{"product_id":"italian-roast","title":"Italian Roast","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Italian Roast is our darkest, most intense blend — a slow-roasted combination of specialty-grade Arabica and Robusta that produces a cup of genuine boldness. Roasted fresh in Temecula, California — in most cases the same day it ships. Dark chocolate depth, toasted caramel warmth, and a whisper of smoke. This is the coffee that espresso was built for, and the one that holds up to milk, sugar, and anything else you throw at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Made This\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eItalian espresso culture is built on dark roasts. The Italian style — slow-roasted to a very dark level, often with a blend of Arabica and Robusta — produces a cup that's bold, full-bodied, and intensely satisfying. The Robusta component adds caffeine, crema, and a distinctive intensity that balances the sweetness of the Arabica. Our Italian Roast combines specialty-grade Arabica and Robusta, slow-roasted to develop the full character of both varieties. The Arabica brings dark chocolate depth and caramel sweetness. The Robusta brings the caffeine, the crema, and the bold intensity that makes Italian espresso distinctive. Together they produce a cup that's bold without being one-dimensional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep and prominent, the backbone of the cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToasted caramel\u003c\/strong\u003e — a warm sweetness that prevents the cup from being purely bitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoky depth\u003c\/strong\u003e — a subtle smokiness from the dark roast level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull, heavy body\u003c\/strong\u003e — substantial and filling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery low acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth and easy on the stomach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong, intense finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark chocolate and smoke linger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecialty-grade dark roast Arabica and Robusta coffee blend. Single-ingredient. No additives. Roasted to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~17–24 cups per 12oz bag. Larger sizes scale proportionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso (Recommended)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Built for espresso. Fine grind, 1:2 ratio. Robusta component produces exceptional crema. Bold, intense, and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full body and oils come through beautifully without a paper filter. Coarse grind, 1:15 ratio, steep 4 minutes. Rich and intense.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip\u003c\/strong\u003e — Reliable and consistent. Dark chocolate and caramel notes come through clearly. Medium grind, 1:15 ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk drinks\u003c\/strong\u003e — Holds up beautifully against dairy. Cappuccino, latte, macchiato — the boldness comes through even with significant milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso lovers\u003c\/strong\u003e who want the classic Italian style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark roast devotees\u003c\/strong\u003e who want maximum intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilk drink enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e — bold enough to hold its own against dairy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh caffeine seekers\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Robusta component adds a meaningful caffeine boost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between Italian Roast and French Roast?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are dark roasts, but distinct. French Roast is single-origin Arabica roasted very dark — smoky and intense. Italian Roast blends Arabica and Robusta, producing more crema, more caffeine, and a different flavor profile. Italian Roast is the espresso specialist; French Roast is the dark roast purist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for espresso?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's our best espresso option for people who want the classic Italian style. The Robusta component produces exceptional crema and the bold character holds up beautifully in a shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat roast level is this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDark — our darkest blend. Full body, deep intensity, rich and lasting finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blends\"\u003eExplore our full blend lineup\u003c\/a\u003e — or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coffee\"\u003ebrowse all coffees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Coarse \/ 12oz","offer_id":44080887595044,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-CO-NA-12OZ","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Coarse \/ 1 LB","offer_id":44080887627812,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-CO-NA-1LB","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Coarse \/ 2 LB","offer_id":44080887660580,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-CO-NA-2LB","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Coarse \/ 5 LB","offer_id":44080887693348,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-CO-NA-5LB","price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Coarse \/ 12 LB","offer_id":44080887726116,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-CO-NA-12LB","price":243.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Espresso \/ 12oz","offer_id":44080887758884,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-ES-NA-12OZ","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Espresso \/ 1 LB","offer_id":44080887791652,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-ES-NA-1LB","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Espresso \/ 2 LB","offer_id":44080887824420,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-ES-NA-2LB","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Espresso \/ 5 LB","offer_id":44080887857188,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-ES-NA-5LB","price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 12oz","offer_id":44080887889956,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-ST-NA-12OZ","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 1 LB","offer_id":44080887922724,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-ST-NA-1LB","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 2 LB","offer_id":44080887955492,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-ST-NA-2LB","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 5 LB","offer_id":44080887988260,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-ST-NA-5LB","price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 12oz","offer_id":44080888021028,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-WH-NA-12OZ","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 1 LB","offer_id":44080888053796,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-WH-NA-1LB","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 2 LB","offer_id":44080888086564,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-WH-NA-2LB","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Whole Bean \/ 5 LB","offer_id":44080888119332,"sku":"TVARITALIAN ROAST-WH-NA-5LB","price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/4946\/0772\/files\/italian-roast-dark-roast.png?v=1779141184","url":"https:\/\/milestonebrewedcoffee.com\/products\/italian-roast","provider":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}