Nespresso Essenza XN110840 Mini Coffee Machine by Krups, Piano Black

Product Information

For a daily average usage of 4 cups and if the water is hard, we recommend descaling your machine at least every 3 months. Capable of brewing shots from 1.35 oz to 3.70 oz, the Essenza Mini has two programmable brew buttons that easily allow you to customize your shot size. Here's how it works: This requires a pressure of 15 bar (achieved only by espresso machines), water heated to 90-92°C and finely ground and measured coffee (7 g per cup). Where can I dispose of my appliance at the end of its life span? If you’re still reading though, you probably realise from this review, that the Essenza Mini XN110B40 may be the perfect coffee machine for you.

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Generally the cheapest Nespresso machine, the Essenza Mini is ideal for those looking for a low-cost introduction to the Nespresso universe. And because of its small size it’s great for those without a lot of extra room in their kitchen, dorm room, or office. Before we tell you the dimensions, just know that the Essenza Mini is narrower than your credit card! Likewise, the control panel is as easy to use and as intuitive as it gets. All you have to do is decide whether you’re having the programmed espresso, or pre programmed lungo and the machine takes care of the rest.

Are Nespresso Essenza Mini for you?

Sure, you won’t be winning any barista competitions or killing it on the latte art scene anytime soon; but it’s a one stop shop for anyone who enjoys a good espresso. Where to buy? Tap water (normal household potable water) is perfectly OK as long as it is free of odors that might alter the taste of the beverage. Bottled water is also OK. The new Essenza Mini combines ease of use, minimalist beauty and unrivalled Nespresso quality to create the perfect coffee cup every time. The Essenza Mini offers 2 programmable cup sizes for espresso and Lungo coffees. In fact, an expresso can be distinguished by its rich aroma and the creamy foam on the surface of the cup. The taste is spot on! Nespresso pods produce a reliable and beautiful taste. With official pods in a machine like the Krups XN110B40 you won’t be disappointed for taste. If you’re looking for our top pod selections, look no further.

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Having considered purchasing a Nespresso machine for a while, particularly after realising how much I was spending on barista-crafted coffee whilst out and about, I decided to go with the smallest of Nespresso’s range: the Essenza Mini. If you live in an area where the water is very hard, you may wish to descale more often. Does the water tank need to be cleaned?Of course, it is a bit smaller than other models so you might work up a sweat if you’ve got many guests coming. At 0.6 litre water capacity, the machine’s only good for about two or three lungos before it needs a refill. But at least the fast heating time of 25 seconds makes up for this shortcoming.