Di Pacci Coffee Co. — Dark Roast — Espresso & Filter — 500g (2 × 250g)
After Dark Blend 500g Dark Roast Coffee Beans
Bold, intense and smooth — Di Pacci's four-origin dark roast with caramel sweetness, red-berry lift and a long, clean finish. $24.95.
The After Dark Blend is Di Pacci's bold, full-throttle dark roast coffee — a blend of 100% Arabica coffee beans crafted for drinkers who want intensity, depth and crema in every cup. These dark roast coffee beans deliver a robust, satisfying flavour with a heavy body and a smooth, lingering finish, built to cut through milk and stand up to any espresso machine.
With intense flavour, caramel sweetness and a subtle hint of red berries, the After Dark Blend is the natural choice for anyone who finds medium roasts too light. It pulls a rich, syrupy espresso, powers through flat whites and lattes without disappearing, and finishes long and clean — never burnt or hollow.
DarkRoast Level
4Origins
500g2 × 250g Bags
FreshRoasted to Order
🌑 Dark Roast 🔥 Bold & Intense 🍮 Caramel & Red Berry 🌍 4-Origin Blend 💯 100% Arabica 🥛 Cuts Through Milk 🔥 Roasted to Order ✅ In Stock — Australia
Flavour Profile — After Dark Blend
Tasting notes: 🔥 Intense · 🍮 Caramel · 🍒 Red Berries · ☕ Heavy Body
A robust, captivating cup with deep caramel sweetness, a subtle lift of red berries and a long, smooth finish. The After Dark Blend is built for impact — powerful without turning bitter or ashy, with a syrupy body that lingers cleanly between sips.
RoastDark
BodyHeavy, syrupy
SweetnessDeep caramel
AcidityLow
FinishLong, smooth, clean
Why After Dark Blend Is Built for Bold Coffee Lovers
🔥 Intense, Full-Bodied Strength
The After Dark Blend is roasted dark for genuine intensity — a powerful, robust cup with the heavy body and crema that bold-coffee drinkers look for. It's the blend to reach for when a medium roast just isn't enough.
🍮 Deep Caramel Sweetness
Dark roasting develops a rich caramel sweetness that balances the intensity — so the cup tastes deep and satisfying rather than sharp or burnt. That sweetness carries through black or with milk.
🍒 Subtle Red-Berry Lift
A subtle hint of red berries cuts through the dark-roast depth, adding a flicker of fruity complexity that keeps the blend interesting cup after cup — a touch most dark roasts lose entirely.
🥛 Powers Through Milk
The heavy body and bold flavour mean the After Dark Blend holds its character in milk-based drinks. Flat whites, lattes and cappuccinos keep a strong coffee backbone instead of fading into the milk.
🌍 4-Origin Complexity
Built from four carefully chosen origins — Colombia, Brazil, Ethiopia and Papua New Guinea — each contributing body, sweetness, aromatics and weight for a consistent, complex dark roast in every batch.
⚙️ Ideal for Espresso & Machines
Optimised for espresso and home machines, the After Dark Blend pulls a thick, syrupy shot with strong crema, and works equally well through automatic bean-to-cup machines, filter and French press.
Where the After Dark Blend Coffee Beans Come From
🇨🇴 Colombia — balanced, caramel richness with smooth, mild acidity.
🇧🇷 Brazil — chocolatey, nutty base; contributes body, sweetness and crema.
🇪🇹 Ethiopia — floral, fruit notes; the source of the blend's subtle red-berry lift.
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea — earthy, full-bodied; adds weight and richness to the finish.
How to Brew After Dark Blend at Home
☕ Espresso (House Recipe)
Dose22g in portafilter
Yield40ml / ~40g in cup
Time30 seconds
Temperature92–94°C
GrindFine — adjust to taste
Rest after roast5–14 days
☕ Automatic Bean-to-Cup
Grind settingMedium — start at default
DosePer machine — typically 7–9g
Cup sizeSingle or double base
TipCoarsen if extraction is slow
🫖 Filter / Pour-Over
Dose60g per litre of water
Water temp90–93°C
Brew time3–4 minutes total
GrindMedium — like table salt
Rest after roastFrom day 3 post-roast
🫙 French Press / Plunger
Dose70g per litre of water
Water temp90–93°C
Brew time4 min steep, then press
GrindCoarse — like coarse salt
TipPour immediately after pressing
Recipes are a baseline — results vary with your machine, grinder and freshness. Adjust dose and grind to taste.
