Specialty Coffee under €10? Check out our Top 4 Recommendations

Let's be honest: specialty coffee and budget don't usually go hand in hand. But sometimes they can.

Whether you're just getting started with better coffee or just looking for something good without emptying your savings account, we'll help you get started.

We roast fresh, don’t like fuss, and appreciate a good deal just as much as you do. That’s why we’ve rounded up five specialty grade coffees that stay under €10. Yes, really, and still taste like you’d be drinking them in a fancy Copenhagen café.

They are smaller bags (usually 250g), but perfect for getting to know real quality, without spending more than you would on two lattes.

Let's dive in!

1. Blend No1 – Our Everyday Hero

You want something reliable. Nothing fancy. Something that works well with your espresso machine, French press or your old fashioned percolator. That's Blend No1.

This is our standard blend when people say, “Just give me a good coffee.”

• Flavor: Chocolate, caramel, almond

• Branding: Medium +

• Brewing methods: All of them. Really.

Setting advice:

• Espresso: 19g coffee, 38ml water, 93°C, 29 seconds
  
  

• French Press: 35g coffee, 500ml water, 92°C, 5 minutes, ratio 1:14
  
  

• Moka Pot: 1/8 coffee to water ratio, medium-fine grind, brewing time 1–3 minutes
  
  

Blend No1 is balanced and forgiving. Mess up the grind or water temperature? No problem, it still tastes good. Without milk or with milk, it always works.

☺️☕ Who is this coffee for?

• Anyone switching from supermarket coffee.

• Households and workplaces with different tastes.

• Fans of soft, chocolatey flavours.

• The “just act normal” types.

• Anyone who doesn't feel like thinking about their coffee.

🚫 Who isn't this coffee for?

• People looking for pronounced fruity flavors.

• Lovers of light, complex roasts.

• Anyone who swears by single origin coffee.
  
  

➡️ Buy Blend No1 for less than €10

2. Brasil Capricornio – Your Stylish Espresso

Brasil Capricornio offers a classic Brazilian coffee experience, with a mild taste and notes of milk chocolate, hazelnuts and black cherries.

This coffee is purchased through direct trade from the Capricornio cooperative, which is committed to reviving coffee cultivation in the southern states of Paraná and São Paulo.

The beans grow at altitudes between 450–1200 meters and ripen slowly, which provides a layered and refined flavor.

• Flavour: Milk chocolate, hazelnuts, black cherry

• Branding: Medium

• Brewing methods: Espresso, French press, filter, moka pot

Setting advice:

• Espresso: 19g coffee, 38ml water, 92°C, 29 seconds
  
  

• French Press: 35g coffee, 500ml water, 90°C, 5 minutes, ratio 1:14
  
  

• Moka Pot: 1/8 coffee to water ratio, medium fine grind, brewing time 1–3 minutes
  
  

Versatile, forgiving and perfectly balanced, this coffee is ideal for anyone looking for a reliable and flavourful cup of coffee.

☺️☕ Who is this coffee for?

• Espresso fans who enjoy a soft, nutty taste.

• Anyone looking for a versatile coffee that suits different brewing methods.

• Coffee drinkers who appreciate a balanced and approachable profile without harsh acidity.

• People who value sustainable and direct trade practices.

🚫 Who isn't this coffee for?

• Adventurous coffee drinkers looking for bold, experimental flavours.

• Lovers of light roasts with lots of acidity.

• Anyone who only drinks single-origin coffees with pronounced regional characteristics.

➡️ Try Brasil Capricornio for less than €10

3. Colombia Giraldo – Powerful, Sweet and Full of Character

Hailing from the Giraldo region in Colombia's Antioquia department, this single origin coffee pays tribute to Zwarte Roes' roots.

Once a conflict zone, the area is experiencing a coffee farming revival thanks to initiatives focused on better education and fair trade practices for local farmers.

The washed processing method ensures clarity and freshness in the cup, balanced by a full body.

Expect rich chocolate notes with a subtle red fruit aftertaste that lingers pleasantly. This coffee comes into its own, both black and milk.

• Taste: Chocolate, caramel, red fruit

• Branding: Medium+

• Acidity: In balance

• Body: Full

Setting advice:

• Espresso: 19g coffee, 40ml water, 94°C, 33 seconds
  
  

• French Press: 35g coffee, 500 ml water, 92°C, 5 minutes
  
  

• Moka Pot: 1/8 coffee to water ratio, medium fine grind, 1–3 minutes
  
  

These brewing methods bring out the best in the coffee, delivering a strong, satisfying cup every time.

☺️☕ Who is this coffee for?

• Espresso lovers: For those looking for a coffee that performs excellently as an espresso.

• Milk Coffee Drinkers: For those who like to drink coffee with milk and appreciate a nice balance of flavors.

• Fans of rich, balanced coffees: For those who appreciate a full body and a sweet aftertaste.

• Adventurous Gourmets: For coffee lovers who want to discover the unique flavors of Colombian coffee.
  
  

🚫 Who isn't this coffee for?

• Lovers of light roasts: Those who like bright, fresh acids may find this coffee too strong.

• Decaf drinkers: Those who want to drink caffeine-free are better off choosing another alternative.

• Fans of mild flavors: Those who prefer mild coffees may find this profile too intense.
  
  

➡️ Colombia Giraldo is available for €9.95 per 250g , a top deal for a specialty coffee.

4. Blend No2 – Fruity & Cheerful

You want something a little fresher. A little fruitier. Something that works well with your espresso machine and your mood. That's Blend No2.

This is the blend we recommend when someone says, “I like a little fruit, but still want that chocolatey base.”

• Taste: Chocolate, caramel, citrus

• Branding: Medium

• Brewing methods: Espresso, moka pot, French press, fully automatic

Setting advice:

• Espresso: 19.5g coffee, 38ml water, 92°C, 29 seconds

• Moka Pot: 1/8 coffee to water ratio, medium-fine grind, 1–3 minutes

• French Press: 35g coffee, 500ml water, 92°C, 5 minutes, ratio 1:14
  
  

Blend No2 is smooth and lively with just the right amount of playful acidity. Great as a straight shot or with milk. Think of it as Blend No1’s extroverted cousin, still reliable but just a little louder at parties.

☺️☕ Who is this coffee for?

• Espresso lovers looking for a little more character.

• People who are curious about fruity coffee, but are not yet ready for the extreme stuff.

• Anyone who wants an accessible blend with its own personality.

• Moka pot fans who long for a fresher cup.

• Lovers of the Brazilian Ethiopian flavour combination.
  
  

🚫 Who isn't this coffee for?

• Die-hard fans of dark roast with bitter, smoky notes.

• Filter purists seeking the refinement of pure single origins.

• People who want their coffee super low in acidity and completely traditional.
  
  

➡️ Try Blend No2 for less than €10

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Finally (Without Latte Art)

We get it, specialty coffee can seem expensive and serious. But it doesn't have to be.

These four coffees let you taste quality without breaking the bank.

For less than €10 you can taste a balanced house blend, coffee beans with Brazilian chocolate notes or a sweet profile from Colombia.

Start small. See what suits your taste.

And if you still want more? We also have 1kg bags, but that's another story.

Do you have any questions? We are here for you. No questions? Choose one (or more) and experience what really good coffee is!