by Amazon Ground Coffee Caffè Intenso, Light Roast,1kg (4 Packs of 250g) - Rainforest Alliance CertifiedRainforest AllianceRainforest AllianceRainforest AllianceRainforest Alliance

Of several previous purchases from the 'Happy Belly' range, most were proven to be of excellent value and quality as well as to taste (only one was considered unpleasant) but that can happen with any product and at any time.'Happy Belly Caffe Intenso' is the first ground coffee to be purchased from the brand. Rated with a strength rating of 4, and apparently equal to that intended to be purchased but not then in stock. When delivered, the use-by date was approximately 18 months later and it will be used well before expiry approaches. Unlike some which are loosely vacuum-packed, with a CO2 release valve in the bag, thse are 'bricked', tightly packed and solid until opened; there is no CO2 release. Pricing was also remarkably low (4 x 250g packs).As a relative newcomer to using a filter machine at home (one was used in workplaces but the choice of coffee was then never personal), experience thus far in selecting whatever is available and hopefully to taste is that strength, flavour, bitterness and other such characteristics can and will vary with the brand; one may be rated 3 by one and 4 or 5 by another yet they are very similar blends, roasts etc.The grind is stated on the pack as 'medium' and to be ideal for use in cafeterieres, filter and Moka machines; it is a filter machine for which it is required. By comparison with other medium-ground coffees, this is by some way the finest grind of all. The fragrance of the coffee when first opened was not as expected and had a strange, almost fishy, character. Were it sold in a specialist coffee roast and grind shop, that characteristic alone would likely cause it to be ignored. As it is tightly-packed in foil and well-sealed, there can be no external causative influence.Flavour, once brewed, and based upon the usual two tablespoons-plus per 250 ml cup as generally recommended, was flavourful, pleasant and its strength slightly greater than a true 4 but with none of the strange character of the dry product! It is likely that the quantity used will be reduced to two level tablespoons per cup for the cups usually used, and one per cup for the smaller 125 ml shot cups.Addendum - for a minor medical issue, it has been suggested to see whether a decaffeinated product would help resolve it and Happy belly Decaffeinated since purchased - the flavour is good and without the usual 'acidic' character.

Good value, good taste, suitable for making large quantities of strong coffee, without having the unpleasant burnt taste that some coffees have. I'll buy this again. Not ground very fine, but still good for making espresso as well as in filter machines

I don't buy into 'nutty notes' or 'hints of berries' rubbish but I know when a coffee is good and this one really is. I got a second box to store for later before they change the batch. We drink it as Americano with a dash of full fat milk and for the first time I can say that a coffee tastes 'smooth', it really does. Not too acidic, not too bitter, just nice. Mind you it's quite strong anyway due to being really fine, so don't overfill the espresso handle. Enjoy!

Despite the "Intenso" name, this light roast leans toward gentler indulgence, with soft chocolate undertones and a mild aroma that makes for a smooth, easy-drinking cup. It’s not punchy or bitter.💰 Value for money? Genuinely solid. For the 1kg price point, you're getting a reliable cup that's better than most supermarket offerings. It’s not artisan-level, but for your weekday caffeine fix, this hits the mark without denting the wallet.

Great price and good taste. I will buy it from time to time.

This coffee is affordable and great tasting too. I use this coffee in my moka pot and it makes a great morning coffee that has good strength and flavour.

With supermarkets raising the prices of their ground coffee, I came to Amazon to see what was available and decided to try Intenso by Amazon.I didn't find it particularly aromatic, but certainly has a unique flavour which is nice and smooth with no bitter aftertaste.For such an affordable coffee, the colour and quality is of a good, decent standard. A nice medium roast which I'll definitely buy again!

I very rarely review items on Amazon, even though I buy quite a lot of stuff. I have bought many different coffees on here - big names and small - depending on what's got a special offer as my budget is restricted. I always come back to this Amazon brand. Yes the price goes up and down, I suppose everything does, but the quality of this coffee along with it's excellent strength makes it a clear winner for a lower priced coffee - economical on the price but not on the quality or taste. I have been drinking ground coffee for about 30 years and, whilst no doyenne I like to think I know a nasty coffee from a decent coffee and this is definitely on the upper end of a decent coffee. Keep this product coming, Amazon - you have a customer for life.