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Café Santo Domingo Induban

Café Santo Domingo Caracolillo, 16 oz Bag

A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE – Indulge in the exquisite rarity of peaberry coffee, also known as Caracolillo in Spanish. Representing less than 5% of the crop yield, each round pea-like bean offers a unique journey of flavor.

9.1 /10
★★★★½ Must Drink Overall Score · 80% expert / 20% community Ranked #144 of 1193 (Top 13%)
Our Coffee Score 9.1
Coffee Lovers Score 9.1
Overall Ranked #144 of 1193 (Top 13%)
Coffee Beans Ranked #55 of 200 (Top 28%)
Our Coffee Score Ranked #137 of 1193 (Top 12%)
Coffee Lovers Ranked #489 of 1193 (Top 41%)

Our verdict: Ranked #64 of our top 200 coffee beans — an outstanding medium pick with caramel, hazelnut, berry notes, earning a 4.6★ average across 146 Amazon ratings.

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Key facts

Roast
Medium
Origin
Multi-region blend
Process
Roasted
Size
16 oz
Price / oz
$1.14
Best for
Drip

Flavor notes

CaramelHazelnutBerryCitrus

The Coffee Score review

A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE – Indulge in the exquisite rarity of peaberry coffee, also known as Caracolillo in Spanish. Representing less than 5% of the crop yield, each round pea-like bean offers a unique journey of flavor. Our team spent hands-on time with the Café Santo Domingo Caracolillo, 16 oz Bag to see how it holds up against the rest of the coffee beans we've tested.

Across repeated sessions we evaluated it on the categories that matter most: quality, consistency, value, and how likely we are to reach for it again. Ranked #64 of our top 200 coffee beans — an outstanding medium pick with caramel, hazelnut, berry notes, earning a 4.6★ average across 146 Amazon ratings.

From the roaster

  • A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE – Indulge in the exquisite rarity of peaberry coffee, also known as Caracolillo in Spanish. Representing less than 5% of the crop yield, each round pea-like bean offers a unique journey of flavor. The symmetrical shape ensures an even roast, resulting in a brew that's truly exceptional.
  • AWAKEN YOUR SENSES – Experience the allure of peaberry whole beans coffee with its gentle acidity and reduced bitterness, inviting you to savor the joy for life every sip. Delight in the intricate notes of spices, caramel, and citrus, weaving together to create a symphony of flavor unlike any other.
  • A LEGACY OF DISTINCTION – Since 1945, Café Santo Domingo has been a beacon of excellence in the world of Dominican coffee. Our commitment to quality and tradition is unwavering, ensuring that every cup carries the rich heritage of our land. Join our loyal customers who affectionately call us "My coffee," and discover the true essence of Dominican coffee culture.
  • Certifications: Kosher - Gluten Free
  • Imported from the Dominican Republic

What we liked

  • Strong overall Coffee Score of 9.1/10 — ranked #144 of 1193 (13% percentile).
  • Distinct flavor profile: Caramel, Hazelnut, Berry, Citrus.
  • Community agrees — a Coffee Lovers Score of 9.1/10 from 146 ratings.

How we graded this coffee

Grading framework
Taste 40% weight 9.5
Freshness 20% weight 9.2
Bean Quality & Sourcing 15% weight 8.6
Value 15% weight 8
Roast Quality 10% weight 9.2
Our Coffee Score (experts, 80% of overall) 9.1/10

The Coffee Lovers Score

Averages 4.6★ from 146 verified Amazon shoppers.

5 star 85%
4 star 6%
3 star 4%
2 star 2%
1 star 3%
  • Theodore P. Wendel Verified purchase ★★★★★

    Finally, great coffee at a reasonable price

    Love at first sip! Perfection - very smooth taste!

  • DCS Verified purchase ★★★★★

    Almost As Good As Cruise Souvenir Coffee!

    My favorite thing about cruising the Bahamas is the fresh coffee beans straight from the tourist traps on the islands, lol! It really is better than usual coffee. I ordered this on a whim after burning through my own “cruise coffee” and a second bag a friend brought back from a later one.

  • C. L. Esq. Verified purchase ★★★★★

    The Best Every Day Coffee!

    A favorite and an all around excellent coffee. Very flavorful without being harsh or overly acidic. Recommend that you buy the whole bean and grind your own for the very best flavor. Happy to see this great brand represented well here!

  • Kelley1000 Verified purchase ★★★★★

    Freshness and Quality

    This is a good coffee and at a good price. The bag is vacuum sealed very well to keep the beans as fresh as possible. There's something about peaberry coffee that I have always enjoyed and this is a good one.

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