Bonafede, limitless passion for specialty coffee
Bonafede has embodied genuine specialty coffee craftsmanship from its private roastery in Hockenheim for more than two decades. Founded out of a simple wish for truly excellent coffee, the roastery still follows the same careful, small-batch approach today, shaped by direct trade relationships and hand-selected raw beans. Whole beans and ground coffee make it easy to match flavor and convenience, whether you brew with a portafilter machine, a fully automatic machine, or a simple hand filter.
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From a disappointing coffee to a private roastery
The passion of Rosario Bonafede for coffee diversity, especially beans from India, Brazil, and Ethiopia, still shapes the roastery's range today. The idea to found a roastery began in 1998, when the coffee served in local ice cream parlors simply failed to meet his standards. Roasting turned out to be the real challenge: after installing a first machine in 2005 and experimenting in a garage the following year, it took six years, three machines, and a hand-built roasting drum before a fourth machine finally delivered the consistent quality needed to start real production. That same dedication carries through into every cup today, whether it ends up in a portafilter machine, a hand filter, or a fully automatic machine at home.
A mission to free the world from bad coffee
The declared mission is to free the world from bad coffee, and that ambition drives every step, from buying green coffee through fair, direct trade to the careful roasting of each batch. Working with microlot farms instead of large industrial plantations keeps raw bean quality at the center of every cup, while fair prices support the farmers behind it. Because only small quantities are roasted by hand and sorted manually, each batch stays fresh, full of aroma, and consistently high in quality, whether it becomes a rich espresso or a smooth cappuccino.
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Discover Bonafede coffees at roastmarket
At roastmarket, Don Bonafede stands out as a limited, full-bodied espresso blend of 60% Arabica and 40% Robusta beans, rounded off with notes of caramel and dark chocolate that also shine through in a cappuccino. Cerrado Dulce, made from 100% Arabica beans, brings a mellow, nutty character with low acidity and a subtle chocolate finish, ideal for anyone who prefers a gentler cup. Napoli captures the taste of southern Italy with 75% Arabica and 25% Robusta beans, delivering bold roasted aromas and a full body, while Firenze balances 80% Arabica and 20% Robusta beans into a medium-strong espresso with chocolate and nutty notes that come through beautifully with milk. Guatemala Antigua rounds out the range with 100% Arabica beans hand-picked at 1,300 to 1,550 meters, offering a mild, full-bodied cup with fine fruit nuances and dark chocolate notes. From the first spoonful to the last sip, this range shows why the roastery has earned recognition such as Roaster of the Year and top ratings from specialist coffee magazines.
Where does Bonafede coffee come from?
Bonafede coffee comes from a private roastery in Hockenheim, where beans from selected origins are traditionally refined in a drum roaster. The roast profiles are designed so that varietal aromas come through clearly and the character of each blend is easy to recognize. The result is coffee with fully developed flavor for portafilter machines, fully automatic machines, and other brewing methods.
What does Bonafede coffee taste like?
Many Bonafede blends show a bold, full-bodied character with notes of chocolate and nuts, as seen in Don Bonafede or Napoli. Alongside these, balanced roasts like Cerrado Dulce or Firenze offer a round body and delicate roasted aromas. This means fans of intense espresso and lovers of harmonious blends both find a coffee that suits their taste.
Which brewing methods suit Bonafede coffee?
Bonafede coffee works particularly well in a portafilter machine and in a fully automatic coffee machine. The beans are roasted to produce an intense espresso or a strong caffè crema, with a stable crema and a round body in every cup. At roastmarket, you can find the right Bonafede coffee for your preferred brewing method.
Which Bonafede coffee is ideal for beginners?
Don Bonafede is a great starting point for exploring the roastery's range. The blend of Arabica and Robusta beans brings clear notes of chocolate and caramel and works just as well as a straight espresso as it does in a cappuccino or latte macchiato. This makes it easy to get to know the roastery's profile across different drinks.
Why buy Bonafede coffee at roastmarket?
When you buy Bonafede coffee at roastmarket, you benefit from a wide selection and guaranteed freshness. The beans are shipped straight from the roastery to your door so you can enjoy the best possible aroma. Detailed product descriptions and customer reviews make it easy and quick to find the perfect Bonafede coffee for your taste.







