Espressii – Exceptional Coffee Roastery in Pretoria
Our Commitment to Quality
At Espressii, we go to great lengths to source and select only the finest green coffee beans from exotic international locations. After a meticulous inspection process, only the best-quality beans are skilfully roasted, ground, and packaged for your ultimate coffee experience.
Start your day with a velvety cappuccino as you step into the office, enjoy a quick espresso before heading out, or wind down with a tantalising café au lait at the end of a long day. Whatever the moment, Espressii promises an indulgent coffee experience rich in aroma and taste.
Who Is Espressii?
The Espressii journey is a story of courage, passion, determination, and perseverance. It takes these qualities and more to master the art of coffee-making. While beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, award-winning coffee is in the hands of the cup holder.
Espressii’s founder, Frikkie Reynders, draws on a legacy of coffee craftsmanship spanning two decades. With an impressive portfolio of hospitality ventures, including coffee roasteries, guest houses, and hotels, Frikkie is a formidable entrepreneurial force.
Yet, much like the coffee he serves, Frikkie remains warm, friendly, and committed to delivering premium coffee. His mission? To produce the best coffee in Centurion and beyond.
A Legacy of Innovation
Espressii’s journey of innovation began with the development of the ‘one-cup coffee and tea plunger,’ now featured in respected retailers like Woolworths. This simple yet ingenious product allows South African consumers to brew a premium cup of coffee effortlessly at home or work.
We also offer a customisable, in-house coffee roasting service designed to meet your specific business needs. Whether you’re a large corporation, a growing small enterprise, or a passionate home coffee enthusiast, Espressii crafts tailor-made blends designed to fuel your day.
Our Coffee Blends
House Coffee Blend
Each of our blends begins with inspiration. Sometimes it’s a craft beer or fine wine; other times, it’s an exceptional bean or a classic blend we seek to perfect.
Our master roasters work meticulously in the cupping room, exploring single-origin beans. First comes the rich base note, followed by a complementary high note, and finally, carefully balanced proportions to ensure no single flavour overpowers the others.
The result? A medium-dark roast, our all-time favourite, offering a perfectly balanced and robust cup.
Mocha Java Coffee Blend
Traditionally, Mocha Java is a blend of Yemen Mocha and Java Arabica coffees – usually one part Yemen Mocha and two parts Java Arabica. At Espressii, we reimagine this classic by blending a variety of round, full-bodied coffees in place of the Java and bright, acidic varieties in place of the Mocha.
Our Mocha Java coffee blend is bold, balanced, and enduringly popular – much like its heritage as the world’s oldest coffee blend. We prefer a light-medium roast for a perfect balance of intensity and smoothness.
Italian Dark Coffee Blend
Our Italian Dark Coffee Blend boasts rich, well-developed aromas with a bold, full-bodied taste. The extended roasting process (dark roast) enhances its strong and robust character.
Pair it with chocolate desserts or spicy treats for a truly indulgent experience.
Roasting Style: Dark (long roast)
Decaf Coffee Blend
Decaffeination involves removing caffeine from unroasted (green) coffee beans. After steaming, the beans are repeatedly rinsed with a solvent that extracts caffeine while retaining essential oils and flavour compounds.
While decaffeination is challenging due to coffee’s complex chemistry, Espressii’s decaf blend delivers a satisfying cup with full-bodied flavour and aroma intact.
Special Flavoured Coffee Blends
We also offer a selection of flavoured coffee blends for a unique and indulgent experience:
- French Vanilla Flavoured Coffee
- English Toffee Flavoured Coffee
- Hazelnut Flavoured Coffee
- Amarula Cream Flavoured Coffee