After Dark Blend 500g — Full Specifications
| Product Name | Di Pacci Coffee Co. After Dark Blend |
| Roast Level | Dark |
| Pack Size | 500g (2 × 250g whole bean bags) |
| Bean Type | 100% Arabica |
| Origins | Colombia, Brazil, Ethiopia, Papua New Guinea |
| Tasting Notes | Intense, caramel, red berries |
| Body | Heavy, syrupy |
| Acidity | Low |
| Finish | Long, smooth, clean |
| Espresso Recipe | 22g in → 40ml out, ~30 seconds |
| Price | $24.95 |
| Best For | Espresso, flat white, cappuccino, latte, French press, automatic machines |
| Roasted By | Di Pacci Coffee Co. — roasted to order in Australia |
| Freshness | Roasted to order — dispatched fresh, not warehouse stock |
| Shipping | Free shipping Australia-wide on all coffee beans |
| Also Available In | 500g · 1kg |
Who Should Choose After Dark Blend
✓ Ideal if you:
- Love bold, intense, full-bodied coffee
- Pull espresso and want thick crema and a syrupy shot
- Drink flat whites, lattes or cappuccinos and want the coffee to cut through milk
- Find medium roasts too light or too acidic
- Prefer deep caramel sweetness with a long, smooth finish
- Want a reliable, strong house coffee for an automatic machine
- Want to compare blends — start with the 4 × 250g sample pack
✗ Consider alternatives if you:
- Prefer a balanced, floral medium roast — try the Elements Blend
- Want bright, fruity, high-acidity coffee — try the By The Bay Blend
- Brew exclusively light filter and want maximum origin clarity — a single origin may suit you better
- Only drink decaf — see our full coffee range
After Dark Blend — Common Questions
What do the After Dark Blend dark roast coffee beans taste like?
The After Dark Blend is a dark roast with an intense, full-bodied flavour, deep caramel sweetness and a subtle hint of red berries. It pulls a rich, syrupy espresso with strong crema and finishes long, smooth and clean — bold without turning bitter or burnt. It's the blend for drinkers who want real strength in the cup.
Is the After Dark Blend good for espresso?
Yes — it's purpose-built for espresso. Our house recipe is 22g in for a 40ml shot over about 30 seconds. The dark roast and heavy body produce a thick, syrupy shot with strong crema. Treat the recipe as a baseline and adjust dose, grind and time to suit your machine and taste.
Will the After Dark Blend hold up in milk-based drinks?
Yes — its bold flavour and heavy body are exactly what milk drinks need. In a flat white, latte or cappuccino the coffee keeps a strong backbone instead of disappearing under the milk, while the caramel sweetness complements steamed milk.
Where do the After Dark Blend beans come from?
The blend draws from four origins — Colombia, Brazil, Ethiopia and Papua New Guinea. Brazil and Colombia provide body, sweetness and crema, Ethiopia contributes the subtle red-berry lift, and Papua New Guinea adds weight and richness to the finish.
How fresh are the beans when they arrive?
Di Pacci roasts to order — your After Dark Blend 500g is freshly roasted before dispatch, not sitting in a warehouse. Dark roasts are typically at their best from around 5–14 days post-roast for espresso. The 500g pack arrives as 2 × 250g bags, so you can open one and keep the second sealed for maximum freshness.
How should I store the After Dark Blend after opening?
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place — a cupboard away from the stove is ideal. Avoid the fridge (condensation and odours) and clear glass jars in daylight (light degrades quality). Once opened, consume within 2–4 weeks for best flavour.
Is the After Dark Blend available in other sizes?
Yes — After Dark is also available in a 1kg bag for regular drinkers. New to Di Pacci coffee? The 4 × 250g sample pack is the best way to compare blends across the range.
Buy After Dark Blend 500g at Di Pacci
Freshly roasted to order. Free shipping Australia-wide on all coffee beans. Buy Di Pacci After Dark Blend dark roast coffee beans online — backed by expert coffee advice and Australia's largest coffee machine range.
New Products:12-24 Months
Used Products:3 Months
All of our products include 3-12 Months Warranty for parts, non consumable.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
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GST Included
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GST amount will be mentioned in your tax invoice upon purchase.
