We’re compiling our Christmas wishlist and the item that’s at the top of it is our own personal barista, who just, you know, lives in our kitchen and makes us quality coffee every morning.
But, if that’s not doable (Santa, we’re looking at you), luckily we’ve found the second-best thing: an automatic coffee machine that’ll give us a reason to rethink our daily – or several-times-daily – coffee shop habit.
You see, the weather is cold and dreary this time of year, your home is warm, and there’s never been a better time to treat yourself to a machine that’s actually going to give your local barista a run for their money and manbun.
De’Longhi’s Rivelia is here to save your mornings. But of course before you splurge, there are a few things to consider.
Trusted to deliver exceptional coffee, grind and grind again, the Rivelia is a feature-packed, highly innovative, yet stylish, machine (because it still needs to look good on the benchtop) which learns your coffee routine and crafts a huge variety of drinks at a single touch.
Worried you’re simply too uneducated on the intricacies of good coffee to make the most of such a clever piece of tech? Worry not! The Rivelia’s Bean Adapt technology has your back.
The machine churns on efficiency, quality and flawless design, with its sleek, compact look and personalisation, plus intuitive technology that will make you feel like the most cherished customer in your kitchen.
Let’s start with its Bean Switch system.
Bean Switch what?
This nifty function is what every connoisseur needs, perfect for those who crave flexibility. It allows you to expertly and effortlessly switch between a morning espresso blend to an afternoon decaf without the faff of complex changes. It’s the kind of simplicity your day needs, really. Just turn the hopper to start the switch.
Let the machine do the thinking
If you can’t tell your Aribica from your Robusta, this machine comes equipped with an in-machine ‘How to guide’ on getting the best out of your beans. It aids in finding the right grind, extraction temperature and aroma intensity for the blend and roast of bean you’ve added, so you’re able to create an enjoyable drip – with the all-important crema.
Think of it as creating a bespoke cup for every user where you’re having your coffee, your way, all with just one touch on the 3.5″ colour display. Feel like adding an extra shot? Treat yourself. Adapt the size and intensity and add it to one of four personal profiles for future easy access.
Perhaps you’re just after a simple coffee experience and the thought of a fancy pour is breaking you out into a cold drip. Know that without all the bells and whistles selected, the Rivelia will still deliver a top-notch cup with 16 built-in recipes.
Say you love a latte or cappuccino. Sorted. Maybe you prefer a macchiato or a simple espresso or Americano. Consider it done. Perhaps you want one of each throughout the day. We’d tell you to consider a decaf…which, luckily, is also totally doable with that Bean Switcher.
Don’t hold the milk
For the milky-coffee lovers, you need a solid frother to serve you well. Here,the LatteCrema Carafe automates the creation of hot milk and milk foam, and is compatible with alternatives such as oat, soy, and coconut.
The perfect machine year-round, throw some ice into a glass and you’ve got three black over ice coffees in one touch, too, for the warmer months. Add milk, hello iced latte. Simply turn the dial to auto clean before storing the carafe back in the fridge for next time.
Let it learn your routine
One of the best functions may be that the Rivelia will recognise your coffee routine. Say you start your day with a flat white, but take an espresso after lunch, Rivelia’s screen will update at different times of day to show your personal preferences.
This clever machine will even clean itself, which is more than we can say for other inhabitants of the house…
It rinses automatically for stress-free maintenance and will only need you to sort a frequent descale, depending on the water hardness in your area, to maintain its longevity and keep your coffee tasting great.
Meanwhile, the LatteCrema carafe also has a rinse function and is easily washable by hand, while some parts can be popped in the dishwasher for ultimate convenience.
Top tip: make sure you also register your machine for a two-year guarantee.
If you’re the kind of person with a discerning taste who enjoys the finer things in life and runs a modern, aspirational household, the Rivelia will take pride of place in your kitchen thanks to De’Longhi’s three core pillars, Italianity, Craft and Heritage.
This creates the ultimate ‘treat yourself’ purchase this gifting season, separating De’Longhi from other coffee machines on the market as it continues its reign as the UK’s #1 Coffee Machine Brand.
Next stop? To revolutionise your home coffee culture.