Rating of the best brands of coffee for a coffee machine for 2020

Coffee is a fragrant invigorating drink, without which almost no person can imagine their life. A cup of coffee is not only a great morning, but also a great excuse to take a break during the working day. A combination of two factors will allow you to get a delicious drink: a coffee machine and good coffee.

Our rating includes 6 brands for coffee machines, of which 5 are premium and 1 is budget. All of them are distinguished by excellent organoleptic characteristics and a wide range of products.

The best premium coffee brands

Lavazza

Brand history

The history of this Italian company began with a small grocery store over a century ago in 1895. Its founder is Luigi Lavazza, who drew attention to the differences in coffee berries that came from different regions of the world. Studying the qualities of different varieties of this culture led him to the idea of ​​mixing them to achieve optimal taste. This is how the art of blending and creating mixtures was born, and at the same time the world famous brand Lavazza, which is considered to be founded in 1927.

Since then, the company has come a long way of development and self-improvement: the packaging changed from parchment and vacuum cans to the usual modern vacuum bags, new technologies were introduced into the production of products, first recipes for blends were created, and then capsules for coffee machines. A long but stable path has led Lavazza to the world championship in coffee production. It is important to note that for the leadership of this family organization, it is important not only the end result - income from the sale of its products, but also the process of growing coffee berries, their receipt at their enterprises. In addition to everything, the management of the company behind the scenes, with the help of a fund created in 2004, takes care of people who grow this crop for their enterprises: they introduce new agricultural technologies, improve the living conditions of farmers.

Lavazza produce the product in grains, ground, instant, and also in capsules.

Products

There are two subspecies in beans products: classic and espresso, both of which are perfect for preparation in coffee machines.

Lavazza classics

• Qualità Rossa is a combination of Brazilian Arabica and African Robusta. Medium roast, intensity 5, combined with notes of chocolate and dried fruit for a rich and lasting sensation.
• Qualità Oro - Perfect Symphony - 100% Arabica. The mix of Central and South American 6 medium roasted varieties results in a sweet and persistent flavor with floral and fruity notes. Intensity 5.

Espresso by Lavazza

The first two are 100% Arabica, the second is a mixture with Robusta.

• Caffè Espresso is a blend of several varieties from Central and South America, very aromatic with floral notes. Medium roast, intensity 5.
• L'Espresso Gran Aroma - soft with a touch of chocolate and long-lasting cream. Medium roast and low intensity 6.
• L'Espresso Gran Crema is a slow medium-roasted blend with a persistent aromatic taste with notes of baked goods. Medium intensity 8.
• Espresso Crema & Aroma. A moderate intensity of 8 and a medium roast blend of South American, African and Asian coffee berries result in a harmonious creamy sensation with chocolate notes.

Coffee capsules

It is represented by 5 species, of which only the first consists entirely of Arabica:

• Armonico - Strong roasting infuses the drink with bright notes of roasted cereals and caramel. Medium intensity 8.
• Ristretto - South American berries with a touch of South Asian robusta, under the influence of dark roasting, reveal chocolate and caramel shades in full and balance. Intensity 11.
• Decaffeinato Ricco is a blend of a Brazilian variety and robusta from Southeast Asia with a high degree of roasting. Characterized by velvety and sweetness with notes of cereals and dried fruits. Decaffeinated. Intensity 6.
• Deciso is a strong, rich and bright blend of Brazilian and South Asian varieties. Notes of cocoa and wood are characteristic. Dark roast, intensity 10.
• Avvolgente - an unusual and effective combination of Brazilian and African Arabica with a blend of Robusta from Southeast Asia gives a refined taste with notes of cocoa and spices. Dark roast, low intensity 5.

Lavazza capsules are compatible with Nespresso® Original coffee machines. The package contains 10 capsules.

The cost of a package is 250 g - from 228 rubles, capsule (10 capsules) - from 295 rubles.

• long history of the brand, for which it has established itself as a manufacturer of high quality products;
• extensive geography of growing raw materials - different regions supply raw materials with different characteristics, which allows you to create blends with unique organoleptic characteristics;
• all product formats are offered: in grains, ground, instant, in capsules, which is very convenient for the various needs of the buyer;
• a large selection of varieties with different ratios;
• a wide palette of flavors: chocolate, caramel, cereals, dried fruits, etc.;
• different degrees of browning;
• reliable sealed packaging;
• packing of 250, 500, 1000 g.

