About Me Page. For coffee inquiries, contact him at +34-639-410-375 or Derek@LatteLoveBrew.com, mentioning your name and location