📦 Basic information
Name: illy Grani Beans – medium-roast whole bean coffee, 250 g

Form: whole beans

Package weight: 250 g

Brand: illy (illycaffè S.p.A., Italy)

Type: 100 % Arabica – a blend of selected medium-roast Arabica beans designed for making coffee at home. illy is an Italian brand with a long tradition of roasting and a unique blend recipe, offering consistent flavour and aroma worldwide.

🧾 Ingredients

• 100 % roasted and unprocessed coffee beans – Arabica

• No added flavourings, sugar or other additives

• Packaged in a tin with a protective atmosphere to help preserve the freshness and aroma of the beans for as long as possible 

☕ Flavour and character

• Roast: medium – strikes a harmonious balance between flavour and body 

• Flavour: smooth, balanced and silky, with delicate notes of caramel, subtle floral tones, hints of chocolate and a sweet finish 

• Aroma: pleasant and complex, typical of high-quality Arabica with medium acidity and low bitterness 

• Character: the ideal beans for lovers of classic Italian espresso as well as other styles of home-brewed coffee (e.g. moka pot, French press, filter coffee) 

☕ Caffeine content

• Illy uses blends of Arabica beans, which naturally have a lower caffeine content than Robusta (typically less than ~1.5 %) 

• The exact amount of caffeine per serving varies depending on the preparation method and cup size.

🍽️ Preparation

• Espresso: grind the beans to a fine grind and use standard espresso parameters (e.g. 7–9 g per serving).

• Moka pot: a medium grind for traditional, intense Italian coffee.

• French press / filter: a coarser grind and longer extraction will bring out the delicate floral and fruity notes.

• Automatic coffee machine: set to a medium grind for a balanced cup.

📌 Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

• A tin with a tight-fitting lid helps to preserve the aroma and freshness.

📊 Summary

• Form: whole bean coffee

• Composition: 100 % Arabica

• Flavour: delicate, balanced with notes of caramel and flowers

• Roast: medium

• Aroma: rich and inviting

• Usage: suitable for espresso, moka pot, French press and filter

☕ Tip: If you’re looking for a more intense espresso with a deeper flavour and a fuller body, illy also offers dark-roasted varieties such as Intenso or special single-origin Arabica editions from specific regions.