Zicaffè coffee
Zicaffè · Marsala, Sicily · since 1929
The Art of Espresso. From Sicily to your cup.
For almost a century, the Zichittella family in Marsala has been roasting espresso the way Italians drink it at the bar: full-bodied, with a dense crema and notes of cocoa, honey and spices. Here you will find all Zicaffè blends and formats at a glance.
Explore the range Which blend suits me?
Family roastery in its 4th generation
Beans, ground, pods, capsules
Pick-up in Lenzburg possible
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At a glance
Zicaffè in Switzerland: all formats compared.
Zicaffè is an Italian coffee roastery from Marsala (Sicily), founded in 1929 by Vito Zichittella and now family-run in its fourth generation. At La Bottega del Caffè in Lenzburg you can buy Zicaffè as coffee beans, ground coffee, E.S.E. pods, capsules for Nespresso® Original as well as accessories and specialities, with delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein.
| Format | Suitable for | Pack | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee beans | Bean-to-cup machine, espresso machine with grinder | 250 g or 1 kg | from CHF 6.90 |
| Ground coffee | Espresso machine, moka pot | 250 g | from CHF 5.90 |
| E.S.E. pods | E.S.E. pod machines (44 mm) | 100 or 150 pods | from CHF 33.90 |
| Capsules for Nespresso® Original | Nespresso® Original system machines | 50 or 100 capsules | from CHF 20.90 |
| Accessories & specialities | Cups, Espresso Kit, ZiTop Pistacchio | depending on item | from CHF 4.90 |
The categories
The full Zicaffè range.
Choose the format that suits your machine. Each category takes you straight to all blends and pack sizes. Everything on one page is in the full Zicaffè collection.
Whole bean · 250 g and 1 kg
Coffee beans
Sicily tastes best freshly ground. From the elegant 100% Arabica Black of Italy to the strong bar espresso Linea Espresso, plus decaf as Zidec.
For bean-to-cup machines, espresso machines and grinders
from CHF 6.90
All beans
Ground · 250 g
Ground coffee
Ready ground for espresso machines and moka pots. Aromatica with honey and spices, Gustosa intense and full-bodied, Antico Aroma with citrus and dark cocoa, Dolce mild.
For espresso machines and moka pots
from CHF 5.90
All ground
Single-serve · 44 mm
E.S.E. pods
Insert the pod, press the button, done. Aromatica, Gustosa, Bar in Casa and Densacrema in a handy stock box of 100 or 150 pods.
For all E.S.E. pod machines, for example our Faber Pro 3.0
from CHF 33.90
All pods
Capsules · 50 and 100 pcs
Capsules for Nespresso® Original
Sicilian espresso for the machine already in your kitchen. Aromatica, Gustosa and NeroSapore in a stock box.
For Nespresso® Original system machines
from CHF 20.90
All capsules
Accessories & specialities
Cups, kit & ZiTop
The matching Zicaffè espresso or cappuccino cup, the Espresso Kit for 100 servings and ZiTop Pistacchio to refine coffee and desserts.
For home, office and catering
from CHF 4.90
Discover allThe blends
Find your Zicaffè.
Every blend has its own character. The dots show the intensity according to Zicaffè: the more orange, the stronger.
Black of Italy100% Arabica · honey, vanilla, cocoaBeans from CHF 9.90
AromaticaArabica & Robusta · honey and spicesBeans, ground, pods, capsules
Linea EspressoThe bar espresso · dark cocoa and spicesBeans from CHF 6.90
Il Tuo CaffèRobusta-led · full body, cocoaBeans 1 kg CHF 22.10
GustosaIntense · spices and toasted breadGround, pods, capsules
Antico AromaArabica-led · citrus and dark cocoaBeans from CHF 8.90
Even more bar feeling: Crema in Tazza, Professional Bar, Cinquantenario and Espresso Italiano in the 1 kg bag. Decaf: Zidec.
Black of Italy 1 kg + free espresso cup.
The elegant 100% Arabica blend in a 1 kg bag, plus the black Zicaffè espresso cup with saucer at no extra cost. For your espresso just like at the bar, or as a gift for coffee lovers.
only CHF 34.90
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ZiTop Pistacchio
A touch of Sicily for cappuccino and dessert.
Zicaffè’s flavoured pistachio cream refines espresso, cappuccino, hot chocolate, ice cream and cakes. Simply drizzle over and enjoy.
CHF 12.90 · 300 g
View ZiTop Matching cup from CHF 4.90Origin
From Marsala, since 1929.
Vito Zichittella founded the roastery in 1929 in Marsala on the west coast of Sicily. Zicaffè is still based there today and exports its blends all over the world.
Family
Four generations of passion.
The family business is now run by the fourth generation and is still inspired by its founder’s passion.
Craft
#TheArtOfEspresso
Zicaffè sees coffee as an art form: from selecting the green coffee and roasting to barista training at its own academy.
Frequently asked questions
Zicaffè: questions and answers.
Where does Zicaffè come from?
Zicaffè is a coffee roastery from Marsala in Sicily. Vito Zichittella founded the family business in 1929; today it is run by the fourth generation.
Which Zicaffè formats does La Bottega del Caffè offer?
We stock Zicaffè as coffee beans (250 g and 1 kg), ground coffee (250 g), 44 mm E.S.E. pods, capsules for Nespresso® Original as well as cups, the Espresso Kit and ZiTop Pistacchio.
Which Zicaffè is 100% Arabica?
Black of Italy is a 100% Arabica blend. It is aromatic and smooth, with notes of honey, vanilla and cocoa.
Which Zicaffè is especially strong?
According to Zicaffè, Gustosa and Antico Aroma have an intensity of 5 out of 5. For a strong bar espresso with dense crema, Linea Espresso, Il Tuo Caffè and Crema in Tazza are also a good choice.
Which Zicaffè is suitable for bean-to-cup machines?
For bean-to-cup machines, use Zicaffè coffee beans. Black of Italy is elegant and smooth, Linea Espresso and Il Tuo Caffè are stronger and go well with cappuccino. For decaf there is Zidec.
Is Zicaffè also available decaffeinated?
Yes, Zicaffè Zidec is available as whole beans in a 250 g pack.
Do Zicaffè 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.
How much does Zicaffè cost?
With us, Zicaffè coffee beans start at CHF 6.90 (250 g), ground coffee at CHF 5.90 (250 g), capsules for Nespresso® Original at CHF 20.90 (50 pcs) and E.S.E. pods at CHF 33.90 (100 pcs). All prices incl. VAT.
Do you deliver Zicaffè throughout Switzerland?
Yes, we deliver throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. You can also pick up your order from us at Sägestrasse 40, 5600 Lenzburg.
Last updated: November 2026
Not sure which Zicaffè is right?
Tell us which machine you have and how you like your coffee. We will recommend the right blend. La Bottega del Caffè, Sägestrasse 40, 5600 Lenzburg.
