Review of 8 types of Lebo coffee

Few modern people can imagine the morning without a cup of aromatic drink with a slight bitterness and a pleasant aftertaste, giving a boost of energy for the whole day. But how do you choose the ground coffee that's right for you? After all, the range of mixtures is so wide that when you come to the store, your eyes widen and it becomes difficult to make a choice. Following the lead of intrusive advertising, we buy a bright package with promising inscriptions, but often our expectations are not met. Let's look into the details and determine which ground coffee to choose, what you really need to pay attention to when choosing.

About the brand

Lebo coffee is produced in Russia, in Lyubertsy (Moscow region). Certificates for coffee production were received in 1997. Certifications and equipment have been updated in 2021. The products are manufactured in the workshops of CJSC Product-Service. According to Nielsen's coffee and tea market research conducted this year, LEBO is No. 3 in terms of sales of natural ground coffee on the Russian market. JSC Product-Service Company produces LEBO coffee, Serenada coffee, and also provides coffee roasting and packaging services to private brands and the creation of private labels for retail chains.

Raw materials and production

Since the site is not informative, and there is no information about the activities of the workshops of the company, it is difficult to find out anything about production. In any case, the products are certified according to GOST, which is already good.

The manufacturer claims that it purchases coffee directly from the manufacturer and brings green coffee to Russia itself, without the services of resellers. uses only high-quality large Arabica beans, even for instant coffee.

We contacted the coffee manufacturer Lebo and they promised to provide more detailed information on their website. So far the official website is not very informative - lebo.ru

Range

The Lebo coffee product line includes ground, grain and instant coffee. Lebo capsules should hit shelves in early 2021. The company offers customers 8 types of drink:

Gold

According to the manufacturer, it is made from high-mountain Arabica from the best plantations and has a noble and harmonious taste. The roast is medium, the drink is slightly sour, and there are floral tones in the aroma. The aftertaste is long, caramel.

Packaged in grains, blended and soluble.

Original

A light yet intense drink, a blend of Arabica beans from plantations in Central and South America and India. The aroma reveals notes of dark chocolate and tropical fruits. Velvety taste.

Ground, grain, instant.

Extra

A blend of Colombian Arabica coffee, it has a delicate, refined aroma and mild taste. The smell has hints of chocolate, the taste has a slight sourness and bitterness, citrus tones, a taste of orange, but there is almost no sweetness. Ultra-fine grinding for Turkish coffee is also suitable for geyser coffee makers or brewing directly in a cup.

Grain, ground grain, instant.

Exclusive

Colombian coffee with light wine notes and rich aroma. In addition to instant, grinding variations are offered for preparation in a Turk (ultrafine) and in a filter (fairly large particles).

Classic

Relatively traditional taste, for those who are just looking for their drink in the Lebo coffee line. According to the manufacturer, grains from African and Indian plantations are used. The taste is slightly tart, rich, with a noticeable bitterness. The aroma is slightly chocolate-nutty.

Instant and ground for Turks.

Prince Lebo

This is a separate blend that is distinguished by fruity notes and an aftertaste reminiscent of tropical fruits and exotic aromas. Ultra-fine grind is suitable for brewing in a cezve or glass.

Espresso

Arabica is dark roasted, with a dense body and a velvety aftertaste. The aroma has hints of bitterness, slightly spicy, almond, chocolate overflows in the taste. For those who like traditional espresso. Sold in beans.

LEBO Continents coffee series

For this line, grains from specific territories were selected, since grown in different conditions, they differ in taste and smell, giving the drink special characteristics.

• Africa – slightly thick, with a dense body and rich aroma, this Lebo coffee has a velvety taste with tones of jasmine petals and ripe wheat grains.

• South America - South American grains were used for it, and this is all from what the manufacturer can tell us. They say that the drink is tart and very interesting.

• Asia - accordingly, made from beans collected on Asian plantations. A honey sweetness, a traditional aroma of spices and spices for this region, as well as a vanilla aftertaste are declared.

The best Turkish coffee beans

Since among the materials “Roskontrol” and “Test Purchase” there are no studies of coffee beans, the editors of our site decided to compile their own rating. We have collected the best brands of Turkish coffee beans, which are very popular among Yandex.Market buyers. Our Top 5 included only brands that received the highest ratings and the most positive reviews from coffee lovers.

"Lavazza" (Espresso Barista Gran Crema) - strong, encouraging taste

This sample is ideal for a morning meal, as it consists of a mixture of Arabica and Robusta, in a ratio of 40% to 60%, respectively. Thanks to the larger proportion of Robusta, the drink is very invigorating and provides an energy boost, at least until lunch.

