Espro

Acquired

Overview

ESPRO is a coffee brewing equipment manufacturer specializing in French presses and related accessories designed to eliminate common brewing problems. The company positions itself as a provider of professional-grade coffee tools for both home enthusiasts and professionals, emphasizing engineering-driven solutions and product quality. ESPRO products are known for innovations like grit-free filtration systems that address practical pain points in manual coffee brewing.

History

ESPRO was founded in 2009 by two engineers with a passion for solving coffee-related problems. The company built a reputation for premium coffee and tea presses and accessories in the specialty coffee market. In September 2020, ESPRO was acquired by Regal Ware, and subsequently became a division of DKK Brands, which now oversees the brand's operations and product development.

Product Lines

Product LinePositioningPrice Range
French PressesGrit-free premium brewing$80 - $200
Coffee Filters & AccessoriesPrecision filtration components$15 - $50
Tea PressesMulti-purpose brewing vessels$60 - $150
Travel Coffee SystemsPortable brewing solutions$40 - $120

Manufacturing

Manufacturing details are not publicly disclosed in available sources. The company operates as a division of DKK Brands and produces coffee brewing equipment, though specific production locations and whether manufacturing is in-house or outsourced remain undocumented.

Notable Products

  • P7 French Press - Signature grit-free French press with micro-filter technology
  • P8 French Press - Premium stainless steel French press for larger brewing volumes
  • Calibrated Scoop - Precision measuring tool for consistent coffee dosing
  • Replacement Micro-Filters - Proprietary filtration components for grit elimination

Reputation

ESPRO is respected in specialty coffee communities for engineering-focused design and practical problem-solving in brewing equipment. The brand is recognized for its grit-free French press innovation, which addresses a common frustration among coffee enthusiasts. As a division of a larger parent company, ESPRO maintains its premium positioning but has less independent brand visibility than during its earlier years as a standalone Vancouver-based manufacturer.

Sources (5)
  1. https://rocketreach.co/espro-inc-profile_b5d2ee0ef42e45a1
  2. https://www.cbinsights.com/company/espro
  3. https://www.zoominfo.com/c/espro-inc/1140528005
  4. https://espro.com/pages/our-story
  5. https://espro.com