Our Story.
From the heart of Tuscany to your cup, experience the journey of authentic Italian passion and tradition in every sip.
Our Story
In a small, bustling village in Tuscany, surrounded by gentle hills and vineyards, the journey of italiaBARISTA began. It was 1987 when Alessandro Bianchi, a young, passionate coffee lover and scion of an old family of coffee roasters, decided to take his vision of authentic Italian coffee to the world. He wanted to continue Italy's rich coffee culture with a modern twist.
Foundation and First Steps
Alessandro opened his first roastery in an abandoned barn in the village. With a hand-operated roasting machine and a small amount of carefully selected beans from South America, he began roasting coffee that was meant to capture the essence of Italy. The quality of his coffee quickly became well-known, and the roastery soon became a popular meeting place for coffee lovers from the area.
Growth and Expansion
Fueled by word of mouth and Alessandro's tireless passion, italiaBARISTA quickly grew. In 1995, the company expanded internationally, bringing its coffee varieties to Europe, naming each variety after an Italian city to honor the connection to Italy's rich cultural landscape.
Today
Today, italiaBARISTA is more than just a coffee brand. It is a community of people who love the art of coffee. Our roasteries are located around the world, and we work closely with coffee farmers to promote sustainable practices and ensure the quality of our products.