Martella

Roasting tradition from the Castelli Romani

Azeglio Martella was born in Marino in 1895. In the early 1940s, Azeglio Martella opened a drugstore with groceries in the Castelli Romani. The Castelli Romani comprise 16 municipalities in the Italian region of Lazio. The current recreational area is located around 20 kilometers outside of Rome. This area is characterized by attractive landscapes and gastronomic specialties. The Martella family and its companies secured the livelihood of many families during the years of reconstruction after the war. In 1958, in recognition of its social and community commitment, the President of the Italian Republic awarded Caffè Martella the highly respected title of "Cavaliere della Stella al merito del lavoro". Caffè Martella is now run by the third generation. Azeglio Martella passed on his knowledge and passion to his sons David and Christian.

Philosophy and values ​​of an Italian family business

Honesty, passion, the highest quality, reliability in production, the preservation of craftsmanship and perseverance in meeting high quality standards are the main focus at Caffè Martella. Due to the excellent quality of the coffee, Caffè Martella is now one of the largest roasters in its industry. The first-class "Made in Italy" products are exported worldwide. They serve the goal of increasing awareness and understanding of genuine Italian quality products.

Highest product quality

The company places great value not only on the consistently high quality of its products, but also on the company's proximity to its customers and its reliability towards them. The motto has always remained the same: producing one of the best Italian espressos with passion and in keeping with family traditions using traditional methods. The full-bodied MARTELLA MAXIMUM CLASS Blend is one of the flagship products of the family roastery, along with the MARTELLA BIO CAFFÈ.

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Who is the Martella Coffee Roastery?

Caffè Martella is a traditional Italian family-owned coffee roastery founded in the early 1940s in Marino, in the Castelli Romani south of Rome. Founder Azeglio Martella laid the foundation for a roasting philosophy that is still carried on today by his grandsons David and Cristian Martella in the third generation. Martella stands for artisanal roasting craftsmanship, strong family values, and uncompromising quality – deeply rooted in Roman coffee culture and internationally recognized.

What Does Martella Coffee Taste Like?

Martella coffee is characterized by a full body, intense aromas, and a well-balanced structure. Typical characteristics include:

• Bold, rounded flavor profiles
• Notes of chocolate, nuts, and caramel
• A dense, stable crema
• Low dominant acidity, with remarkable depth and a long finish

The taste is clearly designed for enjoyment: harmonious, elegant, and full of character without being aggressive or burnt.

Is Martella Coffee Typically Italian Roasted?

Yes, Martella consistently follows the classic Italian roasting tradition. The beans are slowly roasted at low temperatures in specially developed drum roasters. The focus is not on short, industrial roasting processes, but on:

• Time, experience, and sensory precision
• The perfect balance between Arabica finesse and Robusta body
• Intensity without bitterness

The result is a traditionally Italian espresso, just like the ones served in the finest bars in Rome.

Which Brewing Methods Is Martella Coffee Suitable For?

Martella coffee is versatile and particularly strong in classic preparation methods:

• Portafilter machine: full aroma and perfect crema
• Fully automatic machine: stable flavor and consistently excellent results
• Bialetti / Moka pot: intense, rounded, and authentically Italian
• Espresso & milk-based drinks: remains aromatic and present even with milk

Thanks to its well-balanced blends, Martella is suitable both for pure espresso and for cappuccino and caffè latte.

Who Is Martella Coffee the Right Choice For?

Martella is ideal for:

• Lovers of authentic Italian espresso
• People who value craftsmanship, tradition, and family-owned businesses
• Coffee drinkers who prefer bold, balanced roasts
• Anyone who appreciates sustainability, transparency, and quality

In short: Martella is coffee for connoisseurs who don’t just want to drink Italy – but experience it.