illycaffè presents the new Instant Stick soluble format: the quality of the iconic 100% Arabica blend, now even more practical and easy to use

Trieste, 23 February 2026 – illycaffè, the global coffee company known for its sustainable quality, presents its first single‑serve soluble coffee stick format: the ideal solution for those who want to enjoy the renowned illy 100% Arabica blend in just a few seconds, wherever they are.

Available in a box of 20 sticks in the Classico, Intenso and Decaffeinato varieties, the new format is lightweight and easy to carry, perfectly fitting a dynamic and modern lifestyle and becoming the ideal companion at the office, while traveling or at home, for a quality break always within reach. The 2‑gram single‑serve pack ensures freshness and ease of use: simply pour the contents into a cup and add 180–200 ml of water to obtain an aromatic American‑style coffee, hot or cold, with a perfectly balanced taste in just a few seconds.

The secret behind the superior quality of illy Instant lies in a meticulous production process that uses only coffee and water, without any additives. The product is made through an accurate water extraction followed by a low‑temperature concentration and drying phase, essential techniques for preserving the purity and integrity of the original aromatic profile. To further enhance the aroma and body of the coffee once in the cup, real illy ground coffee is added at the end of the process.

The 20‑piece illy Instant Stick pack is available on illy.com.

 


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illycaffè

An Italian family-owned company founded in Trieste in 1933, illycaffè has always pursued the mission of offering the best coffee in the world. It produces a unique 100% Arabica blend made from 9 different ingredients. Every day, more than 10 million cups of illy coffee are enjoyed in cafés, restaurants, hotels, single-brand cafés, homes and offices in over 140 countries, where the company is present through subsidiaries and distributors. Since its foundation, illycaffè has oriented its strategies towards a sustainable business model, a commitment it strengthened in 2019 by adopting the status of Benefit Corporation and in 2021 by becoming the first Italian coffee company to obtain international B Corp certification. Everything “made in illy” is enriched by beauty and art, starting with the logo designed by James Rosenquist, the illy Art Collection, the cups decorated by more than 135 international artists, and the coffee machines designed by internationally renowned designers. With the aim of spreading a culture of quality among growers, baristas and coffee lovers, the company developed its Università del Caffè, which today offers courses in 24 countries around the world. In 2025, illycaffè generated consolidated revenues of €700 million. 

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