Lavazza launched Tablì on the British market in September, a single-serve coffee system that does away with the capsule entirely. Instead, the machine uses a tab of ground, pressed coffee with no coatings or binders, which can go straight into food waste after brewing.
The machine, with a recommended price of £199, features a bean-shaped slider and a servo-assisted piston that inserts and ejects the tab. The “Crema Plus” technology promises a rich crema layer, and the menu covers espresso, lungo and double espresso. Wi-Fi connectivity allows integration with Alexa, Google Home and the brand’s app. The tabs cost £5.49 for 12 single doses or £6.89 for 12 double doses.
In the first phase the system is exclusive to John Lewis, and from November 1 it will also be sold on Lavazza.co.uk and through other online retailers. Emanuele Pellegrino, regional director for Lavazza UK & Nordics, described Tablì as an entirely new product category for the industry.
Until it reaches our region too, the coffee selection at Mister Tabaco remains on hand for those who prefer beans and ground coffee.
Source: Tea & Coffee Trade Journal
