Manual espresso machine, 1450W, "La Specialista Prestigio", matte black - DeLonghi

SENSOR GRINDING TECHNOLOGY

The Specialista Prestigio is equipped with 2 filters for different amounts of coffee grounds.

The filter for 1 cup allows up to 12g of coffee grounds and is suitable for a single espresso or coffee.

The filter for 2 cups allows up to 20g of coffee grounds, ideal for two cups of coffee, a strong double coffee, or using lightly roasted coffee beans.

Adjust the proper coffee dose by rotating the dosing selector in steps, starting from the minimum amount until reaching the mark indicated inside the filter. Both filters have a single wall, just like those used by professional baristas in cafes. If you are passionate about coffee, these are the preferred option as they allow greater control over the extraction, resulting in a full-bodied drink that captures all the aromas of the coffee beans.

ACTIVE TEMPERATURE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY

The “Active Temperature Control” technology maintains the water temperature throughout the entire coffee-making process to guarantee optimal extraction and an ideal result in the cup.

Each type of coffee requires a dedicated temperature to extract the best flavours. The 3 temperatures offered by La Specialista Prestigio allow you to choose the ideal water temperature for brewing, depending on the chosen coffee beans. The selected temperature remains stable during the brewing process for optimal coffee extraction.

The 3 temperature settings correspond to the ranges of 92° / 94° / 96 °C. These are the water temperatures inside the thermoblock and differ from the beverage temperature in the cup or the temperature measured when the drink flows from the portafilter.

SMART TAMPING STATION

Proper tamping of the coffee dose is essential for optimal coffee extraction.

The “Smart Tamping” system ensures this process is carried out evenly and easily; simply press the lever, and the espresso machine will apply the correct pressure on the coffee grounds. The maximum pressure is 15-20 kg, depending on the filter used.

DYNAMIC PRE-INFUSION

The pre-infusion is dynamic because the duration of this process is adapted to the density of the coffee dosage, ensuring that the entire surface is wet and uniform. This contributes to achieving a perfect extraction every time.

ADJUSTABLE CUP HEIGHT

La Specialista Prestigio allows you to prepare your favourite beverages in glasses and cups up to 12 cm tall.

The machine also features a foldable support for small cups and glasses, suitable for espresso, up to 8 cm tall. This allows the coffee delivery to be closer to the cup, ensuring that the cream on coffee-based drinks is consistent.

PRESET RECIPES

La Specialista Prestigio offers 3 presets and automatically prepared recipes: Espresso, Coffee, and Americano.

To obtain the recommended amount of beverage for the Americano recipe, the independent water spout is designed to add hot water directly into the cup over the two espressos.

The My Menu function allows the customization and saving of the quantity for each recipe according to your preferences.

My LatteArt

Using the My LatteArt steam wand, you can prepare a perfect cappuccino. Frothing the milk in the best way is fundamental, and it is not necessarily an easy task. The texture and temperature are the two elements that, when combined, play an essential role in achieving the desired result.

The steam wand is made from a plastic inner tube covered by a metal outer tube. It is connected through a valve to the heating system: the steam is activated by opening the internal valve through a dedicated button. Thanks to the plastic inner tube, the steam wand is cool to the touch, eliminating the risk of the metal exterior reaching high temperatures.

AUTOMATIC DESCALING PROCESS

The espresso machine has an automatic descaling process, and it is recommended to use only De’Longhi EcoDecalk descaler. The EcoDecalk descaler is powerful, fast, eco-friendly, and contains only natural ingredients.

For the descaling process, simply add 100 ml of EcoDecalk solution to the water tank, fill with cold, fresh water, and follow the simple instructions indicated by the espresso machine. The De’Longhi water filter protects the espresso machine from scale deposits and helps eliminate impurities from the water, improving the taste of the coffee. Under normal use conditions, it can be used for 2 months, after which it is necessary to replace it with a new filter, reducing the frequency of descaling the espresso machine.