illy Classico Espresso Aluminum Coffee Capsules are a 10 count box, 2.01 oz (57 g) net, of Nespresso Original Line compatible capsules filled with illy's 100 percent Arabica classic roast, a mild and balanced espresso at intensity 6 of 11 with notes of caramel, orange blossom, and jasmine. Roasted in Trieste, Italy, the box is available as a Single or in packs of 3, 6, and 10, shipped fast from New Jersey.
illy Classico Nespresso Compatible Capsules: Balanced 100 Percent Arabica Espresso
- Classic roast, intensity 6 of 11 — a medium roast that is smooth and balanced with a lingering sweetness and no bitterness
- Tasting notes of caramel, orange blossom, and jasmine — illy's signature blend of nine Arabica origins, roasted in Trieste
- 100 percent Arabica — the same single illy blend used in its cafes and ground coffee
- Nespresso Original Line compatible — fits Original Line machines only; not compatible with Nespresso Vertuo
- Aluminum capsules — airtight capsules that protect the ground coffee from air and light until brewing
- 10 capsules per box, 2.01 oz (57 g) — sold as a Single box, Pack of 3, Pack of 6, or Pack of 10
How to Use
Insert one capsule into a Nespresso Original Line machine and brew as ristretto (about 0.85 fl oz, 25 mL) for a concentrated shot, espresso (about 1.35 fl oz, 40 mL) for the classic illy cup, or lungo (about 3.7 fl oz, 110 mL) for a longer, lighter coffee. Preheat the cup and run a short water cycle first for the best crema. Store the box at room temperature away from heat and moisture; the sealed aluminum capsules keep well until the date on the box. Used aluminum capsules can be recycled where local programs accept them.
About illy
illy was founded in Trieste, Italy, in 1933 by Francesco Illy and is still run by the Illy family. The company built its name on a single blend of nine Arabica origins, roasted in Trieste and sold in its pressurized cans, capsules, and pods worldwide, along with the illy caffè cafe network. illy is a Certified B Corporation, and its Classico roast is the reference espresso for the brand. Browse more coffee and drinks in our Drink Collection or the full Grocery & Gourmet Food range. Learn more at illy.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which machines are illy Classico Nespresso compatible capsules for?
These aluminum capsules fit Nespresso Original Line machines, the compact single-serve models such as Essenza, Pixie, CitiZ, Inissia, and Lattissima, plus other Original Line compatible brewers. They do not work in Nespresso Vertuo machines, which use larger barcode capsules, and they are not for illy iperEspresso machines. Check your machine model before ordering.
How do I brew illy Classico capsules?
Warm the machine and run a short water cycle, then insert a capsule and select ristretto for a short, intense 0.85 fl oz (25 mL) shot, espresso for the classic 1.35 fl oz (40 mL) cup, or lungo for a longer 3.7 fl oz (110 mL) coffee. Serve immediately, and eject the used capsule so the machine stays clean.
What is the difference between illy Classico, Intenso, and Forte capsules?
Classico is the medium classic roast, mild and balanced at intensity 6 with caramel, orange blossom, and jasmine notes. Intenso is a darker roast with fuller body and cocoa notes, and Forte is the boldest of the three with a strong, toasted character. All three use the same 100 percent Arabica illy blend; only the roast level differs.
Are illy Classico capsules imported from Europe?
Yes. illy roasts and packs these capsules at its headquarters in Trieste, Italy, and the box is the European 10 count, 57 g format. Real Prime Deals imports them and ships every order from New Jersey, so customers in the United States and Canada get the same capsules sold in Italian cafes and supermarkets.