{"title":"Whole Bean Cuban Coffee | Café \u0026 Food Service Supply","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhole Bean Cuban Coffee — For Cafés, Restaurants \u0026amp; Food Service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium Cuban whole bean coffee in the sizes your operation needs. From a single 2lb bag for a small café to a Pack of 3 for high-volume kitchens — we carry Bustelo Supreme, Cubita, and Pilon whole bean, shipped from Miami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's in this collection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBustelo Supreme Whole Bean 2 lbs · Bustelo Pack of 2 · Pilon Whole Bean 32oz · Pilon Gourmet Pack of 3 · Cafe Cubita Whole Bean 2 lbs · Cafe Cubita Pack of 2 · Cafe Cubita Pack of 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho orders from here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuban cafés \u0026amp; coffee shops · Latin restaurants · Hotel breakfast service · Food trucks · Catering operations · Home baristas upgrading from pre-ground\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Cuban whole bean:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuban espresso beans are roasted darker and finer than American coffee — producing the signature bold, sweet, thick shot that defines the cafecito. For cafés serving Cuban-American communities, authentic brands like Bustelo, Cubita, and Pilon are non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBustelo Supreme Whole Bean — most recognized Cuban espresso brand in the US. 2lb bags and Pack of 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafe Cubita Whole Bean — premium choice for Cuban coffee purists. Single, Pack of 2, and Pack of 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePilon Gourmet Whole Bean Pack of 3 — highest-volume option, 6 lbs total, ideal for restaurants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping on orders $75+. Ships nationwide from Miami. No minimum order.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pilon-gourmet-whole-bean-cuban-coffee-32-oz-pack-of-3","title":"Pilon Gourmet Whole Bean Cuban Coffee 32 oz Pack of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Café Pilón Whole Bean Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCafé Pilón is the legendary Cuban-style espresso coffee that built South Florida's cafecito tradition. This whole bean format gives you control over the grind — perfect for espresso machines, moka pots, and burr grinders. Three 32oz vacuum-sealed bags = 6 lbs total. Stock up and save.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Café Pilón (J.M. 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If you're used to Bustelo and want a less sharp finish, Pilón is the natural step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I brew the perfect cafecito?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind fine (espresso grind). Pack into your moka pot basket without tamping. Brew over medium heat. As the first drops come out, beat them in a separate cup with 2-3 tsp sugar until you get a thick, pale foam (espumita). Pour the rest of the brew over the foam. Serve in small cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy from Cuban Food Market\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship fresh stock from our Miami warehouse — no Amazon FBA aging on a pallet. CFM has served the Cuban-American community for over 25 years. 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Dark roast, bold and earthy with nutty, toasted notes — the same Pilon profile generations grew up on, in whole bean form for those who grind fresh at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e grind fine for the moka pot to brew cafecito, cortadito, and colada; pull shots in an espresso machine for cafe con leche at breakfast; brew a full pot for the afternoon merienda with a pastelito on the side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pilon is a Miami staple and a fixture of the Cuban exile pantry — the brand stacked on shelves from Little Havana bodegas to ventanitas across South Florida. For the diaspora living outside Miami, a bag of Pilon is the shortcut back to abuela's kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs With:\u003c\/strong\u003e tostada cubana with butter, pan con mantequilla, pastelitos de guayaba, croquetas, evaporated milk and sugar for cafe con leche, a small pour of sugar whipped into espumita.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVegan, gluten-free, and kosher. 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Whole bean format gives you control over the grind. \u003cem\u003eBigger user? \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bustelo-supreme-whole-bean-gourmet-coffee-2-lbs-pack-of-2\"\u003ePack of 2 saves on the per-bag price\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Café Bustelo (J.M. Smucker Co.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 lb (32 oz) vacuum-sealed resealable bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark \/ Cuban-style espresso roast\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, bold, with notes of dark chocolate. The sharpest, punchiest of the major Cuban-style roasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cafecito, cortadito, espresso shots, drip, French press\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Bustelo compare to Pilón and Cubita?