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Molinari

history of the company

Molinari is another family-owned trading company, whose history began back in 1804 in Italy. True, the company began to deal directly with coffee only in 1911. It was then that the Giuseppe Molinari family opened their cafe-bar, a coffee shop, which became incredibly in demand in the city. Its unprecedented popularity was due to the fact that coffee was roasted directly in the bar - the aroma spread throughout the city, attracting more and more visitors. Since then, the Molinari family has decided to redirect their business to the coffee mainstream. One of the key principles of family production is the exceptional quality of the final product: high-quality raw materials from various regions of the world, modern heat treatment technologies, the latest packaging methods - all this is done to maintain our product in the premium segment.

Assortment of coffee

Molinari offers the widest range of natural coffees, which can be purchased in different formats: beans, ground, in chaldar and capsules.

There are several lines in grain, among which 100% Arabica is Gourmet and 5 stars. Let's consider the main ones:

• Gourmet is an aromatic drink, velvety and sweetish with a subtle citrus note.
• Oro is a traditional blend of 95% Arabica and 5% Robusta. This composition, combined with dark roast, makes the drink sweetish with a slight sourness.
• Espresso is a combination of 80% South American Arabica and 20% Robusta. Rich and tart with little to no acid.
• Rossa is an incredibly aromatic blend of 70% Arabica and 30% Robusta. Astringent sweet and sour with a pleasant bitterness and a long aftertaste.
• 5 stars - the most elite line with an unsurpassed bright scent. Differs in rich softness and chocolate-honey tint with subtle sourness. High foam is characteristic. The line is designed for HoReCa and is available in 3 kg cans.

Molinari capsules are presented in several types:

• Qualita Oro - medium roast, intensity 9. Balance and rich aroma are the main characteristics.
• 100% Arabica is a sweet and slightly sour mixture from different regions.
• Cacao Arancia - medium roast, intensity 10. Delicate taste with notes of chocolate and orange.
• Decaffeinato is a decaffeinated natural rich drink. Intensity 9.
• Caffe Biologico - several varieties of Arabica that have been grown to all organic standards. Intensity 9.
• Qualita Rosso is a blend of several varieties of Arabica with a rich, bright aroma and deep taste with a slight bitterness. Medium roast, intensity 10.

The capsules are compatible with Nespresso® Original coffee machines.

The cost of a package of 500 g - from 1120 rubles, packing of capsules (10 pcs.) - from 280 rubles.

• the company has earned the trust of buyers for the consistent quality of its products throughout the history of its existence;
• the widest assortment for both home use and for catering and hotel business;
• the brand offers a wide variety of blends that allow even the most discerning drinker to find the right one for themselves;
• an innovative way of packaging - pressurization, allows you to preserve the aroma of the product for 3 years;
• packaging made of biodegradable materials;
• rich aroma;
• excellent organoleptic qualities of the finished product.

• expensive.

Illy

The path of the company formation

Illy is a coffee brand that began its history in 1933 in the Italian city of Trieste. The founder of the company, Francesco Illy, almost immediately focused on selling coffee, because this aromatic drink had already won the hearts of all residents of Italy and Europe as a whole. However, Francesco was not only a successful entrepreneur, but also an excellent inventor. It was he who invented the first automatic coffee machine. The research vein was passed on to the son of the founder of the brand, under whose leadership, already in our time (2000), the University of Coffee was created for research and inventions in the coffee industry. The management pays great attention to the education of its employees. The university educates not only those who are engaged in the cultivation of this culture, but also coffee shop workers, baristas who are directly involved in the preparation of the drink.

Throughout the history of its development, the company strives to maintain the quality of its products at a height. For this purpose, raw materials are purchased directly from the producing country (Brazil, Kenya, Ethiopia, etc.). This is followed by a stage of careful selection of raw materials using a patented digital sorting machine, as a result of which only berries are left in perfect shape and color. Composition of mixtures, thermal processing of raw materials and packaging are also carried out under the close supervision of specialists. It is important to note that the packaging is carried out according to the pressurization technology, which retains all the qualities of the final product for up to 3 years.

Products

Illy manufactures products in beans, ground, in capsules (for Nespresso® Original coffee machines), iperEspresso capsules (for cooking in branded machines Y1, X1, X7, X8), in pods, filter bags.

All coffee in its composition contains only arabica, which can be collected in blends from raw materials from different parts of the world, or be a mono-variety from a specific region.

A mixture of 9 varieties from different regions

Available in 3 versions:

• Intenso - dark roasted, strong with notes of cocoa;
• Classico - soft, medium roasted, perfectly balanced with a light caramel aftertaste;
• Decaf is a classic option but decaf.

