Taste Illy 3 x 250g
Illy Brazil is one of the varieties in the Arabica Selection series, which consists exclusively of single-origin 100 % Arabica. The coffee comes from the Cerrado Mineiro region of Brazil, known for its ideal climate for slow-ripening coffee trees – hot days, cooler nights and nutrient-rich soil give the beans an exceptional sweetness and intensity.
The beans are imported to Trieste, Italy, where they are roasted and packaged with the same precision as other Illy products – in original pressure-sealed cans that guarantee freshness and consistent quality for up to two years from the date of roasting.
Illy Brazil offers a full, velvety body with distinct notes of dark chocolate and caramel, sometimes with a hint of freshly baked bread. The taste is slightly sweet, but without any significant bitterness or acidity, with low acidity and a slightly lower caffeine content, making it a comfortable choice for several cups a day.
This variety is primarily designed for espresso and Americano, but also works great in automatic coffee machines, moka pots, and filter coffee makers. It is appreciated for its consistency - stable flavor and performance even with regular home grinding and different grinder settings. The airtight packaging preserves the aroma until the day begins. Once opened, it is recommended to store the beans in a well-sealed container away from heat and moisture.
The package size is 250 g.
Illy Guatemala is part of the exclusive Arabica Selection line, dedicated to single-origin Arabica. It comes from selected mountainous regions, including Fraijanes and Huehuetenango in Guatemala, where it grows at altitudes of up to 2,000 meters above sea level. The soil is rich and the environment unspoiled, with temperatures moderated by warm winds from Mexico - ideal conditions for coffee trees to mature and develop complex aromas.
After harvesting, the beans are exported to Trieste in Italy, where they are individually roasted according to a precisely defined profile and packaged in hermetically sealed pressure cans filled with inert gas to preserve their freshness for up to 24 months.
Guatemalan Arabica is characterized by a rich body, distinctive aroma, and subtle bitterness with a dominant hint of chocolate. The flavor also reveals notes of caramel, honey, and citrus fruits – a complex combination of sweetness and subtle acidity that adds elegance and depth.
The acidity and bitterness are low to medium (e.g., intensity ~5–8/10, acidity ~2/10), which gives the final profile a full but balanced enjoyment. The caffeine content is low (below 1,5 %), making it suitable for longer periods of drinking without a stimulating effect.
Illy Guatemala is designed primarily for espresso and lungo preparation, but it is also great in a moka pot, automatic coffee machine or filter. It excels wherever high extraction purity and profile details are preferred. Consumers appreciate its consistency – once the can is opened, the coffee retains its aroma for a long time if stored in a dry, cool, and dark place. It is packaged in a protective atmosphere in a tin can, which helps minimize oxidation even after opening.
Illy Costa Rica is part of the premium Arabica Selection range, which features a selection of single-origin coffees – in this case, from Costa Rica. This 100 % Arabica coffee comes from sustainable plantations where the emphasis is on quality and the character of the region.
Each package is roasted separately with precisely set temperatures and times to bring out the typical flavor notes of this variety. It is packaged in tin cans in Trieste by the Italian company illycaffè, which guarantees consistent quality and long-lasting freshness of the product.
The coffee is characterized by a delicate, sweet taste with notes of honey, vanilla, caramel, and dried fruit. These are complemented by fresh citrus undertones and a subtle hint of chocolate, which together create a harmonious and smooth taste experience.
It is a medium-intensity coffee profile with balanced acidity and sweetness, ideal for those who prefer sophisticated flavor dimensions without the dominance of bitter tones. According to the official description, the taste experience is described as "a balanced blend of sweetness with notes of caramel, chocolate, and vanilla."
Due to its smoothness and complexity, Illy Costa Rica is ideal for espresso, but it is also excellent for milk-based coffees such as cappuccino or latte. Consumers who use a variety of preparation techniques, from grinders to espresso machines, appreciate its consistent consistency and ability to bring out layers of flavor regardless of the fineness of the grind.
The package size is 250 g.
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