The color of the coffee beans corresponds to the medium roast declared by the manufacturer. When brewed, espresso forms a thick, dense foam. Can also be used to make latte or cappuccino.

Advantages and disadvantages

• moderately bitter, without sourness;
• The optimum ratio of price and quality;
• forms a thick foam.

• not found.

"Hausbrandt" (Rossa) - the oldest coffee traditions

Hausbrandt is an Italian company that gave the world a new way of packaging coffee - in tightly closed metal cans. Winner of numerous awards and widely known among coffee lovers for its famous coffee pot label.

Hausbrandt (Rossa) beans are distinguished by their tart strength and deep rich bready aftertaste with notes of cinnamon. The aroma of coffee is characteristic with spices and smoky undertones. This sample consists of medium roast Arabica and Robusta in equal proportions. When preparing espresso, it forms a red, bitter foam with sourness. The drink itself also balances on the verge of bitter and sour. However, the taste of coffee is not extreme, but more calm, and can be described as a “golden mean”.

Advantages and disadvantages

• high quality;
• rich aroma;
• forms a thick foam when cooked in a Turk.

• not found.

Jacobs (Barista Editions Espresso) - slow roasted

To produce Jacobs coffee, we use the Slow Roasted method of roasting coffee beans, which allows us to preserve and reveal the velvety taste and aroma. The label of this drink contains information about the type of beans used: a mixture of Arabica and Robusta, but there is no percentage. This is rather a minus, as it brings to mind the addition of foreign substances to the coffee.

Despite this, coffee lovers characterize its taste as velvety, moderately strong and with a pleasant bitterness in the aftertaste. Judging by the reviews of Barista Editions Espresso coffee, it is an ideal option for making espresso, Americano or Turkish cappuccino.

Advantages and disadvantages

• moderately strong;
• rich, with a bright, pleasant bitterness;
• Convenient packaging with a valve for better aroma preservation.

• The ratio of Arabica to Robusta is not indicated on the packaging.

"Lucaffe Mr.Exclusive" - ​​soft rich taste of coffee

The type of coffee beans is declared by the manufacturer as 100% Arabica. Upon visual inspection, the grains are smooth, rich chocolate color, which corresponds to the dark degree of roasting indicated on the label. There is no oil coating on the grains.

Judging by customer reviews, the taste of Lucaffe Mr.Exclusive coffee is strong, rich, but at the same time soft, without pronounced bitterness or sourness. The finished drink is medium in thickness with the formation of a dense light foam. The only found drawback of this product was the relatively high price.

Advantages and disadvantages

• grains without oil coating;
• without bitterness and sourness;

• high price.

"Lofbergs Magnifika" - with notes of cocoa and vanilla

Lofbergs Magnifika coffee is 90% Arabica and 10% Robusta. This ratio gives the drink a fairly strong, bitter taste. However, it clearly captures the notes of cocoa and vanilla flavor stated by the manufacturer.

The label of this product is very informative; in addition to the composition, it also indicates the degree of roasting: medium (Roast-3), strength: medium (Body-3), acidity: low (Asidity-1). Upon opening the package, there is an aroma of cocoa with dark chocolate and subtle notes of vanilla. Coffee lovers are attracted by the relatively affordable price and non-trivial coffee taste and aroma. The only thing that users online complained about was a slight formation of foam when preparing espresso in a Turk.

Advantages and disadvantages

• low acidity;
• interesting taste with a hint of cocoa and vanilla;
• affordable price.

• produces little foam.

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Prices and where to buy

Lebo coffee is quite inexpensive, and if you consider that stores often have discounts or promotions on it, it can be considered a truly budget product. If you want to try something new, the prices will definitely please you.

The low cost is not associated with poor quality of the product; the manufacturer’s policy is aimed at producing good coffee at prices affordable for ordinary people.

Here is an example of the estimated cost of the main items.

• Original and Extra beans, 250 g – 150-170 rubles;
• Original and Extra, grain, 500 g – 290-330 rubles;
• Extra or Gold 1 kg – 600 – 700 rubles;
• Classic and Extra ground, 100 g – 60 – 70 rubles;
• Instant in a glass jar, 100 g - about 200 rubles;
• Asia and Africa, grain, 250g – 210-230 rub.

You can buy Lebo coffee in many chain supermarkets, mini-stores, markets, or order it at Ozone or Utkonos. This is a mass product that is very inexpensive, so it is profitable for distributors to purchase and offer it. You can also place an order online, in online stores. There is no store or links on the official website.