No transaction Fees
Regardless of the payment method used, no transaction costs will be incurred. We absorb them all.
WARRANTY POLICY
New Products
12-24 Months
Used Products
3 Months
All of our products include 3-12 Months Warranty for parts, non consumable.
SHIPPING INFO
Thank you for choosing Di Pacci Coffee Company UK for your shopping needs. We would like to provide you with important information regarding our shipping policy and shipment processing time.
Shipment Processing Time:
- Same Day dispatch for orders placed before 12PM
- All orders are processed within 1 business day of receipt
- Orders are not processed or shipped from Friday, 3 pm EST through Sunday, or holidays
- If we are experiencing a high volume of orders, shipments may be delayed by a few days
- If your shipment experiences a significant delay, we will contact you via email or phone
Shipping Partners:
DHL Express: DHL is used mostly for shipping commercial coffee machines, home coffee machines, grinders & accessories. Customers are given Tracking Details upon booking. DHL is the most safe, secured, fast & transparent courier service.
Third Part Courier: Third Party Courier is used for shipping mostly accessories or small items. Third Party Courier is used for small items such as accessories. Customers are given Tracking Details upon booking.
Shipping Rates and Delivery Estimates:
Shipping charges are calculated based on weight & dimension of the product, address of the shipping. In case of any wrong charges due to wrong measurements, we will communicate with the customers in order to arrange the right charges for the shipping.
Additional cost may be needed, if there is any issue with location or parcel dimension. In that case, our office representative will contact you.
Order Amount and Shipping Costs:
- For orders ranging from $0 to $200,000, the standard shipping cost will be provided from the dipacci uk website
Shipment to P.O. Boxes or APO/FPO Addresses:
Di Pacci Coffee Company ships to addresses all over the world.
Shipment Confirmation and Order Tracking:
You will receive a Shipment Confirmation email with your tracking number once your order has shipped. The tracking number will be active within 24 hours.
Customs, Duties, and Taxes:
Di Pacci Coffee Company is not responsible for any customs and taxes applied to your order. All fees imposed during or after shipping are the customer's responsibility (including tariffs, taxes, and other costs).
Damages:
Di Pacci Coffee Company is not liable for any products damaged or lost during shipping. If you received your order damaged, please file a claim with the shipment carrier. Save all packaging materials and damaged goods before filing a claim.
International Shipping Policy:
We currently ship internationally with our courier partner DHL for international & United Kingdom deliveries
Incorrect Shipping Addresses and Refused Delivery:
We make every attempt to validate the shipping address provided at checkout to ensure it's recognized as a valid address by the Google or Apple Maps. If we cannot validate the address, we will try to contact the customer to provide an updated address. If we cannot update the address, the order will be cancelled and refunded. Di Pacci Coffee Company UK will not be held responsible if the customer provides the wrong shipping address and we cannot recover the package.
Missing or Stolen Shipments:
If you didn't receive your order but the shipping carrier has reported that it was delivered, please let us know as soon as possible:
- Call +442045773443
- Email us at support@dipacci.co.uk
We will file a claim with the shipping carrier. Local law enforcement will be involved. We will replace or refund your order when the investigation is complete. Allow up to 21 days for the investigation.
EXCHANGE OR RETURNS
Our Returns and Warranty Policy includes the rights you have under the Consumer Law and other relevant laws.
Your Rights under the Consumer Law – Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Dipacci Coffee Company will determine the extent of the failure.
- Espresso Machines and Grinders to be used for domestic applications come with an RTB (Return To Base) 12 months parts and 12 months labour warranty.
- Espresso Machines and Grinders to be used for Commercial applications (Cafes, Restaurants and Offices.) come with an RTB (Return To Base) 12 months parts and 3 months labour warranty.
- Used (Second Hand) Espresso Machines and Grinders to be used for Commercial applications (Cafes, Restaurants and Offices.) Come with an RTB (Return To Base) 3 months parts and 3 months labour warranty.
- Accessories and any other equipment we sell only comes with any warranty as dictated by the manufacturer.
Where a failure does not amount to a major failure, Dipacci Coffee Company is entitled to choose between providing you with a repair, replacement or other suitable remedy.
Your rights under the Consumer Law are not limited by a defined time. However, the Consumer Law does recognise that the relevant time period can vary from product to product, depending on factors such as the nature of the product and the price. Dipacci Coffee Company adopts the same approach. As you can appreciate, the type of remedy we can offer you may also vary depending on how long it takes you to return the product to us.
