Product detailed description

Illy Dark Intenso ground coffee 250g

"Uncompromising depth, robust body and intense bar character with a touch of Trieste perfection. A dark roasted, 100% premium Arabica with a deep profile of dark chocolate and fresh toast for those seeking an exceptionally strong, captivating cup with a rich foam and an energetic boost to the senses."

Do you crave a cup of coffee with maximum intensity that will reliably wake you up in the morning and offer you a full, bold taste without compromise? Ground coffee Intenso (formerly known as Dark Roast) from the iconic Italian roaster illy represents a bolder and more robust position of the legendary 100% Arabica blend. This blend is made from nine of the best coffee varieties in the world, which have undergone a precise, intense dark roast. This process reliably breaks down any trace of fruity acidity and allows the deep, warm tones of cocoa and freshly baked bread to fully stand out. The result is a syrupy, dense drink with a powerful body and a long-lasting, strong bittersweet aftertaste that leaves you with a trace of real Italian espresso.

The luxurious 250g package in an iconic metal can is the perfect choice for demanding households, lovers of strong espresso and modern offices. The unique patented system of packaging under pressure (pressurization) in an inert atmosphere reliably locks all volatile aromatic substances and precious essential oils inside the can. This is 100% guaranteed that the coffee does not lose its strength, does not air out and retains its freshly roasted barista qualities for an unusually long time.

☕ Flavor profile: Dark dark chocolate, cocoa, toasty notes and rich, thick crema

Illy Intenso stands out with its massive, syrupy, creamy texture, a penetrating, warm aroma with a captivating hint of freshly baked bread, and a perfectly rounded palette of strong tones completely free of acidity:

• Dark dark chocolate and cocoa: The main flavor axis enchants with intense, warm tones of high-percentage chocolate, which give the coffee a stable, uncompromising and massive foundation.

• Toasty undertones and cereals: An elegant bittersweet note with an undertone of freshly baked bread crust and roasted cereals is clearly evident in the body of the coffee.

• Light hint of caramel: A subtle trace of dark caramel resonates in the long-lasting, warm aftertaste, pleasantly complementing the overall bittersweet harmony.

• Beautifully rich and long-lasting crema: Despite being 100% Arabica, this blend, thanks to its darker roasting style and precise grinding, creates a beautifully high, compact and elastic crema of a dark nutty color that perfectly locks in the robust aroma inside the cup.

📊 Product specifications

🔢 Nutritional information (Nutritional values)

Pure 100% ground coffee without added sugar, syrups, artificial flavors or preservatives is practically calorie-free from a dietary point of view in its liquid form. Below are the average nutritional values ​​per 100 ml of a finished black beverage (e.g. a traditional strong espresso) without added milk and sugar:

💡 Who is it ideal for and what kind of preparation?

The premium illy Intenso blend delivers absolutely excellent and consistent results in home lever coffee makers, traditional moka pots (bialet), but also when preparing a classic honest Czech "Turk" or in a French press. It is a fantastic choice for preparing a morning, uncompromisingly strong espresso or ristretto with the optimal portion of caffeine for an instant burst of new energy and a vigorous awakening of the mind. Given its massive profile, you can prepare a great, full and strong Lungo or Americano from it.

At the same time, it represents an absolutely perfect, robust base for all milk coffee specialties (cappuccino, latte macchiato, flat white) - thanks to its strong body and dark cocoa tones, it has enough strength to break through the natural sweetness of whipped milk with absolute ease. In combination with milk foam, it creates a breathtaking, velvety creamy drink with a very pronounced chocolate signature, which is not lost even in a large volume of milk.