--- product_id: 88894583 title: "Dark Roast Coffee Pods for E.S.E Espresso Machines 4.6 oz 18 cialde" brand: "illy" price: "£8.99" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Illy" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/88894583-dark-roast-coffee-pods-for-e-s-e-espresso-machines store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 18 premium E.S.E. pods 100% sustainably sourced Arabica patented pressurized freshness Dark Roast Coffee Pods for E.S.E Espresso Machines 4.6 oz 18 cialde **Brand:** illy **Price:** £8.99 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ☕ Elevate your espresso game with every pod – because ordinary coffee just won’t do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Dark Roast Coffee Pods for E.S.E Espresso Machines 4.6 oz 18 cialde by illy - **How much does it cost?** £8.99 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/88894583-dark-roast-coffee-pods-for-e-s-e-espresso-machines) ## Best For - illy enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted illy brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Freshness Locked In:** Patented pressurized cans preserve and amplify the rich, balanced aroma every time. - • **Vegan & Ready to Brew:** 100% vegan pods compatible with all E.S.E. espresso machines for guilt-free indulgence. - • **Bold Dark Roast Flavor:** Experience a rich, moderately sweet espresso with subtle cocoa and dried fruit notes. - • **Barista-Quality Convenience:** Enjoy 18 perfectly portioned pods for effortless espresso moments at home or office. - • **Sustainably Sourced Excellence:** Crafted from the top 1% of Arabica beans, ethically grown across 30+ countries. ## Overview Illy Dark Roast Coffee Pods deliver 18 single-serve E.S.E. pods made from the finest 100% Arabica beans, sustainably sourced from over 30 countries. Patented pressurized packaging ensures peak freshness and a rich, balanced espresso with cocoa and dried fruit undertones. Compatible with all E.S.E. machines, these vegan pods offer a convenient, premium coffee experience rooted in decades of Italian expertise. ## Description Product Description The dream to offer the best coffee to the world, since 1933. Over the years, illy has perfected this process to obtain a coffee with a rich aromatic profile, balanced flavor and a one-of-a-kind aroma. To make our coffee, we select only the finest Arabica coffee plants, grown sustainably by our farmers in over 30 countries around the world. We cultivate long-lasting relationships with them based on shared values and personal growth. Because it is only by working together that we can achieve exceptional results. We select only the 1% of the finest Arabica coffee beans, thanks to many years of collaboration with growers who place maximum importance on quality and sustainability. Researching and experimenting with raw materials is a journey that never ends. After processing, the beans undergo a meticulous selection to ensure zero defects: even a single imperfect Arabica coffee bean can compromise the aroma of our blend. We preserve and enhance the aromas through our patented pressurized cans. Patented in 1934 by illy, pressurization is a preservation system in which the air in the tin is replaced by an inert gas at a pressure greater than that of the atmosphere. In this way, not only is the freshness of our coffee maintained, but its aroma is also enhanced. To obtain the best sustainable quality, illy sources the finest Arabica around the world, establishes a lasting relationship with the growers and nurtures a virtuous circle, generating well-being for consumers and socio-economic development for producers. Ingredients 100% Arabica Coffee P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Directions Place an illy Serving in your espresso machine Safety Warning Contains caffeine. Not recommended for pregnant women or individuals sensitive to caffeine. See more Review: Great coffee - Excellent pods great taste Review: Good easy way to a cup of espresso - Nice coffee. Not the best but a useful back up when I can’t be bothered to grind beans by hand. ESE pods make the task of making a quick espresso very easy ## Features - Illy Espresso roasting S, 18 Servings, 131g ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0779VGP14 | | ASIN | B0779VGP14 | | Best Sellers Rank | 8,472 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) 206 in Single-Serve Coffee Capsules & Pods | | Brand Name | illy | | Branded Coffee Machine Insert Type | ese_insert_type | | Caffeine Content Description | Caffeinated | | Caffeine Content Per Serving | 4.7 Milligrams | | Coffee Blend Name | illy Espresso Roasting S | | Coffee Roast Level | Dark Roast | | Coffee Type | Coffee Machine Insert | | Container Type | Pod | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,635) | | Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,635) | | Diet Type | Vegan | | Flavor | Espresso | | Global Trade Identification Number | 08003753130439, 08003753153360 | | Included Components | 1 Pack of Illy E.S.E. Pods Coffee, Dark Roast | | Is discontinued by manufacturer | No | | Item Dimensions | 7.6 x 22.9 x 15.2 centimetres | | Item Form | Capsule | | Item Package Weight | 0.2 Kilograms | | Item Type Name | E.S.E. Pods Coffee, Dark Roast, 18 Pods | | Item Weight | 0.2 Kilograms | | Item model number | 8003753130439 | | Model Number | 8003753130439 | | Number of Items | 18 | | Number of Pieces | 18 | | Part Number | FBA_502322-EC170 | | Product Dimensions | 7.6 x 22.9 x 15.2 cm; 200 g | | Size | 1 count (Pack of 18) | | Special Ingredients | Cocoa, Dried Fruit | | Speciality | Vegetarian | | Sweetness Description | Moderately Sweet | | UPC | 735343280429 411378017987 | | Unit Count | 18 count | | Variety | Arabica | ## Product Details - **Brand:** illy - **Caffeine Content Description:** Caffeinated - **Flavour:** Espresso - **Item form:** Capsule - **Number of items:** 18 - **Package information:** Pod - **Roast level:** Dark Roast - **Special ingredients:** Cocoa, Dried Fruit - **Speciality:** Vegetarian - **Unit count:** 18 count ## Images ![Dark Roast Coffee Pods for E.S.E Espresso Machines 4.6 oz 18 cialde - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61yHtYPqy0L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Whats an ese size pod ...what does it stand for** A: Hi. Similar to the other comment below. It is designed to sit in a regular espresso machine (you can just about see on the box image). The idea being that it is already compacted to produce the best crema possible and it is easy to clean without all the coffee grinds. Hope this helps. **Q: How much water should you use with one of these pods for a medium strength coffee ?** A: These are pods are purely for ESE (Easy Serving Espresso) espresso machines. They produce 1 shot of espresso. They are not designed to be used like a tea bag. There does exist coffee bags for this purpose though. **Q: How much does each pod weigh?** A: Each pod has a net weight of 6.95 gm **Q: Does this produce a single or double espresso?** A: It depends on a few things.....My wife and I use an espresso machine, and one pod gives us a nice satisfying two tea cup size drinks which we top up with warm milk...Sometimes The Male in the house wants a more robust spread and uses one pod for a normal tea cup size and tops up with milk as preferred. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great coffee *by P***E on 7 May 2026* Excellent pods great taste ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good easy way to a cup of espresso *by M***Y on 23 March 2026* Nice coffee. Not the best but a useful back up when I can’t be bothered to grind beans by hand. ESE pods make the task of making a quick espresso very easy ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality, simple to use *by I***R on 21 March 2026* Love this brand of coffee and pods are simple to use. 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