Markus Volkmar

Welcome to LIGRE, where ingenuity and sensual engineering meet iconic design. Founded in 2019 by Dr. Lina Gronbach with the ambition to redefine the espresso experience we launched in 2024 a small and fantastic universe to celebrate and elevate the art of espresso making. As a young luxury brand, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, constantly pushing the boundaries to bring out the best in coffee preparation. Our products blend seamlessly into contemporary interior architecture while offering unparalleled quality and surprising ease of use. We cater to discerning coffee enthusiasts and design aficionados who share our values and demand perfect coffee results just as we do. Our flagship product, the aesthetically stunning LIGRE youn portafilter espresso machine offers intuitive operation and customizable features, perfect for both casual coffee lovers and experienced home baristas. Awarded the German Design Award and iF Design Award in Gold, it stands out for elegance, functionality, and energy efficiency. Europe’s leading special interest coffee magazine CREMA examined thoroughly the inner high-tech qualities and core features in its 2024 July edition, concluding: “There is currently no other machine on the market that even comes close to the LIGRE in terms of design and quality.” A corresponding grinder with innovative and patented grind-by-weight technology, a set of beautifully designed accessories and specially roasted coffee beans complete our LIGRE universe. All LIGRE portafilter machines and grinders are manufactured with meticulous care to detail in Austria by #GRONBACH Group, a hidden champion and renowned OEM-supplier of specialized high-quality household appliances for premium and luxury brands. Join us on our journey, become a LIGRISTA and transform your daily coffee ritual into a beautiful experience of joy, ease and tastefulness.