Who We Are:
"illycaffè is an Italian company, founded in Trieste in 1933 with the mission to offer the best coffee to the world. illycaffè produces a unique 100% Arabica blend, selecting and combining 9 of the best varieties in the world, served in over 140 countries around the globe, in cafés, restaurants and hotels, in single-brand cafés, shops and at home.
Through its innovations, the company contributes to the technological progress within the coffee sector at global level. Besides, illy is committed to share its know-how related to agronomic practices and coffee culture, supporting growers with specific training programs and paying them a premium price for the best quality coffee selected by illycaffè as well as partnerships based on the principles of sustainable development. The Company also founded the University of Coffee, whose mission is sharing culture at all levels and developing positive social change, offering a comprehensive and practical training to growers, baristas and coffee lovers as well as providing insights on every aspect of the product. Everything that is “made in illy” is about beauty and art, the founding principles of the brand, starting from its logo, designed by artist James Rosenquist, up to illy Art Collection cups, decorated by over 100 international artists."