Barista-quality coffee with every brew
Barista-quality coffee with every brew
What is a manual espresso machine?
The manual coffee machine, as the name suggests, is a machine where the process of making coffee is controlled by the user. The portafilter is filled with ground coffee, tamped firmly, clamped into the group head, and brewed with pressure around 9 bar. The espresso brewing method allows the full aroma of the coffee beans to be extracted and golden crema to develop on the espresso. If you want a barista experience these machines are for you.
Is a manual coffee maker better than a fully automatic coffee maker?
Is a manual coffee maker better than a fully automatic coffee maker?
Both machines can produce delicious coffee, but the difference lies in the user's personal preference for preparation. With a manual machine, the preparation is done by the user, replicating the professional barista experience. With fully automatic machines, the final drink is brewed automatically at the touch of a button.
What should you look for when buying a manual coffee maker?
De'Longhi range includes models with various features and price points. Discover the full range and choose the one that best suits your preferences. Things to consider include materials and design, brewing pressure, and the milk frothing system.
Finish & Design
The design of our Manual coffee machines is inspired by the commercial coffee machines you can find in your favourite coffee shop. They are finished in either plastic or metal. Some are painted to suit the interior design of your kitchen. If space is limited, the range also includes more compact appliances.
Type of coffee
With De'Longhi manual coffee machines you can select models that just deliver rich and creamy espresso, or discover more advanced models, such as the La Specialista range, that offer a wider variety of coffee and milk-based drinks, thanks to Cold Extraction Technology and the De'Longhi automatic milk preparation system you can now enjoy your favorite drinks over ice.
Pressure
Pressure is one of the key elements that determines a good quality espresso extraction. Other elements working in unison will produce a perfect result: grind size, tamping pressure, water temperature, and the dose of ground coffee. Our machines are expertly crafted to apply the optimal pressure with every brew.
Milk texturing system
Manual coffee machines are equipped with a steam wand to texture the milk. Premium manual coffee machines feature a powerful steam wand, perfect for creating silky microfoam, used to create latte art. Some models feature the LatteCrema system: an automatic texturing system that combines steam, air, and milk in an ideal ratio, to create a perfect microfoam that is delivered directly from the carafe to the cup.
Finish & Design
The design of our Manual coffee machines is inspired by the commercial coffee machines you can find in your favourite coffee shop. They are finished in either plastic or metal. Some are painted to suit the interior design of your kitchen. If space is limited, the range also includes more compact appliances.
Type of coffee
With De'Longhi manual coffee machines you can select models that just deliver rich and creamy espresso, or discover more advanced models, such as the La Specialista range, that offer a wider variety of coffee and milk-based drinks, thanks to Cold Extraction Technology and the De'Longhi automatic milk preparation system you can now enjoy your favorite drinks over ice.
Pressure
Pressure is one of the key elements that determines a good quality espresso extraction. Other elements working in unison will produce a perfect result: grind size, tamping pressure, water temperature, and the dose of ground coffee. Our machines are expertly crafted to apply the optimal pressure with every brew.
Milk texturing system
Manual coffee machines are equipped with a steam wand to texture the milk. Premium manual coffee machines feature a powerful steam wand, perfect for creating silky microfoam, used to create latte art. Some models feature the LatteCrema system: an automatic texturing system that combines steam, air, and milk in an ideal ratio, to create a perfect microfoam that is delivered directly from the carafe to the cup.
Be your own barista
Intuitive colour display
With a colourful 3.5" TFT display and soft touch control, exploring and selecting the perfect coffee experience has never been so easy and so intuitive.
Explore endless varieties
Choose hot, cold or to-go cluster to see the full 1-touch varieties on the drinks menu.
Mug-to-go accessory
The new To Go function makes it easy to prepare your favourite "to go" drink (up to 16oz). The De'Longhi Mug to Go accessory is included with Eletta Explore Titanium ECAM450.86.T and also available to buy in our De'Longhi Genuine accessory catalogue.
Cold Brew
Cold Extraction Technology allows you to enjoy the sweeter and more fruited aromas of Cold Brew extraction and take your coffee experience further still with milk-based drinks, all at the touch of a button. You can even create unique cocktails wih Cold Brew to Mix.
Discover manual coffee machines
Take care of your coffee moments and craft your taste experience just like a barista.
Designed for the perfect coffee experience
Discover what makes De’Longhi machines so special, delivering optimal extraction and amazing taste with every cup.
GRINDING
Unlocking all the aromaticflavours of your beans
From the traditional standard grinder of La Specialista Arte to the Sensor Grinding Technology of La Specialista Maestro and Opera, our bean-to-cup manual coffee makers deliver a superior ground coffee every time.
TAMPING
The precision of a baristawithout the hassle
La Specialista Maestro and La Specialista Opera feature the Smart Tamping Station for even tamp pressure and consistent results over time. Or, if you want to showcase your tamping skills, La Specialista Arte and La Specialista Arte Evo are equipped with the Dosing and Tamping guide for a mess-free barista experience.
BREWING
The finest coffee taste withevery brew
From the temperature consistency of the Active Temperature Control to the gentle process of the Cold Extraction Technology that protects your coffee’s floral flavours, our bean-to-cup manual coffee makers offer a balanced brewing experience that satisfies all coffee tastes.
FROTHING
The perfect Cappuccino athome
Experience the art of manually crafting barista-quality microfoam with the integrated My LatteArt steam wand. La Specialista Maestro also features LatteCrema Hot Technology, allowing you to create a creamy, long lasting foam at the touch of a button.
Cold Extraction
Enjoy your coffee, your way
Our bean-to-cup coffee makers are your gateway to a tailor-made barista experience. From the comforting warmth of milk-based drinks to the invigorating freshness of cold brews, you can enjoy all your favourite recipes while easily exploring new ones.
GRINDING
Unlocking all the aromaticflavours of your beans
From the traditional standard grinder of La Specialista Arte to the Sensor Grinding Technology of La Specialista Maestro and Opera, our bean-to-cup manual coffee makers deliver a superior ground coffee every time.
TAMPING
The precision of a baristawithout the hassle
La Specialista Maestro and La Specialista Opera feature the Smart Tamping Station for even tamp pressure and consistent results over time. Or, if you want to showcase your tamping skills, La Specialista Arte and La Specialista Arte Evo are equipped with the Dosing and Tamping guide for a mess-free barista experience.
BREWING
The finest coffee taste withevery brew
From the temperature consistency of the Active Temperature Control to the gentle process of the Cold Extraction Technology that protects your coffee’s floral flavours, our bean-to-cup manual coffee makers offer a balanced brewing experience that satisfies all coffee tastes.
FROTHING
The perfect Cappuccino athome
Experience the art of manually crafting barista-quality microfoam with the integrated My LatteArt steam wand. La Specialista Maestro also features LatteCrema Hot Technology, allowing you to create a creamy, long lasting foam at the touch of a button.
Cold Extraction
Enjoy your coffee, your way
Our bean-to-cup coffee makers are your gateway to a tailor-made barista experience. From the comforting warmth of milk-based drinks to the invigorating freshness of cold brews, you can enjoy all your favourite recipes while easily exploring new ones.
