Melitta Ci Touch
Automatic Coffee Machine
Introducing the Melitta Ci Touch: a state-of-the-art, fully automatic coffee machine designed to bring the barista experience right into your home. With its sleek silver design, this machine not only adds a touch of elegance to your kitchen but also offers unparalleled convenience and coffee quality.
The Melitta Ci Touch boasts an impressive array of features, including the ability to choose from 10 coffee specialities prepared according to their original recipes. The height-adjustable pouring spout accommodates cups up to 14 cm high, ensuring that your coffee is always delivered perfectly.
Personalisation is at the heart of the Melitta Ci Touch experience. The machine offers storage of your preferences for up to 6 preparations for 4 different people. Whether you desire a strong espresso, a creamy latte macchiato, or a simple lungo coffee, this machine delivers with precision. The integrated Aroma Extraction System pre-wets the coffee beans before grinding, enhancing the flavour and aroma of your coffee.
Moreover, the Melitta Ci Touch is designed for ease of use, featuring a touchscreen for personalised coffee selection, including adjustments for hot water, milk, and foam quantities. The machine also supports a 2-cup mode, allowing you to prepare two drinks simultaneously.
Product Features
Automatic Cleaning and Descaling – Maintenance is made effortless with the Melitta Ci Touch. It features automatic cleaning and descaling programs, compatible with Melitta Pro Aqua filter cartridges. This not only simplifies the cleaning process but also extends the machine’s lifespan, ensuring your coffee tastes fresh every time.
Touchscreen Interface – The Melitta Ci Touch features a user-friendly touchscreen interface, making it easy to select and customise your coffee. With just a few taps, you can adjust the strength, temperature, and quantity of your drink. The intuitive design of the interface ensures a seamless coffee-making experience, catering to all preferences with ease.
Melitta Ci Touch Features
Aroma Extraction System
The Aroma Extraction System (AES) in the Melitta Ci Touch pre-wets the coffee beans before grinding, ensuring that every cup of coffee bursts with flavour. This innovative feature optimises the extraction process, allowing the water to more efficiently soak the coffee grounds and release their full aroma. It’s perfect for coffee aficionados seeking to elevate their morning ritual with richer, more intense coffee flavours.
My Coffee Memory
Imagine a coffee machine that remembers exactly how you like your coffee. The Melitta Ci Touch does just that with its ‘My Coffee Memory’ feature. This personalised touch allows up to four users to save their favourite coffee specialities, adjusting the strength, temperature, and quantity of water to individual tastes. It’s like having a personal barista ready at the touch of a button.
Variety of Coffee Specialities
With the Melitta Ci Touch, you’re not just buying a coffee machine; you’re unlocking a world of coffee specialities. From espresso and lungo to cappuccino and latte macchiato, this machine prepares up to 10 coffee specialities according to their original recipes. Whether you’re in the mood for a strong shot of espresso or a creamy latte, the Ci Touch caters to all your coffee desires.
Touch & Slide Operation
The intuitive Touch & Slide feature of the Melitta Ci Touch ensures a seamless coffee-making experience. By simply sliding your finger on the touch screen, you can adjust settings such as coffee strength, temperature, and volume. This user-friendly interface makes it easier than ever to craft your perfect cup of coffee without the hassle of complicated buttons and settings.
Automatic Cleaning and Descaling
Maintenance of the Melitta Ci Touch is a breeze thanks to its automatic cleaning and descaling program. Compatible with Melitta Pro Aqua filter cartridges, it requires only one descaling per year, ensuring your machine remains in top condition with minimal effort. This feature not only prolongs the life of your coffee machine but also ensures that each cup of coffee tastes as fresh as the last.
Bean Select for Flavour Variation
The dual-chamber Bean Select system allows you to switch between two types of coffee beans, offering variety and customisation for every cup. Whether you prefer a mild café crème in the morning or a strong espresso after dinner, the Ci Touch’s Bean Select feature meets all your coffee needs, making it ideal for households with diverse tastes.
Adjustable Brewing Temperatures
Not all coffee is created equal, and the Melitta Ci Touch understands that. With three adjustable brewing temperatures, you can tailor each cup to the specific requirements of your chosen coffee speciality. This attention to detail ensures that whether you’re brewing a delicate espresso or a robust lungo, your coffee will always be served at its optimal temperature.
