The soul of
Italian
espresso
Where every cup has a purpose. Every bean is selected, every roast is observed — never simply timed.
Not just a name.
A passion.
We are in no rush. We take no shortcuts. We make coffee the way it should be made.— Est. in Ferrara, 1958
Ferrara Caffè is, above all, about coffee — selected, roasted and served with precision since 1958.
We didn't set out to build a brand. It all began in 1958 as agrifood wholesalers. Coffee was, by far, the product people loved most. So the idea was born: not simply to sell coffee, but to recreate the true taste of home.
- 1958 Founded in Ferrara
- 68+ Years of craft
- 100% Air-cooled roasts
- 3 Signature lines
It starts on a branch
Every Ferrara espresso begins as a coffee cherry, ripening slowly under the sun at high altitude.
Picked at its peak
Only the deep-red cherries are picked by hand — one by one, at the exact moment of ripeness.
Two beans, one soul
Inside every cherry hide two green seeds. We select them by hand, lot after lot.
Observed, never timed
Slow Italian roasting draws out body, sweetness and balance — then air cooling locks in the aroma.
Ground fresh, into the cup
Ground fresh for every cup and brewed slowly — a dense, velvety crema and the aroma of Italy. Benvenuto.
Three coffees.
No compromises.
We don't offer many options — we offer the right ones. Every pack carries its roast date and tasting notes.
Explore all selections
How many
beans in
every bag?
Pick your pack — we’ll tell you how many hand-selected beans are waiting inside.
- 250 g~1,700–2,000
- 500 g~3,400–4,000
- 1 kg~6,800–8,000
That’s around 50 beans in every espresso.
* Estimated values — the bean count varies with bean size and roast.
A world of possibilities
Because coffee
is a serious matter.
Stories from the plantations, roasting secrets and recipes — written by the people who make your coffee.
How to Choose a Coffee Supplier for Your Café, Restaurant or Hotel
Consistency, freshness, training and support matter as much as price. A practical checklist for cafés, restaurants, hotels and offices choosing an espresso partner.
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How Italians Drink Coffee: A Guide to the Espresso Bar
"Un caffè" means espresso, the bar is for standing and cappuccino belongs to the morning. A short guide to ordering coffee the Italian way.
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How to Read a Coffee Bag: Roast Date, Tasting Notes and Freshness
Roast date or best-before? What tasting notes really mean, what the little valve is for and when your beans taste their best.
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Arabica vs Robusta: What Is the Difference in Your Cup?
Two species grow almost all the world's coffee. One brings aroma and sweetness, the other body, crema and caffeine. Here is what each does…
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The instinct for performance
Fuel for those who dominate their day and master their night.
Raw energy
Full-bodied espressos and pure shots for productivity and speed — at the office, on the road, between meetings.
- Full-bodied espresso blends
- A bold crema that wakes you up
- At the office, on the road, to go
Slow sophistication
Concentrated cold brews and coffee liqueurs for mixology, lounges and the signature Ferrara Espresso Martini.
- Slow-steeped concentrated cold brew
- Made for the Ferrara Espresso Martini
- In cocktail bars & luxury hotels
Partner
with us
Cafés, restaurants, hotels and distributors: bring authentic Italian espresso to your guests. Tell us about your business and our team will prepare a tailored proposal.
- Signature blends for every venue and volume
- Barista training & espresso equipment support
- Point-of-sale materials and a dedicated account manager
Become a partner
Grazie! Request received.
Our business development team will contact you within two business days.