Any liability of Dipacci Coffee Company or our agents in connection with goods or services supplied by us to you will, subject to any non-excludable liability for breach of conditions or warranties implied by legislation and to the maximum extent permitted by law, at the election of Dipacci Coffee Company, be limited to:
In relation to goods, the replacement or repair of the goods, the supply of equivalent goods, the payment of the cost of replacing or repairing the goods or the payment of the cost of obtaining equivalent goods; and
In relation to services, the supplying of the services again or the payment of the cost of having the services supplied again.
This Warranty is transferable to a subsequent owner of a Dipacci Coffee Company product, in the event of the sale of that product, provided that Dipacci Coffee Company is informed in writing within 14 days of the sale of the subsequent owner’s name and contact details. The new owner of the equipment must retain the original invoice or copy thereof to be entitled to warranty service.
Warranty service is provided only within the country of purchase- i.e United Kingdom.
For any product return, please Contact Us This includes products that carry a manufacturer’s warranty. Any cost incurred by you in returning the item to us will be borne by you.
Please retain your receipt
In order to obtain a refund, exchange or to repair a product purchased from Dipacci Coffee Company, including those products which carry a manufacturer’s warranty, you must have clear proof of purchase – typically, but not always, a receipt.
If we cannot be satisfied that you purchased the product from us then, under the law, we are entitled to reject the return of your product.
What if my item is damanged in transit ?
First of all you need to send us an email with picture within 2 hours of delivery to claim item damanged in transit. If it is beyond that period we are not able to help with damage freight.
We do not replace/return item(s) that is damanged by frieght as it our of our hands. But we are more than happy to fix the item if you send it back to us. We will also freight it back to you for free.
What should I do if I have changed my mind and want to return a product?
Please choose carefully as we do not normally accept return of goods where you have simply changed your mind or have chosen poorly. Should we decide to accept a return, a restocking fee of 30% + any credit card charges which we cannot recover is applied to all returns of items held in stock. Special order items cannot be returned. We cannot accept returns on used equipment nor of equipment without packaging or in opened packaging. Shipping cost are not refundable and return freight to us is payable by you.
Product Assessment for warranty repair.
Once proof of purchase has been established, if the product fault can safely and clearly be determined, we will offer you either a refund, exchange or repair. The available remedy will depend on whether the fault amounts to a major failure. In some instances, we may need to consult with the manufacturer or importer to determine the fault and resolution. Most faults can be easily repaired within a reasonable time frame. We will not offer a repair or replacement if the product has been damaged via misuse or abuse. Examples include but are not limited to inadequately filtered water, lime scaling, corrosion due to high chloride ion concentrations in water, operator errors, unauthorised repair work or modification and fair wear and tear.
Whist we understand that many clients would like a loan machine in the event of a warranty item, we regret that this service is not available. We prioritise all warranty work over general repair to ensure the most rapid service possible.
- Where there is no fault found, the product will be made available for collection by the customer.
- When assessing product fault, it is up to you whether you would prefer to deal with Di Pacci Coffee or the manufacturer or importer directly. It may be more convenient for you to liaise with the manufacturer or importer directly (which may be more time efficient). You certainly have that option. We are happy to provide you with their relevant contact details to assist you.
What should I do if I am having difficulties with getting my product to work?
If you are experiencing problems operating your product, we strongly recommend that you contact us
It is our experience that often when customers believe the product they have purchased is faulty; it can usually be resolved with some basic ‘troubleshooting’.
What should I do if I have if I have fixed or bulky items to return?
If your product cannot be easily returned to us please contact us and we will do our best to offer a local solution. Please note that this may not be possible in all areas of United Kingdom.
What happens if I have purchased a product online and need to return it?
Items can be returned by mail. Please contact us to coordinate this.
If I can’t find my receipt, can I use a bank statement as proof of purchase instead?
1 Unfortunately Dipacci Coffee Company will not accept a bank or credit card statement unless the amount shown on that statement directly corresponds to the amount at which the product in question was purchased. Where multiple items were purchased in that transaction, it limits our ability to establish proof of purchase. We cannot provide copies of receipts if lost or misplaced.
2 Please note: When a refund is granted, we will refund the original purchase price via the previous method of payment indicated on the receipt.
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