Good to know: Ti Cafew does not sell coffee machines. We only sell 100% arabica coffee, whole bean or ground for your machine. This guide is here to help you choose and use your coffee well.
The 30-second answer
- 🫘 A bean-to-cup machine grinds coffee for each cup: use whole beans, never ground coffee in the hopper.
- 🔥 Choose a medium roast and dry, non-oily beans that won't clog the grinder.
- ⚙️ Adjust the grind size and dose to fine-tune the taste.
- ☕ Our 100% arabica whole bean coffees suit every machine with a built-in grinder.
Updated 27 September 2026 · Reading time: 6 min
Do you have a bean-to-cup machine from DeLonghi, Philips, Krups, Jura or another brand? The choice of coffee changes everything. Here's how to get the best from your machine with the right beans.
How a bean-to-cup machine works
Whole beans go into a hopper. For each cup, a built-in grinder grinds the dose, then the machine tamps the coffee and forces water through it under pressure. The result: freshly ground coffee every time, at the press of a button.
Choosing your coffee
- Whole beans, never ground coffee in the bean hopper.
- A medium roast: very dark beans are oily and can clog the grinder over time.
- 100% arabica for a smooth, aromatic espresso. For more body, an arabica with strong character such as Sumatra.
- Fresh coffee, in bags you finish within a few weeks.
Our recommended coffees for bean-to-cup machines
| For… | Our pick | Profile |
|---|---|---|
| A smooth, family-friendly espresso | Brazil Santos | Smooth, low acidity |
| An indulgent espresso | Mexico Altura ORGANIC | Milk chocolate, praline |
| A bold espresso | Sumatra Gayo Mountain ORGANIC | Rich, spicy |
| Cappuccino and latte | Natural Organic Blend | Balanced, chocolatey |
| A fragrant espresso | Ethiopia Moka Sidamo ORGANIC | Floral, apricot |
THE ALL-ROUNDER FOR BEAN-TO-CUP MACHINES
Natural Organic Blend
Four organic arabicas for a balanced cup, with body and chocolatey notes. Excellent as espresso and as cappuccino.
The right settings
- Grind size: if the coffee runs too fast and tastes watery, go one step finer. If it drips slowly and turns bitter, go one step coarser. Change the setting while the grinder is running, if your manual says so.
- Coffee dose: increase the dose for more body.
- Water volume: an espresso is about 30 to 40 ml. More water gives a lighter coffee.
- Maintenance: descale according to the manual, especially if your water is hard, and clean the brew group regularly.
For grinding in general: Coffee grinder: which grind for which brewer?.
Frequently asked questions
Do you sell coffee machines?
No. Ti Cafew only sells 100% arabica coffee, whole bean or ground. We advise you on which coffee to use with your machine.
Which coffee for a DeLonghi Magnifica or Dinamica?
Medium-roast, non-oily whole beans. Brazil Santos for smoothness, Mexico Altura ORGANIC for indulgence, Sumatra for more body.
Can you put ground coffee in a bean-to-cup machine?
Only in the compartment designed for ground coffee, if your machine has one. Never in the bean hopper.
Why is my coffee bitter?
Often the grind is too fine, there's too much coffee, or the coffee is over-roasted. Go one step coarser and try a medium-roast coffee.
Which size should I choose?
The 250 g bag, or several bags if you drink a lot of coffee, for example 4 × 250 g.
Our whole bean coffees for bean-to-cup machines
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In short: whole beans, medium roast, non-oily and fresh, then a suitable grind setting. That's all you need for a good espresso from a bean-to-cup machine.
Our 100% arabica coffees are craft-roasted in France in small batches and delivered anywhere in Morocco in 2 to 5 days. Free delivery from 350 DH, cash on delivery.
