Old World Espresso

$13.49
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Old World Espresso – Blend

Espresso is more than a drink—it’s a tradition. Old World Espresso is our tribute to the Northern Italian classics that first defined café culture. Crafted as an authentic, tangy Italian roast (lighter than most espressos), it’s built to deliver the balance, body, and dense crema that old-world espressos are known for.

This award-winning blend (yes, it’s a Golden Bean winner!) is smooth enough to sip straight, yet strong enough to anchor cappuccinos, lattes, and macchiatos with confidence. Expect a lively brightness balanced by chocolate and caramel depth, carried in a syrupy body that finishes clean but lingering.

Unlike the flat, heavy espressos you’ll find in grocery store blends, Old World Espresso keeps its nuance intact. Brew it in your espresso machine for crema-rich shots, or enjoy it as a bold, flavorful drip coffee—you’ll get café-quality results either way.

And of course, it’s roasted only after you order, then shipped within 24 hours. That means your espresso arrives at its peak, fresh and vibrant, with every shot as alive as the tradition it honors.

What’s in the Cup:

  • Origins: South America · Central America · Indonesia · Africa

  • Roast Level: Full City+ / Italian

  • Flavor Notes: Tangy Brightness · Dark Chocolate · Caramelized Sugar

  • Body: Full, Syrupy

  • Acidity: Bright but Balanced

  • Crema: Dense, Golden, Persistent

  • Finish: Smooth, Lively, Lingering

Why you’ll love it: Smooth enough to drink straight, strong enough to power your favorite espresso drinks, and versatile enough to brew as coffee. This is authentic Old World espresso—roasted fresh just for you.

Customers praised this espresso for being "extremely fresh" with "rich flavor" and "magnificent crema." Many enjoyed it for lattes, cappuccinos, and espresso drinks, noting smooth, bold taste with chocolate notes. However, some found it more bitter than expected or lacking complexity. Fast shipping and excellent service were highlighted.

  • 5 stars: 37 (88%)
  • 4 stars: 3 (7%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (2%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 1 (2%)
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Richard S. (Sahuarita, Arizona)
First impressions I found it unremarkable

First impressions I found it unremarkable. I let it off gas a few days and the nose improved but the texture and viscosity are lacking a bit. The flavor fairly flat. I have been at this home barista thing for about 33 years and currently using a big lever machine w PID and La Marzocco conical grinder. I appreciate the roast and ship model as I refuse to even consider a coffee with no roast date, or a roast date 2weeks or more already past. The complimentary Columbia coffee was a nice gesture. Shipping after order was prompt.

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Jonathan B. (New Hyde Park, New York)
Amazing! Magnificent crema and rich flavor

Amazing! Magnificent crema and rich flavor. Changed my espresso experience completely

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Adam C. (Lakeland, Florida)
Love this roast! Yummy!

Love this roast! Makes the yummiest Espresso!

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Richard K. (Plantation, Florida)
Very Disappointed

Unfortunately and surprisingly, this is some of the most bitter espresso I've had. Very disappointed. Is there a way to return the two unopened bags?

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jeff R. (Miami, Florida)
Great service

Easy to order, Fast shipping great Coffee.

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carlos (Atlanta, Georgia)
Great taste

Great taste. Not over roasted like French rost

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Michael H. (Huntley, Illinois)
Great beans for making Espresso

Great beans for making Espresso. Enjoyed the flavors.

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Paula

Love, love, love. The only subscription RTO Old World Espresso is literally out of this world good 🥰

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Anonymous (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
I love this

I love this. Try it!

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Captain D. (Pensacola, Florida)
Old World Espresso great for Espresso

Old World Espresso is a very tasty for both espresso, cappuccino and lattes!

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Lisa W. (Hamlet, Indiana)
The old world espresso was very fresh without any bitter taste to it

The old world espresso was very fresh without any bitter taste to it. You could definitely taste the chocolate and caramel notes in it. Will definitely buy again.

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Alan S. (Boston, Massachusetts)
I liked the old-world espresso it was smooth and balanced

I liked the old-world espresso it was smooth and balanced. Not sour

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Paula E. (Pensacola, Florida)
My Take

Three different roast to order companies one local
and Roast to Order rules number one for me. I have set up subscription for Old World Espresso Whole Beans. Continue to roast and I will be a very satisfied customer .

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Indrit P. (Union, New Jersey)
One of the best espresso beans I’ve had! Extremely fresh

One of the best espresso beans I’ve had! Extremely fresh, great taste and crazy amount of crema!!

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Anonymous (Tucson, Arizona)
Excellent

Excellent

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Ralph I. (South Fulton, Georgia)
Robust

Robust smooth

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Norman S. (Hayward, California)
Great tasting coffee and the second I opened the

Great tasting coffee and the second I opened the bag it was obvious it was freshly roasted

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Nick C. (San Antonio, Texas)
Ordered my first 5 pound bag and my first cappuccino was great

Ordered my first 5 pound bag and my first cappuccino was great. Nice thick syrupy consistency and the chocolate came through the milk with a nice creamy mouthfeel.

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Robert B. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
This is a close favorite

This is a close favorite, great favorite highlight

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Robert B. (Gulfport, Mississippi)
Great rich fresh coffee

Great rich fresh coffee. Will order again

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Jonathan

Excellent taste if you're looking for a more bitter leaning full bodied espresso. Excellent for milk drinks when pulled at 1:1-1.5 ratios

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Jose O. (Covina, California)
It is good but still I’m the missing the tase of my puertorican coffee

It is good but still I’m the missing the tase of my puertorican coffee. I haven’t find a coffee that compares to my country coffee. I will keep trying your coffee to see if I can find to a roast to my satisfaction.

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Home S. (Paradise, Nevada)
Everyone likes my lattes

Everyone likes my lattes.

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Michael (Bokeelia, Florida)
Great Coffee

Smooth, fresh and bold. Excellent Coffee

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Megan V. (Punta Gorda, Florida)
Just buy it

It is excellent coffee! Especially for an espresso machine. It's also great for a French press.

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Ali (Winnetka, California)
A little more bitter than expected but fresh and tasty

It is a little more bitter than I would like but it came very fresh and definitely wakes me up single handedly every morning. Might try their other espresso roast to see how that tastes like but definitely would love to see more espresso options from them

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Lazaro A. (Bartow, Florida)

Great espresso taste

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Rachel F. (Richmond, Virginia)
Wonderful coffee

We purchased the Old World Espresso after purchasing an at home barista machine. This coffee makes a rich, smooth, and tasty cappuccino! Highly recommend!

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Angeline P. (Clermont, Florida)
The best way to start my morning!

I can’t have anything else! Ever since we got our hands on this, no other cup of morning coffee suffices. Between my husband and I we can’t get anything else! It’s the perfect balance and everything you imagine your coffee should taste like. Just bold enough… we use it for our French press, Cuban coffee, espressos, everything!

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KIMBERLY N. (Kerrville, Texas)

I love the old world espresso.

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Kevin

Have been getting the espresso roast for about 3 years now. LOVE the brand's beans! Flavorful.

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Ann L. (Fort Worth, Texas)
The Extra Mile

I have been doing business with Todd for many years. I am woefully limited in my computer skills and am always having to ask him for help in updating my account. Todd makes me feel less like the dummy I am while providing the best coffee I have every enjoyed.