Delonghi ESAM5500M Digital Super Automatic Perfecta Espresso Maker

Espresso delivers the most complex flavors deived directly from the coffee bean. It is the purest representation of a coffee's unique properties. A quality espresso maker is the tool for bring those tastes to a discriminating palate. The Delonghi Digital Super Automatic Perfecta Espresso Maker is just that type of tool for home use that can deliver the nuances and sophistication to your cup.
Capable of preparing espresso, coffee, cappuccino, latte drinks, and more, De’Longhi’s Perfecta digital super-automatic 1,350-watt espresso machine provides an array of convenient features. Height-adjustable coffee spouts make it easy to brew directly into espresso, demitasse, or 12-ounce cups, and its instant reheat function keeps the machine at an ideal temperature, no matter how long the interval between cups. The unit's easy-to-use control panel with digital Programmable menu settings allows you to adjust start time, auto shut-off and clock. You can even adjust the temperature of the coffee and water hardness. Plus, there are five settings for coffee strength: extra-mild, mild, regular, strong, and extra strong. The Rotary control panel allows you to easily choose the size of cup you want from small (risretto) to large (American coffee). In addition, the espresso machine offers a unique direct-to-brew system that includes an Integrated burr grinder with adjustable fineness settings that automatically grinds coffee beans right before brewing for exceptionally aromatic espresso. The unit also comes equipped with a Patented single-touch cappuccino/latte system, which includes a 25-ounce milk container and a detachable container and lid. It can easily froth milk for cappuccinos or steam milk for lattes. Place the cup under the nozzle and press just one button, the unit will automatically deliver a perfect cappuccino or latte every time. The amounts of frothed/steamed milk and coffee are adjustable, and the entire container is detachable, so it can easily be placed in the refrigerator. A unique automatic cleaning function cleans with the push of a button and dishwasher-safe parts provide quick cleanup.

Digital Programmable Menu Settings

Variable Coffee Strength: Five choices--extra-mild, mild, regular, strong, and extra-strong

Three Cup-Size Choices: ristretto (small), espresso (medium), and large (American coffee)

Serious Pressure: 15 bars of pressure

Patented Single-Touch Cappuccinos and Lattes

Easy Cleanup: All parts are dishwasher-safe

Professional-Quality Conical Burr Grinder: Integrated burr grinder produces consistent, fresh, and aromatic espresso or coffee. Grind settings allow you to adjust the fineness for all types of beans

Instant Reheat Function

Decalcification System: Automatic decalcification indicator lets you know when it’s time to clean the machine

Hot Water Spout: Ideal for tea or hot chocolate

Removable 1.8-Liter (60-Ounce) Water Tank

Dimensions: 15 by 11 by 14 inches