Reviews

Customers' opinions about the product are quite good, they mostly praise the affordable prices, some use it as a scrub, and note decent characteristics in this regard. Ratings on average remain at 4/5. There are both satisfied and dissatisfied consumers.

“I buy Lebo Arabica coffee, I really like the way it smells even through the packaging. But I warn you that a lot of roasted beans suits me, but others often like their coffee lighter. For this price it’s a great option!” — Katerina

“Not at all what I expected, I got it at a discount, the price was absolutely ridiculous, for 250 grams - 100 rubles... The ground coffee is quite pale, not bright, the smell is not too noticeable, it’s ok with milk and sugar, but I expected more.” — Olga (about Lebo “Extra” coffee)

“I don’t consider myself a coffee lover and I usually don’t care what I drink, but I unexpectedly liked Lebo coffee quite well, especially since it’s easy to prepare. I took instant, it’s no different from analogues, and the price is lower. So I’ll definitely take more.” — Mikhail (about “Classic” coffee)

Despite the fact that there is almost no clear information about the manufacturer and products, reviews of Lebo coffee are usually quite good. You may well try it, especially if price is one of your priority factors.

Criteria for choosing the best Turkish coffee

1. Package . To preserve valuable essential oils and remove carbon dioxide formed after roasting beans, renowned manufacturers use bags with degassing valves. However, the most popular option is the triplex package. Such packaging consists of paper and combinations of polypropylene films, which vary depending on the type (ground or grain). Glass containers are also popular, but we advise you not to purchase such goods, since the transparent walls of the jar allow sunlight to pass through, which adversely affects the quality of the product.
2. Taste . GOST 32775-2014 characterizes it as pleasant, rich, inherent to this product. Depending on the type: Arabica is softer with sourness, and Rabusta has a more intense, bitter taste.
3. Aroma . Expressed, inherent in a given type of product. In addition, it varies depending on the botanical species: the aroma of Arabica is more refined, and since Rabusta contains less essential oils, its smell is less pronounced and alluring.
4. Appearance . According to GOST 32775-2014, grains, as well as the ground mixture, can have shades from light brown to black-brown. No more than 6% of broken or fragmented grain is allowed in the grain mixture. The presence of coffee bean shells is allowed in the ground powder.
5. Content of caffeine and extractives. In ground form, the caffeine content standard is no less than 0.7% (GOST 32775-2014). The content of extractive substances in a quality product should be within the range of 20.0 to 35.0%
6. Compound . The correct manufacturer will definitely indicate in the composition what variety it contains and in what proportion, since the strength of the drink directly depends on this. If it says 100% Arabica, it means it was not mixed. However, Arabica and Rabusta are more often mixed.
7. Degree of roasting. The surest way to determine it is by the color of the beans: the longer the roasting process, the darker the coffee beans become, and as a result, the richer and stronger the taste of the finished drink. Depending on this, we can distinguish: light, medium and dark degrees.
8. Country of origin. It is also worth paying attention to the country where the coffee beans are delivered from: Colombian and Arabian are considered the best, but Brazilian specialists are not very fond of them.
9. Grinding degree. There is a GOST requirement according to which the grinding of coffee beans must be at least 80%. However, on store shelves you can find 3 main types of grinding:

• Fine - the grains are literally crushed into powder. This option is the best for brewing in a Turk.
• Medium and coarse grinds are well suited for coffee makers or espresso machines. Regardless of the degree of grinding, the grains must be strictly the same size, since grains of different sizes need different cooking times.

[Total: 1 Average: 5/5]

Conclusions:

1. Lebo coffee is a Russian product; since 1997 it has been produced in the Moscow region at its own factory.
2. There is practically no information about raw materials or production features, the website is uninformative, but the manufacturer promised to fix it.
3. The assortment includes eight varieties, presented in grains, ground, or instant.
4. The prices are extremely attractive, a 100-gram pack can be bought for 60-70 rubles;
5. Consumers leave quite normal reviews about the product, there is no particular negativity.

History of the Lebo brand

The Lebo Coffee trademark was created by. It is located in Lyubertsy and has been operating since 1997. Coffee production began recently, and today it ranks sixth in terms of sales in Russia. The drink is prepared from Arabica beans, which are roasted and packaged at the company’s factories in the Moscow region.

A distinctive feature is that the manufacturer pays special attention to the place where the grains are collected and the quality of the products. The drink is represented by three continents: South America, Asia and Africa. Depending on this, the taste and color of the drink differ. Thanks to the fact that the packaging indicates where the raw materials came from, connoisseurs can easily choose the variety that suits them.