Monosort, or Arabica sourced from one specific region

It is presented in 5 varieties, which got their name from the names of the countries from which the raw materials were obtained:

• illy Arabica Selection Colombia (Colombia) - delicate sweet taste with delicate citrus notes;
• illy Arabica Selection Guatemala (Guatemala) - bold and multifaceted with a pronounced chocolate shade;
• illy Arabica Selection Brasile (Brazil) - the most intense and bright with dominant notes of caramel;
• illy Arabica Selection Efiopia (Ethiopia) - the most inimitable and unique among all varieties, delicate and delicate with notes of jasmine;
• illy Arabica Selection India (India) - unusual and multifaceted, like its country of origin. On the palate there are persistent notes of black pepper and dark chocolate.

Cost 250 gr. - from 660 rubles, the cost of packing capsules (21 pcs.) - from 1048 rubles.

• wide geography of raw materials supply;
• the strictest quality control of the products;
• available in the form of grains, ground, in capsules and pods;
• ground and whole grain is packed only in cans;
• perfect one size and level of roast grain;
• mild taste with pleasant bitterness;
• the presence of both combinations of different varieties and monos from specific countries.

• no blend with robusta;
• expensive.

Paulig

history of the company

Another large coffee company that arose thanks to the initiative and entrepreneurship of one person. It began its history, like the previous ones in the 19th century (1876), but not in Italy, but in Finland. It was there that her ancestor Gustav Paulig opened his at that time still quite small business, which consisted in the sale of imported colonial goods in Northern Europe. At the beginning of the 20th century, the family business began supplying green coffee berries to its region, which the entrepreneur's family roasted at home and then resold to residents. Gradually, roasted coffee began to sell much faster and in large volumes, which prompted Gustav to create the first coffee roasting plant in Northern Europe. Over time, the company grew, it even had its own brands.

It is noteworthy that Paulig was the first in Europe to indicate the date of manufacture of the product on the packaging, so that the consumer could track its freshness.

Since then, Paulig has been continuously developing and expanding the boundaries of its production: new production methods, new products are being developed, factories are being built not only in Finland, but also in other countries, including Russia.

Products

Only ground and whole grain coffee is produced.

Several lines stand out. Let's consider each in more detail.

Presidentti

It is 100% Arabica and is more suitable for brewing in a filter coffee maker and a French press.

There are 3 variations in the Presidentti line: Original, Gold and Black.

• Original is a blend from Central America that is medium roasted to achieve a balanced flavor. Differs in subtle berry notes.
• Gold - more aromatic, lighter roast gives more softness and noticeable sourness with fruity notes.
• Black - is distinguished by a strong degree of roasting, which gives a noble bitterness, chocolate aftertaste and an unforgettable aroma.

Classic

Line for automatic coffee machines.

The blend of this series is made up of Central American Arabica, which, after medium roasting, is filled with a nutty aroma. It is characterized by balance in all organoleptic parameters and a thick dense foam. Separately in this line is Classic Crema, which is characterized by a long aftertaste and velvety cream.

Arabica

Arabica and Arabica Dark - striking balance. The first option has a medium roast, the second is dark, which manifests itself in the strength and light bitterness.

Espresso originale

For automatic coffee machines.

It is a classic blend of South and Central American grains and Indian robusta. A dense and aromatic drink with notes of chocolate and nuts.

Mokka

The drink is specially developed for the Russian market, it is distinguished by its strength and aroma.

Mundo

It is made from raw materials collected from ecologically clean plantations. The taste contains notes of dark sugar and honey.

City

Available in four variations. More suitable for cooking in a French press, filter or geyser coffee maker.

• Café Paris - for coffee with milk lovers. Extra dark roast.
• Café New York is mild, suitable for consumption all day long.
• Café Havana is a Cuban-style drink: dark roast and full-bodied flavor.
• Café Moscow is ideal for preparing raff coffee. Strong browning and bright, persistent aroma.

Christmas coffee

Limited line for Christmas holidays. Medium roasted with cardamom and cinnamon.

Packing cost 250 g - from 220 rubles.

• medium strength;
• balanced organoleptic characteristics;
• decent quality at an affordable price;
• interesting variations of the drink with different aftertastes.

• not all mixtures are suitable for preparation in automatic coffee machines;
• few variations of a drink from a combination of different varieties;
• packaging without a zip fastener;
• heterogeneous grains.

