The full flavour of coffee that’s good for you and for the environment, in practical compostable pods.

In 1974, Dr. Illy introduced another coffee innovation to the market with E.S.E (Easy Serving Espresso_, the first pre-measured espresso pods, making café-quality espresso simple and easy at home or a cafe. 

E.S.E. espresso pods are packaged in environmentally friendly filter paper designed to protect the coffee's freshness so you can experience the taste and aroma at its best.

We are proud to introduce the Lungo brew to the illy.co.za selection. For the preparation of Espresso Lungo. Ideal for connoisseurs who enjoy the same flavour profile they are already familiar with from our CLASSICO, but prefer a larger cup volume. The classic, velvety roast offers delicate notes of caramel, orange blossom, and jasmine with a sweet aftertaste. We recommend a cup volume between 60 and 80 ml.