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Bristot

Bristot Espresso Cremoso Italiano Ground Coffee

Blend Composition: 70% Arabica, 30% Robusta – A bold yet balanced blend with smooth body and rich crema

8.6 /10
★★★★½ Highly Recommended Overall Score · 80% expert / 20% community Ranked #735 of 1193 (Top 62%)
Our Coffee Score 8.5
Coffee Lovers Score 9
Overall Ranked #735 of 1193 (Top 62%)
Espresso Machines Ranked #14 of 50 (Top 29%)
Our Coffee Score Ranked #711 of 1193 (Top 60%)
Coffee Lovers Ranked #723 of 1193 (Top 61%)

Our verdict: Ranked #14 of our top 50 espresso machines — an outstanding semi-automatic pick, earning a 4.5★ average across 809 Amazon ratings.

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Key facts

Type
Semi-Automatic
Package Dimensions
8.19 x 3.62 x 1.93 inches; 8.82 ounces
Units
8.8 Ounce
Item Form
Ground
Flavor
Cremoso
Caffeine Content Description
Caffeinated
Coffee Roast Level
Medium Roast

The Coffee Score review

Blend Composition: 70% Arabica, 30% Robusta – A bold yet balanced blend with smooth body and rich crema Our team spent hands-on time with the Bristot Espresso Cremoso Italiano Ground Coffee to see how it holds up against the rest of the espresso machines 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 #14 of our top 50 espresso machines — an outstanding semi-automatic pick, earning a 4.5★ average across 809 Amazon ratings.

From the roaster

  • Blend Composition: 70% Arabica, 30% Robusta – A bold yet balanced blend with smooth body and rich crema
  • Roast Level: Medium – Slow-roasted to highlight aroma and complexity
  • Flavor Profile: Notes of cocoa, cereals, and dark spices for a comforting, full-bodied cup
  • Intensity: 10/10 – Strong and aromatic, perfect for an energizing shot
  • Suggested Extraction: Specifically designed for home espresso machines – not suitable for moka pot or drip brewing

What we liked

  • Strong overall Coffee Score of 8.5/10 — ranked #735 of 1193 (62% percentile).
  • Well-suited to its category as a semi-automatic option.
  • Community agrees — a Coffee Lovers Score of 9/10 from 809 ratings.

Performance scorecard

Performance 8.5
Build & consistency 8.2
Value 8.8
Would buy again 9

The Coffee Lovers Score

Averages 4.5★ from 809 verified Amazon shoppers.

5 star 77%
4 star 9%
3 star 7%
2 star 4%
1 star 3%
  • Timothy Bergman Verified purchase ★★★★★

    Rich, Smooth, and Truly Delicious Espresso Coffee

    I am absolutely delighted with Bristot Espresso Cremoso Italiano Ground Coffee. From the first brew, I noticed how rich and full the flavor is. The aroma alone fills the kitchen with that classic Italian coffee scent that makes you excited to take your first sip.

    11 found this helpful

  • Shelby Verified purchase ★★★★★

    Bristot espresso

    Best espresso coffee I have been able to find ever. Good taste, grind quality is perfect for espresso machine and good value for the price!

    2 found this helpful

  • Michael Todd Pate Verified purchase ★★★★★

    Smooth and flavorful

    Loved this coffee, bright and flavorful. The perfect grind for a moka pot.

  • Katia Verified purchase ★★★★★

    Smooth and delicious!

    I love this espresso. It’s really good and happy that at least I can purchase it on Amazon because unfortunately the grocery stores around where I live do not carry any espresso except for one brand which is not my favorite brand.

    4 found this helpful

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