Segofredo

Another Italian coffee company. Its origin is associated with the name Massimo Zanetti. The original Italian firm is now a multinational group (Massimo Zanetti Beverage Group) of almost 50 companies. The geography of this brand covers all residential continents and many countries.

Assortment of coffee

Segofredo coffee products are presented in grain, ground, capsules compatible with Nespresso, Dolce Gusto and Modo Mio.

Segofredo coffee beans from arabica

• Speciale Aroma - characterized by a noticeable sourness.
• Selezione Arabica - composed of the berries of the Brazilian and Peruvian coffee tree. Medium roast reveals a multi-layered aroma and flavor that combines floral and chocolate notes.
• Organica - made from organically grown raw materials in compliance with all environmental standards. Chocolate and caramel are caught.

Segofredo beans made from a blend of Arabica and Robusta

• Intermezzo is a vibrant mix of 60% to 40% medium roast. Complex taste with sourness, in which cocoa, citruses and mountain herbs can be distinguished.
• Buono - the hallmark of this duo is softness and moderation. The degree of browning is medium.
• Mild is a 90% to 10% ratio. Soft, balanced and harmonious with fruity notes.
• Selezione Crema is popular with cappuccino lovers. Provides a beautiful, long-lasting foam. The ratio is 4 to 1.

• Espresso Casa is a mix of 80% and 20% of moderate strength with a pleasant creamy flavor.
• Massimo - 70% to 30% ratio ideal for lattes and cappuccino. Bright notes of chocolate are present.
• Speciale Dolce is a blend with a tangible citrus flavor.
• Speciale Espresso is a unique 50-50 mix. Intense and full-bodied.

Capsules

Are presented in 3 types:

• Classico;
• Decaffeinato (decaf);
• Intenso.

The cost of a package in beans 500 g - from 500 rubles.

• a huge selection of blends;
• thick foam;
• compatibility of capsules with different types of coffee machines;
• rich aroma;
• acceptable price.

• the quality varies greatly depending on the supplier country;
• grain heterogeneity.

All previous brands are premium class. In addition to them, our rating includes a budget coffee brand, which, according to reviews of many users, has excellent taste despite its low cost.

Best budget coffee brand for a coffee machine

Jardin

Jardin is a very young company in comparison with the previous ones. It appeared in 2007 as a joint project of a Swiss and Russian company. The uniqueness of the production lies in the use of a special technology of double roasting, as well as in a special packaging system. The brand is based on varieties without the addition of robusta. They are presented in grain, ground, instant form, as well as capsules for coffee machines.

Jardin range

It can be broken down into 3 subcategories:

• Specialty Coffee - a mono-variety of Arabica beans from a specific region of the Earth;
• Gourmet Coffee - blends of various varieties of Arabica;
• Freeze Dried - instant drinks.

We are interested in the first two, because it is in them that coffee is presented in grain form. Let's take a closer look at what is included in them.

Specialty coffee

• Ethiopia Sidamo - Dark roasted Ethiopian berries. A combination of tenderness with soft bitterness and fruity notes.
• Colombia Supremo - from Colombia with a multifaceted taste, in which citrus flowers, chocolate, vanilla can be distinguished. Strong browning.
• Sumatra Mandheling is strong and full-bodied, rich in nuances and aftertastes.

Gourmet coffee

• Americano Crema made from medium roasted Brazilian beans. Soft. Suitable for Americano and Espresso. There is a slight sourness.
• Breakfast Blend is made from Brazilian and Guatemalan varieties.
• Espresso Di Milano - dark roast gives the drink a subtle bitterness with chocolate notes.
• Dessert Cup is the perfect blend of Central American and African varieties for making Americano and Espresso. Multifaceted.

Packing cost 250 gr. beans - from 179 rubles.

• all suggested product options are 100% Arabica without added robusta;
• there are monosorts from specific regions;
• low price for decent quality;
• excellent organoleptic characteristics;
• a wide range of products;
• variety of tastes;
• easy to find in any store.

• not found.

In our rating, we reviewed 6 brands of coffee for coffee machines, although there are many more. We chose these ones because they are in maximum demand among buyers and receive the maximum number of positive reviews from them.

In conclusion, I would like to say that each brand of this drink finds its buyer, because how many people - so many tastes. When choosing a coffee brand for yourself, pay more attention to your own feelings and needs. Decide what you like most in this drink and expect from it: strength, sourness, aroma, rich aftertaste. We hope our rating with a complete description of coffee brands will help you make the right choice.