Melitta Caffeo Barista TS Smart F85/0-101 silver

The flagship coffee machine of the German brand Melitta received a stylish body, display and touch controls. In addition to the version in silver colours, there are models on the market in a different body colour, for example, black Caffeo Barista TS Smart F85 / 0-102.

21 drinks

21 coffee programs are "sewn" into the electronics of the coffee machine. There are all the classic drinks, including espresso, cappuccino, latte, crema, and rarer ones, including Flat White, Long Black (aka Scandinavian Americano), double portions, various combinations of crema coffee and ristretto.

In addition to adjusting the strength, volume and temperature of the water, 8 profiles are offered, for each of which individual settings are saved. The intenseAroma mode is also available for gourmets: it increases the overall saturation of coffee by increasing the duration of pre-wetting of the coffee tablet.

Two bean bins and a double dispenser

As befits a coffee "machine", Melitta Caffeo Barista TS Smart F85 / 0-101 automates the main preparation processes. So, there is a two-chamber burr grinder (135 grams each) with automatic selection of grains in accordance with the selected programme. So, for drinks based on coffee cream, the supply comes from the right compartment, and for espresso — from the left.

Thanks to the automatic cappuccinatore, the preparation of coffee with milk is also simplified. The complete milk tank can be washed in the dishwasher, and the milk jug itself can be fixed to the left or right of the dispenser. The latter is adjustable in height and is equipped with two spouts. Moreover, they have paired conclusions for coffee and milk, so that not only espresso or Americano, but also coffee and milk drinks can be poured into two cups at the same time.

Automation and remote access

The model supports hygienic cleaning of the milk system with steam and hot water. The device itself will notify you of the need for this procedure, as well as descaling, by displaying a corresponding message on the display and offering further instructions for action. The branded Melitta Connect application will also help you quickly understand the rules of care. It is also intended for remote control of the coffee machine via Bluetooth, programming recipes and other settings.

The deterrent from buying Melitta Caffeo Barista TS Smart F85 / 0-101 is the high cost. But it is fully justified by the flagship capabilities of the model.