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three are Cuban-style espresso roasts. \u003cstrong\u003eBustelo runs sharpest and most bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e — it's the standard New York and South Florida go-to, the most-recognized Cuban coffee brand in the U.S. \u003cstrong\u003ePilón\u003c\/strong\u003e is smoother and more balanced; \u003cstrong\u003eCubita\u003c\/strong\u003e sits in the middle with a drier, more aromatic finish. If you grew up on the loud punch of strong cafecito at a window counter on Calle Ocho, Bustelo is the flavor that matches your memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhole bean vs ground — which should I buy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhole bean\u003c\/strong\u003e (this product): Stays fresher 4–6 weeks longer than pre-ground because the oils stay locked inside the bean. Required for espresso machines with built-in grinders. Best for daily cafecito drinkers who own a grinder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGround\u003c\/strong\u003e: Convenient — ready to spoon into the moka pot. Best if you don't own a grinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to brew the perfect cafecito with Bustelo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind to fine espresso consistency. Fill a moka pot's bottom chamber with water to the valve. Pack the basket lightly with fresh-ground Bustelo — don't tamp. Brew over medium heat. As the first drops emerge, beat them in a separate cup with 2–3 teaspoons of sugar to make espumita (thick pale foam). Pour the rest of the brew over the foam. Serve in small cups. Strong, sweet, and built to wake you up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum bag stays fresh 12+ months sealed. Once opened, reseal the bag's clip and keep in a cool, dark spot. Whole bean stays peak quality 4–6 weeks after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdd $37 to your cart for $4.99 reduced shipping ($50+), or $62 for FREE shipping ($75+).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Café Bustelo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48004046815549,"sku":"BUST-2LBS","price":38.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/BusteloWholeBean32Oz-Single.png?v=1747077730"},{"product_id":"bustelo-supreme-whole-bean-gourmet-coffee-2-lbs-pack-of-2","title":"Bustelo Supreme Whole Bean Gourmet Coffee 2 lbs. Pack of 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhole bean Bustelo is the version serious cafecito makers keep on the counter — ground fresh each morning for the moka pot, just before the water hits the boil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBustelo Supreme Whole Bean Gourmet Coffee comes in 2 lb bags, sold here as a pack of two (4 lbs total). Dark roast, bold and earthy, with the toasted bitterness that defines Cuban-style espresso. Grind it fine for a stovetop cafetera, medium-fine for an espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e cafecito with espumita whipped from the first drops, colada poured into thimble cups for the office, cortadito with steamed milk, café con leche at breakfast with buttered Cuban toast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bustelo has fueled Cuban-American kitchens since the exile generation settled in New York and Miami. The whole bean format is the upgrade — same flavor profile as the iconic yellow can, but ground to order. A staple for households that take their morning ritual seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs With:\u003c\/strong\u003e pastelitos de guayaba, tostada cubana, María cookies, an evening dessert after Noche Buena.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips nationwide to Cuban-American households outside South Florida where the whole bean format is hard to find on grocery shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Café Bustelo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48004087251261,"sku":"BUST-2LBS-2","price":67.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/BusteloWholeBean32Oz-2Pack.png?v=1747077729"},{"product_id":"cafe-cubita-whole-bean-gourmet-2-pound-1","title":"Cafe Cubita  Whole Bean  Gourmet 2 :Pound","description":"\u003cp\u003eCafé Cubita whole bean is the gourmet, grind-it-yourself option for households that take their cafecito seriously — dark roast beans in a 2-pound bag, meant for people who own a grinder and want espumita they pulled themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoasted in the Cuban espresso tradition: dark, oily beans built for fine grinding and high-pressure extraction. The whole bean format keeps the roast fresh longer than pre-ground bricks, which matters when you're brewing daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e cafecito in the moka pot, colada for the office, cortadito with steamed milk, café con leche at breakfast, afternoon merienda paired with a pastelito.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePantry Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e beverage concentrate, cultural marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e The whole bean format is the choice of the cafecito obsessive — the cousin who insists pre-ground loses something, the tío who grinds fresh every morning before the cafetera goes on the stove. It's the same Cuban-style dark roast that defines Miami ventanita culture, in a format that respects the ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs With:\u003c\/strong\u003e evaporated milk for cortadito, raw sugar whipped into espumita, guava pastelitos, tostada cubana, late-afternoon conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips nationwide to Cuban-American households outside South Florida, where finding fresh Cuban-style whole bean coffee on a grocery shelf is rare.