Built-In Burr Grinder
With 15 steps of grind adjustment and Smart Tamping technology that produces exactly 20 kg of pressure with each tamp, the Italian-made burr grinder helps you achieve the perfect dose every time.
De'Longhi La Specialista Opera Espresso Machine
DeLonghi’s La Specialista Opera is a versatile and feature-packed all-in-one espresso machine and grinder. With Active Temperature Control, Cold Extraction Technology, and Dynamic Pre-Infusion, it takes the guesswork out of brewing delicious hot or cold espresso at home.
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DeLonghi La Specialista Opera Espresso Machine
DeLonghi’s La Specialista Opera is a versatile all-in-one espresso machine featuring Cold Extraction Technology—that means it can make legitimate cold brew, not watered-down hot coffee. Active temperature control allows you to adjust water infusion temperatures, which, coupled with the built-in burr grinder’s 15 stepped grind adjustments, make it easy to achieve optimal extraction with whatever specialty coffee bean varieties you’ve got on hand.
Features & Benefits
Experience the ultimate in brewing versatility with DeLonghi’s La Specialista Opera. This impressive all-in-one machine features a compact, stylish design with stainless steel finishes and a surprising features list given its price tag. The Italian-made grinder has 15 stepped grind adjustment settings and features Sensor Grinding and Smart Tamping technologies to deliver a precise, consistent dose of freshly-ground coffee every time.
When it comes to brewing, the La Specialista Opera uses active temperature control and dynamic pre-infusion to allow for precise brewing of specialty coffees. It also uses an Italian-style pump capable of producing 19 bar of pressure, which means you’ll achieve optimal extraction pressures (9–12 bar) at the group head while brewing. Even more exciting is DeLonghi’s proprietary Cold Extraction Technology which allows the La Specialista Opera to prepare true cold brew—and cold-brewed espresso—in under five minutes.
The La Specialista Opera also features a commercial-style steam wand capable of producing latte-art-quality microfoam quickly.
Why You Should Get It
The La Specialista Opera from DeLonghi is a great option for anyone whose coffee tastes vary widely—if you want a single machine that can brew delicious hot lattes and cappuccinos in the winter and refreshing cold brewed coffee in the summer, this is it. With enough control of temperature and grind size to satisfy the curiosity of coffee experimenters and a level of simplicity and ease of use that won’t overwhelm new home brewers, the La Specialista Opera is, if anything, a crowd pleaser.
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Active Temperature Control
Set infusion temperatures to one of three presets to suit the specific specialty roasts you’re brewing up.
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True Cold Brew
Enjoy legitimate cold brew (not watered down coffee) in under five minutes with DeLonghi’s proprietary Cold Extraction Technology.
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Espresso Cool
A new take on cold brew, DeLonghi’s Espresso Cool recipe uses their Cold Extraction Technology to brew espresso using cold water at high pressures.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | |
| App Connectivity | No |
| Number of Boilers | 1 |
| Brew Boiler Type | Thermoblock |
| Recommended Application | Home / Residential |
| NSF Certified | No |
| Display Type | Indicator Lights |
| Pressure Gauges | Brew Pressure |
| Type of Controls | Bush Buttons, Dials |
| Cup Height (max, inches) | 4.15 |
| Cup Warmer Material | Stainless Steel |
| Cup Warmer | Passive |
| Drain Line Adaptable (Plumbable) | No |
| Drip Tray Cover Material | Stainless Steel |
| Drip Tray Material | Plastic, Stainless Steel |
| Removable Drip Tray | Yes |
| Portafilter Baskets Included | Single & Double Pressurized, Single & Double Commercial |
| Frame Material | Plastic |
| Grinder Setting Controls / Adjustment Type | Stepped |
| Built-In Grinder | Yes |
| Grinder Burr Type | Conical Steel |
| Number of Grinders | 1 |
| Dispensing Method | Doserless |
| Bean Hopper Freshness Lid | Yes |
| Recommended Grind Selection | Espresso |
| Removable Bean Hopper | Yes |
| Grinding Method | Burr |
| Programmable Grinding | Single & Double Dose |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Bean Hopper Material | Plastic |
| Housing Color | Stainless Steel |
| Housing Material | Brushed Stainless Steel, Plastic |
| Maintenance Alerts | Yes |
| Recommended Descaler Type | De'Longhi EcoDecalk |
| Recommended Water Filter | De'Longhi Water Filter |
| Depth (Inches) | 14 |
| Height (Inches) | 17.5 |
| Weight (Lbs) | 28.11 |
| Width (Inches) | 15 |
| Portafilter Handle Material | Plastic |
| Portafilter Material | Stainless Steel |
| Number of Portafilters Included | 1 |
| Ground, E.S.E., Pod and Capsule Compatibility | Yes |
| Portafilter Type | Pressurized/Commercial |
| Pump Pressure (Max. Bar) | 19 Bar |
| Pump Type | Vibration |
| Number of Grinder Settings | 15 |
| Warranty Service Provider | De'Longhi |
| Warranty Service Provider Phone Number | 1-800-322-3848 |
| Manufacturers Warranty Period | 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty |
| Steam Wand Movement Type | Fully Articulated |
| Steam Wand | Commercial |
| Water Reservoir Access Location | Back |
| Water Reservoir Capacity | 67.6 |
| Water Reservoir Features | Removable |
| Water Reservoir Material | Plastic |
| Water Source | Reservoir |
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