De'Longhi Autentica Cappuccino ETAM 29.660.SB stainless steel

The ETAM line of models from the Italian company De'Longhi are ultra-compact in the world of coffee machines. Due to the minimal width of the De'Longhi ETAM 29.660 cabinet (only 19 cm), the coffee maker can be easily positioned on the very edge of the kitchen worktop. The main thing is that it fits in depth, the value of which is 48 cm.

Modest dimensions

The reduced dimensions of the coffee machine had an impact on the volume of the water tank (1.3 L instead of the more usual 1.8 L) and the capacity of the built-in coffee grinder (150 g). However, this is enough to prepare 4-5 cups of coffee without replenishing stocks of clean water or grains.

Equipment

The real admiration is the equipment of the model, which is difficult to link with its modest dimensions. So, all the functions of De'Longhi ETAM 29.660 are controlled by means of a touch panel with a two-line display in the centre. In addition to the standard set of keys, it has separate LONG and DOPPIO + buttons. The first control is responsible for reducing the pressure in the brewing chamber, which makes it possible to prepare a proper Americano, and not an espresso diluted with boiling water. The second key allows you to get a double espresso with an increased amount of water in one touch (14 g of coffee per 120 mL of liquid).

Foam hat

The preparation of milk and coffee drinks is carried out in a separate block, which includes latte, latte macchiatto, flat white and milk foam. The height of the foam cap is adjusted using a special knob on the autocappuccinatore, which also cleans the milk duct at the end of preparation. The factory parameters of the strength and the size of the foam can be changed in the detailed settings for each type of drink individually.

Useful Features

Among the useful functions of the coffee machine, the delay start timer cannot be overlooked. With it, a fresh portion of coffee can be prepared exactly at the specified time(for example, for breakfast). Preliminary passive heating of the cups at the top will help to improve the taste of the drink. Well, taking into account the fact that the coffee machine is equally good at preparing a wide variety of coffee drinks, De'Longhi ETAM 29.660 will appeal to everyone who is more or less versed in coffee and appreciates its taste.