Saka Crema Bar
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Saka Crema Bar is a premium Neapolitan espresso blend known for its thick, velvety crema and deep, chocolatey profile. Expertly roasted in Naples, Italy, this 60% Arabica and 40% Robusta blend offers a bold yet smooth body with subtle notes of raisin and a clean, non-bitter finish.
Why Choose Saka Crema Bar?
If you are searching for the best espresso for a rich, syrupy texture, the Crema Bar is Saka Caffé’s most balanced offering. Unlike lighter specialty roasts, this medium Neapolitan roast is designed specifically for high-pressure extraction, delivering a consistent "tiger-striped" crema every time.
Flavor Profile & Tasting Notes
- Tasting Notes: Dark Chocolate, Toasted Hazelnut, and Sweet Raisin.
- Mouthfeel: Full-bodied, syrupy, and exceptionally creamy.
- Acidity: Very low and gentle; smooth from the first sip to the lingering finish.
- Aroma: Intense, classic Italian coffee shop fragrance.
Coffee information
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Origin
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60% Arabica - 40% Robusta
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Roastlevel
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Medium-dark
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Roastdate
Recipe
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RECIPE
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This profile and recipe was developed on a lever espresso machine in true Neapolitan fashion (Argos Espresso Machine) – so should be taken as a starting point, and not an absolute as different machines extract in different ways.
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The basket for this espresso recipe are 14 gram waisted/tapered baskets like the Espresso Parts HQ 14g. Any other baskets like VST or IMS work too.
RECIPE DETAILS
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We recommend the following recipe as a starting point
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Dose
15 grams
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Output
27 grams
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Brew temperature
190ºF-196ºF/88ºC-91.0ºC
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Pre-infusion time
3-5 sec
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Brew time
25-27 sec
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Brew Ratio
1 to 1.8
WATER FOR ESPRESSO
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For the best tasting result and for the longevity of your espresso machine use filtered water.
Use one of the following solutions
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Soft tap water filtered through a filter pitcher (e.g. BWT)
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Bottled water with a low TDS (i.e. between 70/120 TDS and low Calcium content)
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Zero Water Filter + minerals (e.g. Lotus Water, Apex Lab, Third Wave Water or dilute with tap water to get in the 70/120 TDS range)
Great coffee :)
Full bodied , rounded coffee flavour. Bitter and creamy without that charred burnt taste, that you experience with a lot of Italian dark roasts.
I use these beans for my business and my customers all give it high praise 👏 and most prefer them over my specialty roast .
Tasty tasty tasty old school espresso. Great roaster.
Really great coffee, one of the best I've ever drunk :)
Coffee was great. But mainly the service and the person behind the website are top notch. If anyone is reading this, This is some of the most passionate service I've encountered. 10/10, would buy again.
Concentrated dark chocolate with no bitterness. The whole Saka lineup is phenomenal
I’ve been really enjoying Saka Crema Bar lately. Pulling shots on my lever machine seems to unlock an extra layer of sweetness and clarity—thick, velvety crema with balanced notes plus a smooth, lingering finish. It’s forgiving to dial in, but rewards careful pressure profiling with rich body and clean flavors. A fantastic blend for classic, satisfying espresso.
Delicious coffee! Especially with ice cream to make a affogato.