Lavazza A Modo Mio Idola Espresso Coffee Machine, Grey

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Our impartial coffee expert tests each cup across four key areas: crema quality, aroma, taste balance and body.

It heated up from cold in just 30 seconds and took a speedy 35 seconds to pour an espresso shot, and it was the ideal temperature every time we tried it. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). I did notice a little splatter while filtering but fortunately, this wasn’t the case for my following cups. For this reason, you will need to descale the machine every three months or so, and in any case everytime the descaling light on tha appliance is switched on.

There’s a ‘free dose beverage’ option too, so you can tailor your drink size to fit your favourite mug. The coffee machines are used only as an example, to show the compatibility of the capsules produced by Caffè Borbone. Intuitive and easy to use, Idola is characterised by a pleasant, modern design made with high-quality materials. Choose from 3 pre-set coffee volumes including Espresso, Long Espresso and Long Coffee as well as free dose.

It is only a relatively humble capsule coffee machine, but the Idola redeems itself with a smart design and the ability to deliver a cup of capsule-sourced coffee which is a cut above the average. Because of the Idola’s depth, if it’s placed beneath overhanging kitchen cabinets, it’s hard to see what’s going on at the back of the machine. Sign up to our newsletter for style and decor inspiration, house makeovers, project advice and more.

It would be nice if there was an option for mug of coffee, and the ability to plumb a machine into mains water somehow. It's a great choice for those looking for a straightforward, simple design that produces decent coffee at the touch of a button. The aesthetics match this feeling of sophistication, too – the sturdy, yet delicately-rounded plastic body, metal capsule lever and cap holder balance form and function nicely.

Lavazza ®, *A Modo Mio ®, *Lavazza A Modo Mio ®, *Espresso Point ® and *Lavazza Espresso Point ® are brands owned by Luigi Lavazza S. Not to mention, the Free Dose Beverage button that poured hot water is great for Americano drinkers and for flushing out the machine when cleaning. Please note: Stoneware, glass and electrical items can only be delivered to UK addresses (including UK Offshore). Don't bother looking but if you do you may find a small amount of a limited choice on the bottom shelf of a leading supermarket. From the moment of purchase your Lavazza A Modo Mio coffee machine's warranty will immediately begin.

There’s no need to think about the ratio of beans to water, no grinding or tamping and no coffee grounds to clean up afterwards. Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. In the event of interventions not carried out by authorized Lavazza centers, no liability is accepted for any damage.

The compatibility of these capsules are for the functional use with home coffee machines by Lavazza ® Espresso Point ® - Lavazza ® A Modo Mio ® brands.

These include: espresso, long espresso, long coffee and finally a ‘free dose beverage’, which pulls through enough water for a full sized mug of coffee. After inserting my capsule, I opted for the short option, and within 30 seconds, had a smooth-tasting espresso. The Lavazza Idola Capsule coffee machine may not be the smallest (or cheapest) of the Lavazza coffee machine range, but it’s certainly more versatile. Our coffee expert praised the Idola for producing espresso with a rich and creamy crema, noting that each shot looked full-bodied.