De’Longhi Nespresso Lattissima (Satin Chrome)

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:06:59 +0000

Nespresso Pod System coffee machine with automatic capsule ejection
Instant froth dispenser and removable milk Jug
19 Bar Pressure
1.2 Litre Water Reservoir
Energy saving function and adjustable drip tray
£40 credit with the Nespresso Club

This is the most expensive machine I have reviewed so far. I thought twice about including it as I like to think most of the machines on this site are affordable for most of us.

However, there is something about Nespresso. Have a look at thier site and you will see what I mean. They seem to have created a sense of exclusivity in owning a Nespresso – the Nespresso Club says it all.

So I thought I would indulge and let you see what you can buy towrds the top end of the Nespresso range.

The Pros

Great coffee each time.
The memory feature is excellent – set the machine to make YOUR coffee the way you like it!
Neat and compact with a sort of understated high tech feel about it. The indicator lights for example come in sequence and glow blue (does impact on the coffee but does look pretty cool in the kitchen)
In built, automatic milk heater/frother
Has a clean function, and the milk container and associated parts go in the dishwasher – no need for it ever to get mucky!

The Cons

It can be tricky to refill the milk tank without removing the whole assembly
Although it hs a clean function it can be difficult to get all the milk out of either the nozzle on the machine or the frothing unit – best to wash it fairly regularly (best if you flush it through after each use)
Froth adjustment – only one setting makes sense, the middle one. Otherwise you get a) warm diluted milk or b) a load of milky steam.

Top, Top Top Tip

I’ve never done this before – so here goes:

DON’T BUY THIS MACHINE!!

Why? Unless you have a satin chrome themed kitchen you can have the same machine in cream or black for £70 – £100 less.

Verdict 4.5/5

If you’re really passionate about espressos, lattes, cappucinos and lungos then this is a great machine but please bew aware that you can get the same machine cheaper if you go for a different colour! Follow the links below for your machine of choice:

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De’Longhi Nespresso Lattissima (Satin Chrome)