• Paladino Espresso, Central and South America Medium Roast
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Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Espresso Paladino

Our #1 Selling Coffee!

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Our #1 Selling Coffee!

Espresso Paladino
The Best Espresso You’ve Ever Had

For 29 years, Espresso Paladino has been the backbone of Zoka Coffee. It’s our #1 selling blend—and the espresso we serve in every espresso drink in all our cafés. Built for consistency, balance, and everyday excellence.

Medium roasted and expertly crafted, this blend is bold yet approachable. You’ll find rich chocolate at the core, layered with subtle hints of citrus for brightness and lift. The result is a cup that’s full-bodied, smooth, and never bitter—whether you’re pulling a straight shot or adding milk.

Paladino was designed to perform. It shines as espresso, cuts cleanly through milk for lattes and cappuccinos, and remains balanced enough for drip or pour over. It’s forgiving to dial in, reliable, and delivers the kind of clarity and sweetness that makes it an everyday drinker.  

This is also the blend that helped define our craft. Espresso Paladino powered Zoka baristas to two National Barista Championship wins (2002 and 2005), and it continues to represent the level of quality we stand behind.

Our customers agree: Paladino holds a 4.9 out of 5-star rating, and 94% of buyers would recommend it to a friend. It’s not just a favorite—it’s a daily ritual for thousands.

If you’re looking for an espresso that delivers every time .... balanced, versatile, and deeply satisfying ... this is it.

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Reviewed by Kyle R.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

A great surprise!

Our inaugural experience with Zoka has been nothing short of extraordinary. This is a magnificent roast, boasting an incredibly decadent, multi-layered depth of flavor that dances on the palate. If you possess a true appreciation for artisanal perfection, do yourself a favor and acquire a bag immediately.

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Kyle, thank you so much for the incredible review and for choosing Zoka! ☕ We're thrilled that Espresso Paladino has made such a fantastic impression with those multi-layered flavors you're enjoying. That kind of feedback really means the world to us, and we're so grateful to have you as part of our coffee community! 😊

Reviewed by Ralph I.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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…..just damn good, small batch medium roasted high altitude espresso coffee…

This was among the first coffees I tried from Zoka, and it remains my “go-to” variety. Always consistent, wonderfully tasty medium roasted with distinctive tastes of chocolate with a little hints of citrus in the background. Always smooth at a variety of espresso grinds, I like #8 - #12 on my Baratza ESP burr grinder.

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Ralph, thank you so much for the fantastic review and for being such a loyal Zoka customer! ☕ We're happy that Espresso Paladino has become your go-to variety and that it's delivering that consistent, smooth experience you're looking for. Thanks for choosing us and for being part of our coffee community! 😊

Reviewed by Ernest M.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Smooothe

Excellent beans no oils tastes smooth sweet chocolaty

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Thanks Ernest! We're so glad you're loving the smooth, sweet chocolaty flavor of Espresso Paladino! ☕

Reviewed by Sandra L.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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Fantastic coffee! Excellent expresso!

Absolutely loved the flavor of expresso coffee!!! Will definitely order again and share with friends and family!

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Zoka Coffee Company

Thanks Sandra! We're so glad you're loving the flavor of Espresso Paladino!☕