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Café Cubita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173238411581,"sku":"68544321244","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/Cafe_20Cubita_20Whole_20Bean.jpg?v=1747071222"},{"product_id":"cafe-cubita-whole-bean-gourmet-2-pound-pack-of-4","title":"Cafe Cubita  Whole Bean  Gourmet 2 Pound  Pack of 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eCafé Cubita whole bean is the less-common path to a proper cafecito — beans you grind yourself, sold in a two-pound bag, packed two to a case for households that go through coffee fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe roast leans dark and earthy with a bright top note, built for the moka pot but capable on a proper espresso machine. Whole bean means you control the grind: fine for the cafetera, slightly coarser for an espresso basket. Either way, the espumita whips up properly when you bloom the first drops with sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e cafecito pulled in the stovetop cafetera, cortadito with steamed milk, café con leche for breakfast, colada for the office, afternoon merienda alongside a pastelito de guayaba.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cubita is a Dominican-roasted brand that earned its place in Cuban-American pantries because the profile — dark, oily, sugar-friendly — behaves the way a Cuban palate expects coffee to behave. Whole bean is the format for households where someone takes the ritual seriously enough to grind fresh each morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs With:\u003c\/strong\u003e raw sugar for the espumita, evaporated milk for cortaditos, Cuban toast, guava pastries, María cookies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips nationwide to families who can't find whole bean Cuban-style coffee at the local supermarket.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Café Cubita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50173238575421,"sku":"68544321244","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/CubitaCoffeeWholeBeanPackod2.jpg?v=1747071222"},{"product_id":"cafe-cubita-whole-bean-gourmet-2-pound-pack-of-5","title":"Cafe Cubita Whole Bean Gourmet 2 Pound Pack of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCafé Cubita Whole Bean Cuban Coffee — 2 lb Pack of 3 (6 lb Total)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree 2 lb bags of Café Cubita whole bean Cuban-style espresso coffee. \u003cstrong\u003eSix pounds total\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough for a serious cafecito household, a small office, or a Cuban-American cafe restock. Whole bean format lets you control the grind. \u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping included\u003c\/strong\u003e (over $75 threshold).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Café Cubita\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole bean (grind yourself)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 lb bag x 3 (6 lb \/ 96 oz total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark \/ Cuban-style espresso roast\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200+ years of Cuban farmer coffee heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured in:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cafecito, cortadito, café con leche, moka pot espresso, drip coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Cubita compare to Pilón and Bustelo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three are Cuban-style espresso roasts. Pilón is the smoothest and most popular in South Florida. Bustelo has the sharpest, most bitter punch. \u003cstrong\u003eCubita sits in the middle\u003c\/strong\u003e with a drier finish and aromatic profile that long-time Cuban coffee drinkers describe as closest to traditional Cuban farm coffee. Worth trying if Bustelo is too sharp and Pilón feels too soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhole bean vs ground — which should I buy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhole bean\u003c\/strong\u003e (this product): Stays fresh ~4–6 weeks longer than pre-ground because the bean oils stay sealed. You grind right before brewing for peak aroma. Required for espresso machines with built-in grinders. Best for serious daily cafecito drinkers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGround\u003c\/strong\u003e: Convenient — ready to spoon into the moka pot. Best if you don't own a grinder or want zero-effort cafecito. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cubita-premium-cuban-coffee-vacuum-10-oz-each-pack-of-7\"\u003eSee our Cubita ground 8oz Pack of 6\u003c\/a\u003e for the ready-to-brew version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to brew the perfect cafecito\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind Cubita to fine espresso consistency. Fill a moka pot's bottom chamber with water to the valve. Pack the coffee basket lightly with fresh grind — don't tamp. Brew over medium heat. As the first drops emerge, beat them in a separate cup with 2–3 teaspoons of sugar to make espumita (thick pale foam). Pour the rest of the brew over the foam. Serve in small cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnopened bags stay fresh 12+ months sealed. Once opened, transfer to an airtight container in a cool, dark spot. Not the fridge — humidity destroys aroma. 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