Price per ounce, today
| Coffee | Size | Price | Per ounce | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavazza Crema e Aroma Whole Bean, 2.2 lb | 35.2 oz | $22.53 | $0.64 | See it |
| Lavazza Espresso 100% Arabica Whole Bean, 2.2 lb | 35.2 oz | $22.99 | $0.65 | See it |
| Lavazza Espresso Barista Gran Crema Whole Bean, 2.2 lb | 35.2 oz | $22.99 | $0.65 | See it |
| Starbucks Espresso Roast Whole Bean, 18 oz | 18 oz | $11.98 | $0.67 | See it |
| Lavazza Super Crema Whole Bean, 2.2 lb | 35.2 oz | $26.99 | $0.77 | See it |
| Gaviña Old Havana Espresso Whole Bean, 32 oz | 32 oz | $28.99 | $0.91 | See it |
Price per ounce = today’s Amazon price ÷ ounces in the bag. Amazon prices as of Nov 6, 2026, 4:22 AM PT. A product Amazon isn’t selling today is left off.
Why Lavazza Super Crema
Fluent in Coffee pulled more than 200 shots of 12 beans on a Barista Express. Super Crema was the one that worked with almost no fiddling.
“Easily the most forgiving bean I tested. Lavazza Super Crema practically dials itself in on the Barista Express.”
Fluent in Coffee, July 2026 · read it
“Because it comes in a nitrogen-flushed bag, you skip the roast-date guessing game that specialty beans demand.”
Fluent in Coffee, July 2026 · read it
Skip very oily dark roasts
Shiny, oily beans leave residue on the burrs of the built-in grinder. Over time that can make your dose uneven.
“For the Barista Express, avoid very oily beans as daily beans. The grinder can handle coffee, but oily buildup can make the workflow messier over time.”
One Hundred Coffee · read it
“Oily dark roasts clog the Breville grind chute and cause inconsistent dosing – dry medium or medium-dark beans are easier and taste better.”
Chameleon Coffee · read it
“Tasted exactly like a Starbucks espresso — meaning burnt, flat, and lacking nuance.”
Fluent in Coffee on Starbucks Espresso Roast, July 2026 · read it
Buying fresh beans instead?
If you buy from a roaster, look for a printed roast date, not just a best-by date.
“Best window is 7-21 days after roasting. Past 4 weeks, CO2 has largely escaped and you’ll get minimal crema no matter what.”
Fluent in Coffee · read it
Questions people ask
Can I use oily beans in a Breville Barista Express?
Now and then, but not every day. Oil builds up on the burrs and in the chute of the built-in grinder. Dry medium or medium-dark beans work best.
How fresh should espresso beans be?
For bags with a roast date, about one to three weeks after roasting is the sweet spot. Lavazza seals its bags, so the roast date matters less.
Do I need different beans for the Bambino?
No. The Bambino has no grinder, so your grinder decides how fine you can go. Any of these beans work. More on the Bambino.
More for Breville owners
- New to the Barista Express? Fix first-week problems.
- Need a tamper? Breville takes a 53.3 mm tamper.
- No grinder? The best ground coffee for espresso machines.
How we picked
We read every review we could find of these beans on Breville machines, and we link each one. Prices come from Amazon today. Brands don’t pay us to be picked. How we check.