Costa Medium Roast No.3 Ground Coffee, 200g

Costa Medium Roast No.3 Ground Coffee is a signature essential for the coffee enthusiast who demands the structural integrity of a professional cafe roast. Unlike standard retail coffees, this signature blend is structured to showcase a specific equilibrium between acidity and bitterness achieved through decades of refinement. This Costa ground coffee takes that same approachable quality and puts it into a format you can enjoy at home.

To experience the full British lifestyle feel, this indulgent medium roast coffee pairs nicely with a morning ritual or a professional weekend brunch. Whether you are relaxing at home or need a reliable pick me up during a busy day, this blend gives you a consistent and nutty experience that continues the Costa coffeehouse legacy into 2026.

☕ How Does Costa Medium Roast No.3 Ground Coffee Taste?

• Toasted Nut: ●●●●○ (4/5) Sophisticated hazelnut aromatics that provide a rich and rounded drinking experience.
• Caramel Depth: ●●●●○ (4/5) Smooth and sweet roasted finish that lingers pleasantly on the palate.
• Body Intensity: ●●●○○ (3/5) Medium strength 3 for versatility across different brewing methods and all day drinking.
• Acidity Balance: ●●●○○ (3/5) Clean and balanced palate that provides a refreshing and bright clarity.

Teas.co.uk Curator Rating: 4.8/5, Our expert verdict.

The Story Behind the Costa Brand

Costa Coffee was founded in London in 1971 by Sergio and Bruno Costa and has grown to become the nation favourite coffee shop.

• The Signature No.3: This specific profile represents the legendary house roast that took 112 different variations to perfect. The Costa coffee brand is built on this very recipe, ensuring a taste that is recognised globally.
• The Art of Roasting: Costa is famous for its slow roasting process. Unlike commercial brands that flash roast beans, Costa takes the time to ensure the natural oils develop fully, delivering a better brew for Costa coffee UK customers.
• Barista Heritage: Every bag of ground coffee is produced with the same expertise as the beans used by professional baristas in store, ensuring high street quality in your own kitchen.

🌍 Costa Commitment To The Planet

Costa ensures that your daily coffee ritual supports global conservation and ethical trade through rigorous standards.

• Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
• Atmospheric Preservation: The protective atmosphere soft pouch is designed to lock in volatile aromatics and ensure the coffee arrives in peak condition with zero single use plastic wastage.
• UK Roasting Excellence: This coffee is roasted and packed within the United Kingdom to maintain strict quality control and reduce the carbon footprint from roaster to cup.

🔥 How Do I Make Costa Medium Roast No.3 Ground Coffee?

To get the best results from your Costa ground coffee and learn how to make a professional barista grade latte at home, correct preparation is important. Specific hydration techniques are required to release the nutty and caramel volatiles.

The Cafetiere Ritual Brewing Guide:

• Measure: Utilise 1 to 2 tablespoons (approx 7g to 10g) of coffee per 250ml of water into a pre warmed pot.
• Water: Use freshly filtered water heated to 90 to 96 degrees Celsius. Expert Tip: Let the kettle rest for 60 seconds after boiling to avoid scorching the oils.
• Steep: Pour water steadily and stir thoroughly. Allow to brew for 4 to 5 minutes to develop the full caramel sweetness.
• The Finish: Plunge the filter slowly and steadily and serve immediately to prevent over extraction.

The Iced Costa Caramel Refresher Recipe:

• Why Try It: This method creates a refreshing and indulgent iced coffee that rivals any coffeehouse, perfect for summer hydration in 2026.
• The Prep: Brew a double strength concentrate using 4 tablespoons of coffee in 200ml of water using a cafetiere. Steep for a full 5 minutes.
• The Chill: Fill a tall glass with large ice cubes and pour the hot concentrate directly over them to lock in the aromatics.
• The Serve: Top with cold milk or a splash of water and a dash of caramel syrup for a professional finish.

The Barista Grade Latte At Home Recipe:

• The Base: Prepare a strong concentrated coffee shot using a moka pot or the cafetiere method mentioned above.
• The Milk: Gently heat 150ml of whole milk or a creamy oat alternative. Whisk until a dense velvety micro foam forms.
• The Combine: Pour the frothed milk over the coffee base. The Medium Roast No.3 provides the perfect structural integrity for a creamy latte that highlights the hazelnut notes.

How Does Costa Medium Roast No.3 Ground Coffee Compare to:

• Standard Instant Coffee: When compared to soluble granules, ground coffee offers a significantly more complex and full bodied experience. It retains the essential oils and fine particles that provide a barista grade mouthfeel and a rich woody aroma that instant coffee simply cannot match.
• Generic Supermarket Ground Coffee: Many budget pre ground brands use a higher ratio of Robusta or flash roasted beans, which can result in an ashy or overly bitter taste. Costa No.3 is slow roasted for a smoother profile, ensuring a balanced acidity and sweet caramel finish.
• Dark Roast No.6 Coffee: While a dark roast provides a heavy smokiness and high intensity, Medium Roast No.3 is designed for versatility. It is the superior choice for those who want an easy drinking blend that works perfectly as both a black coffee and a creamy latte base.

🫖 Brewing The Perfect Cup of Costa Medium Roast No.3 Ground Coffee, 200g

• Measure: Empty one full sachet (or 2 to 3 heaped teaspoons of powder) into a warmed mug.
• Pour: Add 200ml of just boiled water or 65°C steamed milk; for the smoothest cup use water that is hot but no longer at a rolling boil.
• Stir: Stir briskly for 10 seconds until the powder is fully dissolved; lumps mean the water was either too cool or you stopped stirring too soon.
• Finish: Top with whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa or cinnamon, or a drizzle of caramel syrup for a cafe style finish.
• Iced version: Dissolve the sachet in 80ml of hot water first, then pour over a tall glass of ice and top with 200ml of cold milk. The hot first step prevents lumps in the cold milk.
• Best with: a buttery croissant for breakfast, almond biscotti at coffee break, or shortbread in the afternoon.

⚠️ Safety & Dietary

Costa Medium Roast No.3 Ground Coffee, 200g is an instant coffee latte; safety points below cover the dairy content and contains caffeine; a product-specific milligram figure is not stated per prepared sachet.

• 🌱 Nutrient Note: Contains the natural compounds (polyphenols, antioxidants or warming actives) characteristic of Costa Medium Roast No.3 Ground Coffee, 200g, supporting general wellbeing as part of a balanced diet.
• Ingredients and dietary suitability: Check the current UK pack before purchase; formulations and allergen advice can change.
• Chemical Cleanliness: 100 percent pure roasted coffee with zero additives, artificial flavourings, or preservatives.
• Stimulant Alert: Contains caffeine. This is a potent central nervous system stimulant; individuals with high sensitivity to stimulants or hypertension should monitor their intake.
• Child Safety: Keep out of reach of children.