Has anyone used this in a mug of boiling water? I would like good coffee while camping.

We appreciate your question. Our ESE Pods are designed to be inserted into an E.S.E.-compatible espresso machine to provide a rich, robust 1-ounce espresso shot in less than 30 seconds. If inserted into a mug of boiling water, you will not get the same results. Please call illy Customer Care at 877 455-9347 for more information.

I have a DeLonghi machine and it works with these pods, but the machine takes twice as long with the pods and working harder

I don’t k ow what the question is but I had a DeLonghi machine as well when I used these. The best thing I did was get rid of that machine and buy a super automatic espresso machine. It was almost $1000 but worth every penny.

What is expiration date? You can get that info on Ebay, not on Amazon and no return?? Pics please.

I have purchased these pods for about two years, and it has 100% been my experience that I only purchase the Illy ESE pods that are sold and shipped by Amazon, and that when the price is at or close to full price, the dates reflect a fresher product. I have also purchased these pods sold/shipped by Amazon with a sale price, and those pods were closer to the expiration date. It should also be noted that as the Illy ESE pods are foil sealed, even if you were receiving boxes close to date, they are still amazingly fresh. Note that there are two dates on the box, a production date, and a freshness date.

What Lilly machine uses these?

Espresso machines not necessarily illy I use them in my DeLonghi

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☕ Elevate your espresso game—sip the legend, skip the wait!

PRECISION PERFECTED - Each pod is expertly tamped and sealed in filter paper to lock in freshness and preserve the signature illy aroma and body.
ECO CONSCIOUS ENJOYMENT - Join a movement toward sustainability with illy’s commitment to environmental care and community impact.
GLOBALLY CELEBRATED BLEND - Crafted over 80 years, this 100% Arabica coffee blend embodies the pinnacle of Italian espresso excellence.
SEAMLESS BREWING CLEANUP - Top-lever pod insertion and automatic ejection into a removable drawer means zero mess and maximum convenience.
EFFORTLESS ITALIAN ESPRESSO - Single-serve E.S.E. pods deliver authentic illy Classico medium roast with rich chocolate & caramel notes in just 30 seconds.

illyE.S.E. Coffee Classico Medium Roast pods offer 18 single-serve, perfectly dosed espresso pods designed for all E.S.E. machines. Each pod preserves the signature illy blend’s rich chocolate and caramel notes, delivering a fresh, aromatic espresso in just 30 seconds. Crafted from 100% Arabica beans with a focus on sustainability, these pods combine convenience, premium taste, and eco-conscious values for the discerning coffee lover.

Reviews

P**T

Freshly manufactured and absolutely flavorful full bodied coffee

I purchased them in mid-April 2024, and upon checking, they were manufactured on February 23, 2024. Despite being a couple of months old, I find them to be in excellent condition. With an expiration date of February 2026, they appear to have a decent shelf life ahead.Having been a dedicated consumer of illy coffee for about two decades, I was eager to try out their E.S.E. pods. While I have long used illy's iperespresso capsules, I've become increasingly mindful of the environmental impact of plastic pods. Therefore, I was pleased to discover that the E.S.E. pods offer a more eco-friendly alternative. I purchased the new espresso machine from illy that can brew ground coffee and these E.S.E. pods. As someone who values both convenience and quality, I must say, they have exceeded my expectations.The Intenso Dark Roast, in particular, provides a strong and full-bodied flavor that I thoroughly enjoy, making it an ideal choice for my morning coffee fix. I highly recommend illy's E.S.E. pods to fellow coffee enthusiasts looking for a convenient and environmentally conscious brewing option.

17.04.2024

R**.

Wonderful flavor

Why did you pick this product vs others?:It works best with my machine. Wonderful flavor!

10.07.2025

I**L

Easy and fast espresso without cleaning.

It does fit properly to a espresso portafilter. Coffee taste is very good because it is an Illy product. However there's not too much crema. All in all highly recommended as it is easy to discard the pouch. No mess which is a big plus!

1.02.2025

J**Y

Great intro into espresso

These pods were my first into to espresso and they worked well. I've since moved on but if you want a quick shot or are just beginning, I recommend these.

3.07.2025

P**N

Tastes great and convenient!

Tastes great and a lot less messy than regular espresso with my home espresso machine!

22.06.2025

D**S

Weakness

Coffee is very weak. Tried soaking it in water for a while first but still very weak. See through espresso. Fits my machine perfectly but will not buy again.

26.07.2025

K**D

A very good espresso ESE pod

Not an espresso expert, but I really like the taste. Not too strong, and easy to use.

5.09.2025

B**Y

Delicious! My MUST HAVE every day :)

Love this Espresso! It is so easy to make, tastes fresh, and easy clean up! Highly recommend for a newbie at making espresso who wants to take the guess work out of making a latte! :)

13.02.2025

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