YIRGACHEFFE - Universal Grind
« I couldn't wait to try the universal grind. I admit that I was a little skeptical... I was confused, as Captain Bonhomme would have said! I pushed the test by compacting the coffee very firmly into the portafilter. The coffee flows well, it makes a nice crema. The taste is good. It's a great discovery. It was the article published in Le Soleil that introduced me to Café Castelo and its universal version. The family history, the extensive research and the success of the recipe appealed to me. Congratulations and good luck! »
Martin B., Verified buyer YIRGACHEFFE - Universal Grind
INTENSE WITH A DARK CHOCOLATE FLAVOR
Your coffee is roasted and shipped directly from the factory for unbeatable freshness.
- Altitude : 1,700 to 2,200 m
- Region : Yirgacheffe, Aricha Kebele
- Method : Washed
- Variety : Heirloom
- Intensity : Strong/10
- Notes : Intense, dark chocolate aroma
Ethiopia is considered the birthplace of coffee, and the Yirgacheffe region is renowned for producing some of the country's most prized coffees thanks to its high altitude and exceptional terroir. This Yirgacheffe develops a rich and warming cup dominated by deep cocoa, silky dark chocolate, and a gentle caramelization.
It also features an elegant signature reminiscent of black blueberry, while maintaining a balanced and harmonious cup with no acidity. The Heirloom variety, typical of the region and grown at high altitude, brings a beautiful aromatic complexity as well as a velvety and refined texture.
With its clean and persistent finish, this coffee stands out for its aromatic depth and balance between finesse and power, making it one of the most prized coffees among enthusiasts.
- 340 gram airtight bag with valve
- Ground coffee
All orders are processed within 24-48 business hours. For all purchases of $65.00 or more, express shipping is free across Canada. For any purchase below this amount, there is a fixed fee of $10.
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YIRGACHEFFE - Universal Grind
" I couldn't wait to try the universal grind. I admit that I was a little skeptical... I was confused, as Captain Bonhomme would have said! I pushed the test by compacting the coffee very firmly into the portafilter. The coffee flows well, it makes a nice crema. The taste is good. It's a great discovery. It was the article published in Le Soleil that introduced me to Café Castelo and its universal version. The family history, the extensive research and the success of the recipe appealed to me. Congratulations and good luck! »
Martin B., Verified Buyer YIRGACHEFFE - Universal Grind
Our distinctions
Simplicity
You can use the same bag of ground coffee for most coffee makers: Espresso machine, Italian stovetop espresso maker, French press filter, percolator, Turkish coffee maker etc.. We even use the Universal Grind in all our commercial equipment.
Our innovation It progresses linearly with the amount of coffee used, without producing defects such as bitterness or excessive acidity. Your coffee extraction is optimized, resulting in a consistently enhanced yet well-balanced coffee, free from flaws.
Reduce without reducing flavor
By using the Universal Grind, you can use the same amount of coffee as usual for more intensity, but it is also possible to reduce the amount of coffee by up to 50% without affecting the flavor of your coffee and saves you money!
To determine if your coffee is properly brewed and considered a "Golden Cup" "according to the Specialty Coffee Association, There are two variables to consider: the TDS percentage, which indicates the coffee's strength, and the extraction percentage, which demonstrates the efficiency of the coffee extraction. With the Universal Grind, even using less coffee than shown in the image, you'll achieve optimal extraction.
A family's dream
Café Castelo was born from a family dream: to create innovative solutions for the future of coffee. We developed a multi-step mechanical process, which we call Universal Grinding, as a solution for the future of coffee. Our unique technological process reduces the amount of coffee needed for each brew by 15% to 50%. This means not only resource savings but also a significant reduction in pollution. Indeed, by 2050, coffee production will need to double while available land will be halved. At this rate, we will have to use agricultural land at 700% of its current capacity.
Universal Grinding is not just a product, but an essential technology applicable to all types of coffee, designed to preserve our precious resources. By choosing Café Castelo, you support sustainable innovation that addresses tomorrow's environmental challenges while enjoying exceptional coffee.
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Frequently asked questions
We work with Deliveroo, a Quebec-based delivery company. As part of our company values, we strongly believe in supporting local businesses. We recently added Canada Post for those who wish to receive their package in a P.O. box. You always have the option to choose between the two companies when finalizing your order.
Processing and shipping your order typically takes 1 to 2 business days.
If you have any questions about your package, we will be happy to locate it and provide you with all the necessary information.
Absolutely! Whether in our stores or online, we only roast the amount of coffee needed for the week to ensure optimal freshness.
When you order online, your order is prepared directly in production and each order is made to measure according to your needs.
At Café Castelo, we do not outsource any production to ensure we have the best control over the quality of our products. From loose coffee to capsules, everything is prepared and shipped by our family business.
To do that, we would have to ask our loyal customers who have been with us for almost 30 years.
We could tell you that we select the best harvests from around the world, that we have a laboratory to test each coffee to ensure quality, that we've had the same team of experts for 30 years, that our biggest investment isn't in marketing, but in research and development and state-of-the-art equipment to offer their best coffee, but the real answer is quite simply, For us, coffee is more than just a cup of coffee.
It's a pause in time that begins or ends your day, it's the drink that accompanies you in the best and worst moments, it's that moment that we share with the people we love or simply with ourselves, it's that taste that reminds us of a very specific moment in our lives, it's that magical moment of which each of us has a very particular story.