Nescafe Grande Ground Coffee (500g) | Vacuum-Packed Brick

Smooth, Balanced Ground Coffee with Dry Wood and Spice Character

Nescafe Grande is a premium vacuum-packed ground coffee that delivers a consistently smooth, well-balanced cup with understated complexity. Roasted to a gentle level 2 out of 5, it preserves the coffee's natural subtlety — dry wood and warm spice notes that develop beautifully in the cup without bitterness or heaviness.

With a flavour intensity of 3 out of 5 and a medium body of 3 out of 5, Grande is the ideal everyday ground coffee for those who want quality and approachability in equal measure. The vacuum-packed brick format locks in freshness from the moment of roasting, ensuring every cup tastes as intended.

Taste Profile

Roast level: 2 out of 5 — light to medium, gentle and considered.
Flavour intensity: 3 out of 5 — smooth and balanced, never overpowering.
Body: 3 out of 5 — medium weight, clean and satisfying.
Tasting notes: Dry wood and warm spices, with a smooth, rounded finish.
Caffeine: Medium caffeine content — alert without the edge.

Key Benefits

• Vacuum-packed brick format — sealed at peak freshness to preserve aroma and flavour
• Light to medium roast — retains the coffee's natural character and subtle complexity
• Dry wood and spice notes — distinctive, refined, and easy to drink black or with milk
• Medium body and intensity — approachable for everyday drinking, morning to afternoon
• 500g format — approximately 50 cups at a standard 10g serving
• Pre-ground — ready to use straight from the pack, no grinder required

Brewing Guide

Nescafe Grande ground coffee is perfectly suited to slow, immersive brew methods that allow the dry wood and spice notes to fully develop.

• Cafetiere / French press — 10g per 200ml, steep for 4 minutes, press and pour
• Filter coffee machine — use as directed by your machine, typically 60g per litre
• Moka pot — fill the basket level, medium heat, remove from heat as coffee rises
• Not recommended for pod machines (Nespresso, Dolce Gusto)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Nescafe Grande ground coffee taste like?
Smooth and balanced with dry wood and warm spice notes — a refined, approachable cup with medium intensity and body. Light to medium roast with no bitterness or heavy finish.

What is a vacuum-packed brick?
The coffee is compressed and sealed in an airtight vacuum pack immediately after grinding, locking in freshness and aroma. When you open the pack, the brick expands and releases the coffee's full character.

What brewing methods does it work with?
Cafetieres, French press, moka pots, and filter coffee machines. The grind is optimised for these methods and performs best with slow, immersive brewing.

How many cups does 500g make?
Approximately 50 cups at a standard 10g serving per cup.

Is it strong?
Flavour intensity is 3 out of 5 — medium. Smooth and satisfying without being intense or bitter. Caffeine level is also medium.

How should I store it after opening?
Reseal tightly and store in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Use within 4 weeks of opening for best flavour.