illy Classico Ground Coffee is a medium roast, 100% Arabica blend ground specifically for Moka pot preparation. Crafted in Italy using illy's signature illy blend of 9 single-origin Arabicas, each 8.8 oz (250g) pressurized tin delivers a mild, balanced cup with delicate notes of caramel, orange blossom, and jasmine — the finest coffee, every day.
illy Classico Moka Ground Coffee — 100% Arabica, 8.8 oz
- Moka pot optimized grind: The distinct grind size is customized specifically to pair perfectly with a Moka pot, ensuring optimal extraction and a rich, full-bodied espresso-style cup.
- 100% Arabica illy blend: A proprietary blend of 9 of the world's finest single-origin Arabica beans, selected for their complementary flavor profiles and consistent quality.
- Medium roast — mild and balanced: The Classico roast profile enhances the beans' natural taste and aroma, highlighting caramel sweetness, floral orange blossom, and delicate jasmine notes.
- Pressurized tin for freshness: Each tin is pressurized with nitrogen to lock in aroma and freshness from roasting to your cup — no staleness, no compromise.
- Made in Italy since 1933: illy has been crafting premium Italian coffee in Trieste, Italy for over 90 years, exporting to 140+ countries worldwide.
How to Use
Fill the Moka pot's bottom chamber with cold water up to the safety valve. Fill the filter basket with illy Classico Moka ground coffee — do not tamp. Screw the top chamber on firmly and place on medium heat. Remove from heat as soon as coffee begins to flow into the upper chamber. Pour immediately and enjoy. For best results, use filtered water and pre-warm your cups.
About illy
Founded in Trieste, Italy in 1933 by Francesco Illy, illycaffè is one of the world's most respected premium coffee brands. illy sources 100% Arabica beans from the finest growing regions across 9 countries, blending them into a single, consistent signature blend that has remained unchanged for decades. Every tin is pressurized with nitrogen to preserve freshness from roasting to your cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between illy Classico Moka and illy Classico Espresso grind?
Both use the same illy Classico 100% Arabica blend, but the grind size differs. Moka grind is coarser than espresso grind, optimized for the pressure and extraction dynamics of a Moka pot stovetop brewer. Using the wrong grind can result in under- or over-extraction.
Is illy Classico suitable for drip coffee makers?
This specific tin is ground for Moka pot preparation. For drip coffee makers, illy offers a separate drip grind version. Using Moka grind in a drip machine may result in a slightly stronger, denser cup.
How long does an open tin of illy ground coffee stay fresh?
Once opened, store the tin in a cool, dry place with the lid tightly closed. For best flavor, use within 2–4 weeks of opening. The pressurized tin keeps coffee fresh until first opening.
Which pack size offers the best value?
The Pack of 6 offers the best per-tin value (~17% savings) and qualifies for free shipping — ideal for daily illy drinkers.
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The coffee is great, but be careful when opening it the first time. I got coffee grinds in my eyes.
Produces a rich flavorful cup in my SIXAQUAE Induction stainless steel and crystal moka pot. I went to bed with thoughts of the next pot firmly in my head the first night I had it. Expensive, as things from Italy usually are, but worth it. Mine came with a lid and was firmly wrapped.-EDIT- This coffee is ground for Moka pots, and might not make good coffee other ways. One tin has made 10 or 11 240ml cups which works out to less than a dollar each at the $10.50 price. That's a bargain for such a tasty cup.
This might be my favorite coffee ever..... I love the flavor and the fact that I can mimic espresso shots at home. I put this in my Moka pot and make lattes.
Best coffee
Tastes good
My stash disappeared, brewed daily through my trusty little moka pot. I ordered several espresso grinds and well and truly liked them, enough to order more.I savor my espresso, rich and black and straightforward. No pretense here about top notes and underlying flavor hints. I'm a hunter and a fisher and I know what I like.
I love the taste of this!!! Be careful with opening the can for the first time, mine got everywhere‼️‼️
Love the flavor and tastes.
It tastes amazing.
Great coffee! This has been a terrific coffee and grind for my Grosche Mocha Pot (6 cup makes wonderful almost perfect near espresso). I’ve been trying a number of espresso grinds and Illy has delivered the finest coffee. I recently purchased a Vevok Chef O20 Manual Coffee Grinder which also does a fantastic job, so I’ll be switching to a whole bean Illy. You can’t go wrong with this brand.
perfect for my new espresso machine! espresso comes out smooth and tastes great! good amount for the price you pay
Good coffee and great pricing!
Fast shipping and it made the most delicious coffee in my moka pot!! Thank you and I will order again soon!
Great strong coffee. Add less than recommended in cup when brewing as just a little goes a long way.
Excellent coffee! The flavor is far above any other coffee I have purchased. The packaging I feel contributes to the freshness of this product. I recently discovered Illy coffee and will always make this purchase. Perfect cup of coffee! Thank you!
My favorite ground that's brewed on the weekends and enjoyed with a pastry. But because of a gas bag and bad trade policies I'll have to forego this simple pleasure for a while.
Bought this for my Moka pot at the suggestion of my Italian friend Antoni because the cheap Kona blend and the Starbucks Pike’s etc sucked plain and simple from the Moka. This illy is delicious. Just be sure and only fill the Moka strainer 1/4-1/3 way max unless you go with half to 3/4 and add water to your cup. When I want 2 full “American “ size coffee cups I go a bit over 3/4 full strainer and add hot water to my cup. Buy this coffee. It really does taste great.
Exactly what I wanted
Love the coffee. Can't get enough of it
Great coffee but expensive
We went to Italy and was spoiled by the coffee we had there. It's quite expensive in the US to drink it everyday... we use this as a supplement to enjoy mid afternoon coffee breaks. Although the taste is not the same, its still very enjoyable.
Excellent coffee. I got this for my French press. Would I especially enjoy about this coffee other than its taste? Is that when it got cold it did not turn bitter and was still pleasant to drink. I checked around and it’s a bit pricey but well worth it. I will definitely buy this again
Flavorful and easy on the palette, although pricey. Nice tin package.
Best Coffee EVER
This is what great and smooth tasting coffee is about. As soon as the lid opened I could immediately smell the awesome aroma of great coffee. It reminds me of Vietnamese coffee but like 1/2 the price! It’s actually more fresh than all of the Vietnamese coffee sold on Amazon actually. Highly recommended and exceeded expectations!!
Works great with my Bialetti moka pot
Good coffee
This coffee in a Moka pot is delicious. So smooth, never tastes burnt or overdone. Easy to make and I just eyeball it. Love it I make a latte out of it every morning
My partner is a coffee drinker. He loved the Classico Medium ground coffee I previously bought & said it was the best coffee he's ever tasted! It also had a very delicious aroma. So, I decided to try this Mocha flavor. Happy Valentine's!
This coffee is much more flavorful and pleasantly non acidic than you may expect if you have never tried it. I wish I would not have waited this long. Thought I knew everything about coffee. Hat’s off to all those involved in growing and selling this.
I have this in my office and smells so good when I walk in let alone brew and drink it.