The Barley Espresso and Cappuccino Experience

What’s going on in Italy?

On my last trip in Italy for the CIBUS Expo in Rome, wherever there were coffee shops, there was a special Barley Espresso Machine. As a matter of fact, Italians have rediscovered the hot roasted barley drink and started to popularize this drink in “Caffes’” and “Bars”.

Why do Italians love Barley Espresso? First, there is a long list of health benefits to drinking Barley Espresso. But I discovered another cause as I spoke with our limousine driver on our return trip to the airport. Italian often enjoy Espresso socially which leads to consuming a lot of Espresso! Our limo driver said that at a certain point, he has to give up the espresso shots and switch to a shot of Barley Espresso. Since in Italian society it would be an offense to refuse the invitation to drink espresso together, Barley Espresso provides a healthy way to remain social. The barley espresso is the newest addition to the healthy lifestyle in Italy. Organic Barley Espresso in E.S.E. pods is the healthiest espresso alternative!

Organic barley espresso pods are light in taste and, most importantly, completely caffeine free. This barley-based espresso drink is a pleasant espresso alternative any time of the day. The barley espresso production process is similar to that of espresso coffee roasting. The beans are roasted and ground like traditional espresso beans. Barley espresso is an all-natural beverage that promotes wellness while still providing a great, mild espresso taste.

Barley has many nutritional benefits:

• Barley consists of approximately 80% carbohydrates and boasts a low glycemic index.
• 10 % of Barley’s content is in protein, minerals, and B group vitamins.
• Barley is naturally low fat with only 1% lipid content.
• Vitamin E and A give an antioxidant boost to the body.
• Thocotryenol works as an inhibitor against the hepatic synthesis of cholesterol in the body.
• Barley is rich in antioxidants. Its nutritional qualities help to reduce cholesterol and prevent diseases such as diabetes and colon cancer.

• Barley espresso also aids in the prevention of obesity by providing a feeling of “fullness”.
• The phosphorus content in barley espresso aids the good function of body cells and the tissue of the nervous system. It also helps to strengthen teeth and bones.
• The potassium content in barley helps to keep nerve impulses alert and also promotes a healthy vascular system (i.e. blood pressure).

In Italy, many people grow up with the drink called “Orzoro^®”, which translated means “golden barley”. Today, this product is produced and sold by the Nestle^® Company. Another famous roasted barley brand produced by Star^® is Orzo Bimbo^®, which translated means “Baby Barley.” It is a very traditional and healthy drink that has existed for decades in Italy. Today, most initial buyers of this product are Italians that became fond of the drink in Italy before moving to the United States. We believe that barley espresso in E.S.E. pod will soon become a popular drink in the U.S., just as many other Italian products such as espresso coffee and cappuccino are now American favorites.

Related available Barley Espresso Pods:

• Organic Barley Espresso E.S.E. pod Palombini
• Barley Espresso E.S.E. pod Biancaffe’

Where to Buy:
Palombini Biorzo: Myitalianshopping.com
Biancaffe' Barley or Palombini Biorzo: Grancaffevuotto.com