We safeguard and promote the culture of Italian Espresso worldwide A good espresso is not the result of a simple mechanical process, but a product that thrives on the passion and expertise of those who prepare it. Our members Certified bars
About us

About us

We are an organization that brings together roasters, espresso machines and coffee grinders producers, as well as other companies in the supply chain, with a common goal: to safeguard and promote the culture and the quality of Italian Espresso and Italian Cappuccino.

We are an authoritative point of reference for Italian Espresso lovers around the world, guaranteeing certified standards to professionals and certified in-cup quality to consumers.

Companies and brands

Our certification ensures the market a consistent and verifiable quality of blends, espresso machines, coffee grinders, and other accessories to highlight the barista’s expertise and guarantee a quality cup to consumers at the bar.

Espresso Italiano Champion

Espresso Italiano

Champion

Espresso Italiano Champion is the only barista competition completely focused on Italian Espresso and Italian Cappuccino. The championship has very specific and strict rules: competitors must calibrate their equipment and prepare four perfect espressos and four perfect cappuccinos in just 11 minutes. All under the eyes of marketing, technical, and sensory judges who will evaluate their performance.

Calibrate your equipment

Prepare four perfect espressos and four cappuccinos in just 11 minutes

All under the eyes of the technical, marketing and sensory judges

News

La marchigiana Simona Cerquetella è la quarta professionista ad accedere alle finalissime dell’Espresso Italiano Champion

Il concorso è promosso dall’Istituto Espresso Italiano (IEI) e vedrà ancora altre quattro tappe in tutta Italia prima delle finali

Ronny Sacco è il miglior barista alla terza tappa delle selezioni per le finalissime dell’Espresso Italiano Champion

Il concorso è promosso dall’Istituto Espresso Italiano (IEI) e vedrà ancora altre quattro tappe in tutta Italia prima delle finali

Il torinese Alessio Sipala parteciperà alle finalissime dell’Espresso Italiano Champion

Il concorso è promosso dall’Istituto Espresso Italiano (IEI) e vedrà ancora altre quattro tappe in tutta Italia prima delle finali