Coffee essence is a concentrated form of liquid coffee that can be found in small bottles at the baking section of a supermarket. Essence is another term for flavouring. However, an essence can have two different meanings. It could indicate that the coffee essence is an imitation extract or a highly concentrated form of pure extract. Therefore, make sure to check the labels for confirmation. Some coffee flavoring even comes in the form of emulco, a paste form of coffee flavouring which is a combination of coffee flavoring and colouring.
You would have a bit of confusion in terms of coffee essence and extract. I have compiled several comparisons between a coffee essence and a coffee extract to clear that uncertainty.
| Coffee Essence | Coffee Extract |
| Both are flavouring ingredients | Both are flavouring ingredients |
| Does not contain any alcohol | Contains non-intoxicating alcohol |
| Have a lower amount of caffeine | Have a higher amount of caffeine |
| More stability | Less stability |
| Most products are cheaper | Most products are pricier |
Let’s get to the top 10 list of coffee extract to make up your mind of which little bottle of coffee essence to grab on your next grocery trip!
1. Bakels Apito Coffee Essence
Bakels Apito Coffee Essence’s rate of use can be adjusted to meet the desired flavour and colour. The normal recommended utilisation rate for total batter on dough weight is 3%.
Type: Essence
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Size Available: 25 ml and 2 liter
Price: RM3.50 (25 ml bottle)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Bunga Raya Ku’s Coffee Essence
This Malaysian-made coffee essence is a very affordable choice with good quality. It is perfect to be added into your baking mixture, giving it a nice aromatic coffee smell and flavour.
Type: Essence
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 25 ml
Price: RM2.40
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Chef Amer Premium Essence – Cafe Mocha Flavour
Cher Amer Premium Essence is oil-based. When used in baking, it emits a fragrant smell. Just using a few small drops in your batter is sufficient.
Type: Essence
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 250 ml
Price: RM35.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Bake With Yen Coffee Emulco
Bake With Yen Coffee Emulco comes in a small plastic bottle which is easier to store in your kitchen’s cabinets. You could also try another coffee-based emulco from the same brand which is Bake With Yen Mocha Emulco.
Type: Emulco
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 60 g
Price: RM4.30
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Healthy Baker Coffee Emulco
Healthy Baker Coffee Emulco is repacked from halal products. It is suitable for baking, cream or glazing use.
Type: Emulco
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 25 ML
Price: RM4.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. My Flavour Coffee Emulco
Emulco is a concentrated flavouring paste that contains food colouring. Emulco is used in baked goods to improve flavour, aroma, and moisture retention. It also aids in the consistency of baked goods. Emulco is suitable for use in baked goods, dough, mixes, ice cream, waffles, toppings, and fillings.
Type: Emulco
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 25 g
Price: RM4.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Flavours Dotcom Coffee Emulco
Flavours Dotcom Coffee Emulco is made in Malaysia and has Halal certification. It cna be used to make ice cream, cake and more.
Type: Emulco
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 45 g
Price: RM5.44
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Dapur Desa Coffee Flavouring
The chemical senses of taste and smell play a significant role in determining the impression of food or other substances, as demonstrated by this Dapur Desa’s Coffee Flavour. A few drops of Dapur Desa Coffee Flavour enhances cakes, cookies, pies, puddings, and icing.
Type: Essence
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 25 ml
Price: RM4.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Cambodia Coffee Essence
Cambodian coffee beans are used to make this coffee essence which gives it a bit more of a stronger coffee taste and lingering aroma. Aside from diluting for drinking, it can also be used for your baking purposes.
Type: Essence
Country of Origin: Cambodia
Size Available: 500 ml
Price: RM17.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. Toffieco White Coffee Food Flavouring
Type: Essence
Country of Origin: Indonesia
Size Available: 25 g
Price: RM11.87
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
So avid fans of coffee pastries that can bake, what are you waiting for? Whip up some coffee bread or Mexican coffee bun using one of these coffee essences soon!
Note: This list was compiled by the team at My Weekend Plan after extensive research and shared opinions to suggest helpful recommendations for the public. More Top 10s in Malaysia are waiting to be discovered, if you have any other great suggestions too, please email us support@myweekendplan.com.my. The sequence of brands is in no particular order.
