illy Tostato Classico 100% Arabica ground coffee

illy Tostato Classico is a premium ground coffee produced by the renowned Italian coffee company illycaffè S.p.A. The product is manufactured in Trieste, Italy, where the company maintains its primary production plant and headquarters. This specific blend, the 'Classico', is part of a global lineup that includes various roast profiles like Intenso and Forte.

The brand has a rich history of innovation, including the 1933 invention of the pressurized packaging system that uses nitrogen to preserve the coffee's aromatic oils. This technology allows the coffee to remain fresh for up to two years and is responsible for the signature 'whoosh' sound heard when opening the silver and red tin. illy sources its 100% Arabica beans from nine distinct origins worldwide, including Brazil, Ethiopia, and India, before blending and roasting them in Italy to ensure a consistent 'illy blend' taste.

Ownership of the brand remains primarily with the Illy family, who founded the company in 1933. While the family retains majority control, the private equity firm Rhône Capital acquired a minority stake in 2021 to support international expansion, particularly in the United States and China. As of 2026, the company continues to be led by the third generation of the family, with Andrea Illy serving as Chairman.