Which coffee goes with my fully automatic machine?
Why beans and roast level are so important.
A fully automatic machine should do one thing above all: deliver good coffee at the touch of a button. However, even the best machine cannot reach its full potential if the wrong beans are used.
Many coffee drinkers invest a lot of money in their fully automatic machine, but pay too little attention to the choice of beans. Yet the coffee itself has the greatest influence on taste, crema and enjoyment.
Find out more in this article:
- Which beans are suitable for fully automatic machines
- What you should look out for when buying
- Which roasts work particularly well
- Which Caffè Gemelli coffees we recommend
Why the choice of beans is so important for fully automatic machines
A fully automatic machine works differently to a portafilter. The grinder, brewing unit and extraction are designed for the simplest and most consistent preparation possible.
Therefore, not all coffees are equally suitable for fully automatic machines.
Very light roasts, for example, can lead to acidic results, while heavily oily beans can put unnecessary strain on the grinder.
Coffees that are particularly suitable for a fully automatic machine are therefore:
- are roasted in a balanced way
- bring little acidity
- produce a pleasant crema
- Extract reliably
Arabica or Robusta - which works better?
A question we often hear: Is it better to choose Arabica or Robusta for the fully automatic machine?
The answer is: it depends on the desired taste.
Arabica beans often have more delicate aromas and a subtle sweetness. Robusta, on the other hand, provides more body, a denser crema and a little more intensity.
Many Italian coffees therefore deliberately use blends of both types of bean.
The result:
- Balanced taste
- Beautiful crema
- low acidity
- High suitability for everyday use
Which roast is suitable for fully automatic machines?
Roasting has an enormous influence on the result in the cup.
For fully automatic machines, we recommend medium to darker roasts in most cases.
You are bidding:
- more Balance
- less acid
- Chocolaty aromas
- a fuller body
Very light roasts also work, but often require more fine-tuning of the machine settings.
Our recommendations for fully automatic machines
Not every coffee behaves the same in a fully automatic machine. That’s why we at Coffeechecker specifically test our coffees in different preparation methods.
Caffè Gemelli Espresso Alessandro
Espresso Alessandro is one of our most popular coffees for fully automatic machines.
It convinces through:
- Chocolatey notes
- Pleasant sweetness
- low acidity
- balanced body
It delivers consistently good results, especially for espresso, café crema and cappuccino.
Crema di Roma
If you are looking for an uncomplicated everyday coffee, Crema di Roma is the right choice.
Typical are:
- creamy taste
- Mild spice
- low acidity
- Pleasant balance
This makes it ideal for several cups a day.
Caffè Gemelli Espresso Manuel
For all those who like it stronger.
The Manuel offers:
- Intense roasted aromas
- particularly low acidity
- Spicy notes
- dense crema
Perfect for lovers of classic Italian coffees.
Common mistakes when buying coffee for fully automatic machines
Many problems already arise when buying the beans.
The most common errors include:
- Selection based solely on price
- Very light specialty roasts for standard fully automatic machines
- Incorrect storage at home
- No adjustment of the grinding degree
The right bean is always the basis for good coffee.
Which flavor profile suits you?
At Coffeechecker, we deliberately make the choice easy.
Our coffees are divided into three worlds of taste:
Chocolatey
Ideal for anyone looking for a classic Italian coffee.
Nutty and spicy
For all those who prefer stronger coffees full of character.
Sweet-fruity
For coffee drinkers who like to discover new flavors.
This will help you find the coffee that really suits your taste.
is particularly important.
Choosing the right beans has a greater influence on your coffee than many settings on the fully automatic machine.
If you pay attention to balanced roasts, low acidity and high-quality beans, you can exploit the full potential of your machine.
Our Caffè Gemelli coffees were developed precisely for this purpose: uncomplicated coffee enjoyment with Italian character – perfect for everyday use and ideal for fully automatic machines.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about fully-automatic coffee
Which beans should I use for fully automatic machines?
Balanced roasts with low acidity and good body are best.
Are oily beans bad for fully automatic machines?
Very oily beans can put more strain on the grinder and the brewing unit.
Which beans produce a beautiful crema?
Blends with a certain proportion of Robusta usually produce a particularly stable crema.
Which Gemelli coffee is best suited for fully automatic machines?
Espresso Alessandro and Crema di Roma are particularly popular.
Still not sure which coffee suits you? Then take a look at our other blog posts. In “Recognizing coffee quality: The checklist for coffee fans “, we show you exactly what you can look out for when choosing your coffee. And if you want to know what makes a good coffee, then we have just the blog post for you: “What makes good coffee?“.
