Tasting notes & flavor profile
Intensity
Aromatic notes
Classico is the medium roast of illy's 100% Arabica blend , a combination of nine Arabica beans. illy rates it 5 out of 9 for intensity and describes it as having a smooth and velvety taste, delicate notes of caramel , orange blossom , and jasmine , and a soft finish. The Iperespresso capsule extracts this coffee in two phases: hyper-infusion followed by emulsification, resulting in a thick, velvety, and long-lasting crema.
Compatible machines & preparation method
Espresso
Insert a capsule into the illy Iperespresso machine and start the espresso. One capsule makes one cup.
- Capsule
- 1 per cup
- Machine
- illy Iperespresso
- Coffee
- Classico, intensity 5 out of 9
Cappuccino
Prepare the espresso, then add frothed milk using the steam nozzle of the X7.1 or a milk frother.
- Base
- 1 Classico espresso
- Milk
- Steam or milk frother
Coffee with a dash
For a longer cup, illy also offers a Lungo coffee, ground coarser to allow more water to pass through.
- Base
- 1 capsule per cup
- Use
- Larger cup
Machine compatibility
Box of 90 capsules · Plastic
Compatible machines:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which machines can these capsules be used on?
Only compatible with illy Iperespresso machines : illy specifies that its Iperespresso capsules only work with its Iperespresso machines. In its current range, these are the X7.1 , the Y3.3 , and the X1 Anniversary ECO Mode , in its Iperespresso version (the X1 Anniversary for ESE pods and ground coffee does not accept them).
They are not compatible with Nespresso, A Modo Mio or Dolce Gusto machines. See illy machines.
What does the Classico taste like?
illy rates the Classico 5 out of 9 for intensity. This is the medium roast of its 100% Arabica blend, described as follows: a soft and velvety taste, delicate notes of caramel, orange blossom and jasmine, a sweet finish.
illy also offers it in Lungo, ground coarser for a longer cup; without caffeine, the Decaf, also rated 5 out of 9, has notes of caramel, chocolate and toast.
How does an Iperespresso capsule work?
The capsule is a small extraction chamber. The coffee is first hyper-infused, which develops its body and aromas, then emulsified, which forms a thick, velvety and persistent crema: illy presents this two-phase process as patented.
One capsule gives one espresso: it is not reusable.
What does this pack of 90 capsules contain?
Five boxes of 18 Classico capsules, for a total of 90 espressos. illy indicates a net weight of 120.6 g per box. To discover this coffee, the box of 18 is also sold individually.
How should the capsules be stored?
illy recommends storing them in a dry, clean, and well-ventilated, away from sunlight and heat. The capsules are packaged in a protective atmosphere; once the box is opened, illy advises consuming them preferably within 15 days.
How to recycle the capsules?
Iperespresso capsules are made of plastic. Please direct them to plastic recycling, or to a dedicated collection point where one exists: follow your local recycling guidelines. Coffee grounds can be composted.
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