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IperEspresso
Type Single-serve capsule system for preparing espresso drinks
Inventor Illy
ManufacturerIlly
Website http://www.illy.com/wps/wcm/connect/en/coffee-at-home/coffee-machines-iperespresso, https://www.illy.com/en-us/shop/coffee-machines/iperespresso-capsules-coffee-machines/  Edit this on Wikidata

iperEspresso is a single-serve capsule system for preparing espresso coffee and espresso-based drinks, developed and patented [1] by Illy.

Capsules

iperEspresso capsules contain a complete extraction group that replaces the traditional percolation process with a two-stage extraction. In the first stage, iper-infusion, hot water under pressure creates conditions that bring out coffee flavor and aroma. In the second stage, emulsification, the iper-infusion is forced through the valve at the bottom of the capsule, by mixing the aromatic oils with air to produce cream. [2]

iperEspresso capsules are manufactured only by Illy. The cost per serving is 10% higher than Illy E.S.E pods, and twice higher than Illy ground or whole bean non-encapsulated coffee. Each capsule contains approximately 7 grams of coffee.

Illy offers three roast variations: normal, dark roast, and decaffeinated. It also offers Lungo, medium roast capsules that produce a longer (higher proportion of water) espresso, and the Monoarabica line, single-origin Arabica beans from six countries: Brazil, Guatemala, Ethiopia, Colombia, Costa Rica, and India. Seasonally, the company offers Idillyum, a low-caffeine Arabica grown in El Salvador.

Machines

iperEspresso capsules require special espresso machines, which are manufactured by Francis Francis (a subsidiary of Illy), Gaggia ( Saeco), and Cuisinart ( Conair).

In addition to home espresso machines, Illy offers professional Francis Francis X7.1 iperEspresso machines for hotels and restaurants.

References

  1. ^ "Integrated cartridge for extracting a beverage from a particulate substance". European Patent Office. Retrieved 2014-07-09.
  2. ^ Kramer, Scott. "Illy Nails The Home Barista Process". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-04-17.

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