Café La Carreta Cuban Coffee — Espresso Grind, 10oz Brick
Café La Carreta — Miami's smoother Cuban espresso
La Carreta is the Cuban coffee Miami families have argued about for decades — some swear it's smoother than Bustelo, others say it's slightly sweeter than Pilón. Either way, it's the standard at La Carreta restaurants and a top three Cuban coffee brand. The 10oz vacuum-sealed brick is the espresso grind, ready for any cafetera, moka pot, or espresso machine.
Product details
- 10 oz vacuum-sealed brick
- Cuban-style dark espresso roast
- Pre-ground (espresso grind)
- Ready for cafetera, moka pot, or espresso machine
How to brew cafecito
- Fill cafetera base with water to the safety valve.
- Pack La Carreta into the funnel — level off, no pressing.
- Assemble, put on medium heat. While brewing, add sugar to a separate cup.
- Capture the first drops of coffee, whip with the sugar for 30 seconds — the espumita.
- Pour the rest in, stir, serve in small cups.
La Carreta vs Bustelo vs Pilón?
Bustelo is the sharpest and most bitter. Pilón is the most chocolate-forward. La Carreta sits between the two — smooth, slightly sweet, balanced. Cubans tend to be loyal to one based on what their household drank growing up.
Need more?
Buying for the week? Try Café La Carreta 10oz Pack of 3 — saves vs singles.
Storage
Vacuum brick is shelf-stable until opened. After opening, transfer to an airtight container, keep cool and dark.