Short answer: Davidoff coffee Fine Aroma is the lighter, more elegant pick at 7/12 intensity, while Davidoff Crema Intense is the bolder, fuller cup at 9/12. Both are 100% Arabica freeze-dried instant coffee. Pick Fine Aroma if you like a smooth, medium-bodied black coffee or a gentle milk cup. Pick Crema Intense if you want more strength, a thicker mouthfeel, and a touch of crema on top.
This guide compares the two side by side — intensity, taste, brewing, honest INR price bands, and where to buy them in India — so you can pick the right jar the first time. We are a coffee and tea machine supplier, not Davidoff; the notes below are an honest comparison to help you choose.
Davidoff coffee Fine Aroma vs Crema Intense at a glance
Both sit in Davidoff's premium instant range, made from 100% Arabica beans sourced largely from Central and South America. The headline difference is roast and intensity. Fine Aroma is the everyday, easy-drinking option. Crema Intense is the stronger, more "espresso-leaning" jar with a smoother, velvety finish.
| Feature | Davidoff Fine Aroma | Davidoff Crema Intense |
|---|---|---|
| Intensity (Davidoff scale 1-12) | 7/12 | 9/12 |
| Bean type | 100% Arabica | 100% Arabica |
| Body | Medium, light-to-balanced | Full, rounded |
| Character | Elegant, delicate aroma, mild acidity | Smooth, velvety crema, elegant acidity |
| Best for | Black coffee, gentle milk cups, all-day drinking | Strong black, robust lattes, after-meal cup |
| Typical jar sizes | 100g | 90g, 100g |
| Indicative price band (India) | Around Rs 450-750 (100g) | Around Rs 650-950 (90g-100g) |
Prices move with platform, pack size and offers, so treat the bands above as "from / around" ranges, not a live today's price. We never quote a fixed number because retail and quick-commerce prices change weekly.
How Fine Aroma tastes
Fine Aroma is the "well-rounded classic" of the pair. At 7/12 it brews into a medium-bodied cup with a clean, fragrant aroma and a soft, gently acidic edge rather than any heavy bitterness. Drinkers who find most instant coffee harsh tend to like it because it stays smooth and uncomplicated.
It works well black if you prefer a lighter strength, and it sits comfortably under milk without the coffee disappearing. If you currently drink mainstream instant and want to step up in quality without jumping to a very strong roast, Fine Aroma is the gentler upgrade. For the stronger Rich Aroma sibling, see our Davidoff Rich Aroma guide.
Davidoff Fine Aroma: who it suits
- You like a smooth, balanced cup, not an aggressive one.
- You drink several cups a day and want something easy on the palate.
- You take your coffee black or with a moderate amount of milk.
- You are buying for a household with mixed tastes — it pleases most people.
How Crema Intense tastes
Crema Intense is the bolder jar. At 9/12 it delivers a fuller body and more upfront coffee character, finished with a smooth, velvety crema — the light foam layer you get when you stir granules into hot water. It still keeps Davidoff's signature elegant acidity, so it reads as "strong but refined" rather than burnt.
This is the one to reach for if Fine Aroma feels too soft, if you want a proper after-meal cup, or if you make milky coffee and need the coffee flavour to push through the milk. It also makes a respectable quick cold coffee at home because the stronger base survives the ice and milk.
Davidoff Crema Intense: who it suits
- You want strength and a thicker mouthfeel from instant coffee.
- You make lattes or strong milk coffee and need body.
- You like a little crema on top of a freshly stirred cup.
- You drink one or two "treat" cups rather than many light ones.
Which one should you pick?
Use intensity as your shortcut. If you find most coffee too strong, start with Fine Aroma. If you usually wish your coffee were stronger, go straight to Crema Intense. Many homes keep both: Fine Aroma for daytime cups, Crema Intense for the evening or for guests.
| If you want… | Pick |
|---|---|
| A mild, smooth everyday black coffee | Fine Aroma |
| The fullest, strongest cup of the two | Crema Intense |
| Coffee that holds up under lots of milk | Crema Intense |
| A crowd-pleaser for mixed tastes | Fine Aroma |
| Crema/foam on a quick stirred cup | Crema Intense |
| Best value per gram for daily drinking | Fine Aroma (usually cheaper) |
Both are premium-priced against mass-market instant. If price is your main filter, compare them against the wider field in our instant coffee brands roundup and the instant coffee buying guide before committing to a jar.
How to brew either one well
Both are freeze-dried, so they dissolve fast and need no special kit — just hot, not boiling, water. A rolling boil can scorch the granules and flatten the aroma.
- Use roughly 1.5-2g (about half a teaspoon to a level teaspoon) per 150-200ml cup. Start lighter with Crema Intense; it is stronger.
- Heat water to around 90-92°C — just off the boil. Wait 30-40 seconds after the kettle clicks.
- For a crema-style cup, add a splash of water first, stir into a paste, then top up; this lifts the foam, especially with Crema Intense.
- Add milk and sweetener to taste. Fine Aroma needs less milk to stay tasting like coffee.
For a richer milk cup, a little milk powder dissolves cleanly and gives a creamier body without watering the coffee down.
Where to buy Davidoff Fine Aroma and Crema Intense in India
Both are sold through major online retailers and quick-commerce apps, plus larger supermarkets and gourmet stores in metros. You do not need a specialist outlet — they are widely listed.
- Online marketplaces: large e-commerce sites and grocery portals stock both, often with the best per-jar price during sales.
- Quick-commerce apps: 10-15 minute delivery apps frequently carry one or both, handy for a quick top-up, usually at a small premium.
- Supermarkets & gourmet stores: premium aisles in big-city hypermarkets and imported-goods shops, especially in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune.
Always check the jar size in the listing — a "cheaper" jar is sometimes a smaller 90g pack. Compare price per 100g, not the sticker price. To find a good café or roaster nearby for fresh coffee instead, use our guide on finding good coffee near you, or browse local picks for Mumbai.
How these compare to the rest of the Davidoff range
Davidoff's premium instant line also includes Rich Aroma (a stronger, spicier 10/12 blend with a vivid, full body) and the espresso-style options. If you are weighing the whole range — including the premium tiers and related labels — read our premium coffee range guide alongside the Rich Aroma price guide. Between just these two, Fine Aroma is the gentle classic and Crema Intense is the bold, crema-rich step up.
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