Savor the extraordinary taste of illy ground espresso dark roast, intensely bold with rich notes of deep cocoa. illys distinctive blend of the finest 100% Arabica coffees is created from the skillful blending of sustainably-grown beans, sourced from among the top 1% of Arabica grown around the world. The result is an authentic Italian coffee that is flawlessly consistent, balanced, and never bitter.illy ground espresso coffee is finely ground to provide optimal extraction with espresso machines that accept ground, tamped coffee. Using an exclusive process, illy coffee is packed in an air-free, pressurized can that enhances and seals in the precious aromas and oils, so you enjoy the freshest taste cup after cup.A lot of hands help to make illy coffee - so illy is committed to giving back to every single one; creating a cycle of quality and consciousness for all. Over 25 years ago, illy pioneered the direct trade model by cultivating personal, long-lasting relationships with growers in order to produce the best of the best beans. illy provides hands-on instruction to growers all over the worldhelping them to develop skills, techniques, and stay up-to-date on innovations in sustainability, at no cost to them.