"Outside is Dangerous"...Semi-Automatic Coffee Machines, the Home Cafe Hit Products, Gain Popularity

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[Asia Economy Reporter Moon Hyewon] As the ‘home cafe’ market, where people enjoy their own coffee at home, continues to grow steadily, the growth trend of the market has become more prominent recently due to untact consumption that avoids going out.

Semi-automatic coffee machines are devices that allow users to select coffee beans according to their preferences, tamp the grounds themselves, and adjust the amount to brew coffee. They enable users to experience the aroma and taste of fresh beans and are suitable for drinking coffee tailored to individual tastes.

Among the semi-automatic coffee machines released on the market, some products support the use of internationally standardized E.S.E (Easy Serving Espresso) pod coffee filters, allowing espresso extraction with simple operation like capsule coffee machines.

De'Longhi’s EC685 series is a semi-automatic coffee machine equipped with a professional-grade filter holder that maintains a consistent temperature during the coffee extraction process, enabling perfect espresso extraction.

Incorporating De'Longhi’s unique ‘Thermoblock System’ technology, it quickly heats up and maintains the optimal water temperature of 90~96℃ for espresso extraction, allowing users to enjoy espresso with deep flavor and rich aroma.

Not only cafe latte but also various milk-based menus such as smooth cappuccino can be enjoyed. The high-efficiency Thermoblock boiler allows coffee extraction immediately without waiting time within 40 seconds after turning on the power. It saves energy with an automatic standby system after use, and the rubber packing of the filter holder and double detachable drip tray enable clean use, enhancing user convenience.

The cup tray can be freely separated according to cup size, allowing convenient enjoyment of various coffee types from espresso to cappuccino and americano with cups ranging from small espresso cups to mugs.

A De'Longhi Korea official said, “As interest in coffee increases day by day and the time spent at home grows, various coffee machines are being released,” adding, “De'Longhi’s semi-automatic coffee machines are perfect products for those who want to enjoy coffee taste and aroma tailored to their preferences.”