illy coffee: all formats at a glance
illy · Coffee from Trieste since 1933
One espresso. Six ways into your cup.
Beans, ground, E.S.E. pods, Iperespresso or capsules for Nespresso® Original: every illy format contains the same blend of 100 % Arabica. Here you will find all illy categories at a glance and the right system for your machine.
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In every illy format
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At a glance
illy coffee in Switzerland: all formats compared.
illy is a coffee brand of illycaffè S.p.A. from Trieste (Italy), founded in 1933. All illy coffees are 100 % Arabica. At La Bottega del Caffè in Lenzburg you can buy illy in six categories: E.S.E. pods, coffee beans, Iperespresso® capsules, ground coffee, capsules for Nespresso® Original and Iperespresso coffee machines, with delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein.
| Format | Suitable for | Pack | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| E.S.E. pods | E.S.E. pod machines (44 mm) | 18, 40 or 200 pods | from CHF 9.50 |
| Coffee beans | Bean-to-cup machine, espresso machine with grinder | 250 g tin | from CHF 11.50 |
| Iperespresso® capsules | illy Y3.3, X7.1 and other Iperespresso machines | 18 capsules | from CHF 11.90 |
| Ground coffee | Espresso machine, moka pot | 250 g tin | from CHF 11.90 |
| Capsules for Nespresso® Original | Nespresso® Original system machines | 10 capsules | from CHF 5.60 |
| Iperespresso machines | Y3.3 and X7.1 | 1 machine | from CHF 129.00 |
The categories
The full illy range.
Choose the format that suits your machine. Each category takes you straight to all varieties and pack sizes. Everything on one page is in the full illy collection.
Single-serve · 44 mm
E.S.E. pods
Pre-portioned espresso to the open E.S.E. standard. Insert the pod, press the button, done. Classico, Classico Lungo, Intenso, Forte and Decaffeinato, in packs of 18 to 200.
For all E.S.E. pod machines, for example our Faber Pro 3.0
from CHF 9.50
All pods
Whole bean · 250 g
Coffee beans
illy tastes fullest when freshly ground. The classic roasts and the Arabica Selection with single-origin coffees, in the typical illy tin with protective atmosphere.
For bean-to-cup machines, espresso machines and grinders
from CHF 11.50
All beans
illy capsule system
Iperespresso® capsules
illy’s own capsule system: the coffee is infused and emulsified in two phases right inside the capsule, producing a dense, hazelnut-brown crema. Classico, Classico Lungo, Intenso, Forte and Decaffeinato plus the Arabica Selection, 18 capsules each.
Only for Iperespresso machines such as Y3.3 and X7.1
from CHF 11.90
All Iperespresso
Ground · 250 g
Ground coffee
Two grinds for two rituals: fine for the espresso machine and coarser as “Moka” for the stovetop moka pot. Classico, Intenso, Forte and Decaffeinato.
For espresso machines, moka pots and filter
from CHF 11.90
All ground
Aluminium capsules · 10 pcs
Capsules for Nespresso® Original
illy espresso for the machine already in your kitchen. Aluminium capsules in Classico, Classico Lungo, Intenso, Forte and Decaffeinato.
For Nespresso® Original system machines, not for Iperespresso
from CHF 5.60
All capsules
For Iperespresso
Coffee machines
The compact Y3.3 for espresso and lungo, and the X7.1 with striking retro design and milk frother. Both use Iperespresso capsules.
from CHF 129.00
All machinesThe roasts
A colour for every taste.
On every illy pack, the colour tells you the roast. That way you find your variety again in every format.
Red
Classico
Balanced and harmonious, with notes of caramel, orange blossom and jasmine. The quintessential illy roast.
Also available as Classico Lungo for the large cup:
Burgundy
Intenso
Darker roast and fuller-bodied, with notes of cocoa and dried fruit.
For those who like it stronger
Black
Forte
illy’s strongest roast, with notes of dark chocolate and toasted bread.
Ideal as a ristretto or with milk
Blue
Decaffeinato
The full illy taste, decaffeinated. Perfect for an evening espresso.
Available in all formats
System finder
Which illy suits your machine?
Only one thing matters: format and machine must match. Iperespresso, E.S.E. and Nespresso® Original are three different systems.
Arabica Selection
A journey through coffee countries.
Alongside the classic illy blend there are coffees from single countries of origin, each with its own character. As beans or Iperespresso capsules, depending on availability.
Can’t decide? Try your way through with the E.S.E. tasting set or the Iperespresso tasting set.
Origin
From Trieste, since 1933.
Francesco Illy founded illycaffè in the port city of Trieste in 1933. The family business is still based there today, and the city is considered one of the capitals of Italian coffee culture.
Blend
One blend, 100 % Arabica.
illy relies on a single blend of selected Arabica beans from different growing regions. Classico, Intenso and Forte differ in their roast.
Freshness
Pressure-packed.
The typical illy tin is filled with inert gas instead of air and sealed under pressure. This preserves the aroma of the beans until opening.
Frequently asked questions
illy coffee: questions and answers.
What illy formats are there?
illy is available as coffee beans, ground coffee (for espresso and moka pot), E.S.E. pods (44 mm), Iperespresso® capsules and capsules for Nespresso® Original. In addition, there are the Iperespresso coffee machines Y3.3 and X7.1.
What is the difference between Iperespresso and Nespresso®-compatible capsules?
Iperespresso is illy’s own capsule system and only works in Iperespresso machines such as the Y3.3 or X7.1. The aluminium capsules for Nespresso® Original fit machines of that system. The two capsule types are not interchangeable.
Do illy E.S.E. pods fit every pod machine?
They fit all machines built to the 44 mm E.S.E. standard, for example the Faber Pro 3.0. Senseo pods and other soft pods are a different system.
What do the colours on illy packs mean?
The colour shows the roast: red stands for Classico, burgundy for Intenso, black for Forte and blue for Decaffeinato. The colours are the same in all formats.
Is illy also available as a lungo?
Yes. The Classico is also available as Classico Lungo, tailored to the large cup. We stock it as E.S.E. pods (18 pieces), as Iperespresso® capsules (18 pieces) and as capsules for Nespresso® Original (10 pieces).
Do you deliver illy throughout Switzerland?
Yes, we deliver throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. You can also pick up your order from us in Lenzburg.
Where can I buy illy coffee in Switzerland?
You can order illy online at La Bottega del Caffè. We deliver throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein, and you can also pick up orders from us at Sägestrasse 40, 5600 Lenzburg.
How much does illy coffee cost?
With us, illy capsules for Nespresso® Original start at CHF 5.60 (10 pcs), E.S.E. pods at CHF 9.50 (18 pcs), coffee beans at CHF 11.50 (250 g) and Iperespresso® capsules at CHF 11.90 (18 pcs). Iperespresso machines start at CHF 129.00. All prices incl. VAT.
Which illy coffee is suitable for bean-to-cup machines?
For bean-to-cup machines, use illy coffee beans. Classico is balanced, Intenso stronger, Decaffeinato decaffeinated. With the Arabica Selection you can also try individual countries of origin.
Is illy coffee 100 % Arabica?
Yes. illy uses only Arabica beans for all its coffees. The classic blend combines Arabica from different growing regions, while each Arabica Selection comes from a single country.
Last updated: November 2026
Not sure which illy is right?
Tell us which machine you have and we will recommend the right format and roast. La Bottega del Caffè, Sägestrasse 40, 5600 Lenzburg.