Removable Water Tank and Drip Tray
The convenience of the Melitta Ci Touch extends to its design, featuring a removable water tank and drip tray for easy refilling and cleaning. This thoughtful addition not only simplifies the coffee-making process but also helps maintain a clean and tidy kitchen workspace.
Personalised Coffee Experience
With the Melitta Ci Touch, you have complete control over your coffee’s intensity, temperature, and volume. The Selection Wheel and touch screen interface allow for easy adjustments, providing a truly personalised coffee experience. Whether you like your coffee strong and hot or mild and with more milk, the Ci Touch caters to every preference.
Height-Adjustable Spout
The adjustable pouring spout of the Melitta Ci Touch accommodates cups up to 14 cm high, ensuring that your favourite mug always fits. This flexibility allows you to enjoy a wide range of coffee specialities, from a small espresso shot to a large latte macchiato, without any spillage or need for different machines.
FAQs
Can I use pre-ground coffee with the Melitta Ci Touch?
Yes, the Melitta Ci Touch features a ground coffee chute, allowing you to use pre-ground coffee. This flexibility is perfect for those times when you want to enjoy a decaffeinated coffee or a special blend without changing the beans in the hopper.
How does the ‘My Coffee Memory’ function work?
The ‘My Coffee Memory’ function allows you to save your personal coffee preferences on the Melitta Ci Touch. Once set, your preferences for coffee strength, temperature, and volume can be recalled at the touch of a button, making it easy to enjoy your perfect cup of coffee every time.
Is the Melitta Ci Touch suitable for making milk-based coffee drinks?
Absolutely. The Melitta Ci Touch excels at creating milk-based coffee specialities like cappuccinos and lattes. It prepares hot milk and milk foam with ease, allowing you to enjoy barista-quality milk-based coffees in the comfort of your own home.
What maintenance does the Melitta Ci Touch require?
The Melitta Ci Touch requires minimal maintenance, thanks to its automatic cleaning and descaling programs. For optimal performance, it’s recommended to use Melitta Pro Aqua filter cartridges, which can reduce the need for descaling to just once a year.
Can I adjust the coffee grinder settings on the Melitta Ci Touch?
Yes, the Melitta Ci Touch offers five grind fineness settings, allowing you to adjust the grinder to your preference. Whether you prefer a finer grind for a strong espresso or a coarser grind for a milder coffee, the Ci Touch has you covered.
How many people can save their coffee preferences on the machine?
Up to four individuals can save their coffee preferences on the Melitta Ci Touch. This feature is particularly useful in households or offices where multiple users have different coffee tastes.
Is the Melitta Ci Touch energy efficient?
Yes, the Melitta Ci Touch is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It features an energy-saving mode and an automatic shut-off function, helping to reduce your electricity consumption.
How does the Bean Select feature work?
The Bean Select feature of the Melitta Ci Touch allows you to choose between two types of coffee beans, thanks to its dual-chamber bean container. This means you can easily switch from one bean type to another, offering versatility and personalisation for every coffee lover.
Melitta Ci Touch Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Melitta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Product Dimensions | 25.4D x 47W x 34H centimetres |
| Special Feature | Removable Tank |
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Capacity | 1.8 litres |
| Material | Plastic + chrome, Stainless steel drip tray |
| Item Weight | 9.3 Kilograms |
| Wattage | 1400 watts |
| Number of Coffee Specialities | 10 |
| Adjustable Pouring Spout Height | Up to 14 cm |
| Storage of Preferences | Up to 6 preparations for 4 people |
| Aroma Extraction System | Yes |
| Optimal Pressure | 15 Bar |
| Bean Container | Double sealed |
| Grind Fineness Levels | 5 |
| Water Hardness Setting | Yes |
| Touch Screen Control | Yes |
| Coffee Intensities | 4 |
| Brew Temperatures | 3 |
| 2-Cup Mode | Yes |
| Automatic Cleaning and Descaling | Yes |
| Filter Cartridge Compatibility | Melitta Pro Aqua |
| Removable Extraction Chamber | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 year warranty |
| Included Components | 1 x Pressure coffee maker from Melitta Barista CI Touch Black, user manual |
