Dalla Corte Mina Espresso Machine 110v White
Owning the Dalla Corte Mina
The Dalla Corte Mina is emblematic of Dalla Corte’s commitment to superb espresso and everything they have ventured to accomplish. With the arrival of the Mina, things have changed here at the office. There’s a kind of frenetic pace, a sort of impatience caused by our excitement to share this machine with our customers. This, of course, may be due in part to all of the coffee it’s made for us, but the Mina really is something else and we like it a lot. With it’s flow profiling system and incredible ingenuity, we’re positive you’ll agree.
The key to understanding what the Mina has to offer is at its heart: the DFR (Digital Flow Regulator) and a custom made Flow Meter. This is the first flow meter designed for an espresso machine and it is so accurate that it can measure up to 80 pulses per second. Now, when approaching the Mina, perhaps the first thing you’ll notice is the yoke above the brew group. The yoke works with the DFR and Flow Meter. You can use the yoke in both the manual and automatic mode and, when brewing coffee by using the control knob on the right, you will brew in the automatic mode only. This manual lever allows you to adjust flow rate in five stages during your extraction between 0 and 12 grams/second. Each stage of flow rate is represented by a series of lights on the right side of the machine as a visual aid. By adjusting flow rate, you’re granted a new level of control over your extraction, essentially creating a unique extraction profile. With the Mina, Dalla Corte’s mission was to offer control over your espresso’s balance, acidity, sweetness—even it’s aftertaste and texture. After testing it, we think Dalla Corte has achieved that mission in spades.
Another key strength of the Mina comes from the Dalla Corte Mina App which lets you control flow automatically. When connected to the Dalla Corte Mina App, you can save your favorite profiles, and select which you would prefer your Mina to perform. From here, you can create new profiles or edit existing ones by adjusting flow rate in grams/second and time at each step in seconds for each of the five steps in your flow profile. With that in mind, we’re proud to say our results from the Mina have been the most consistent we’ve ever experienced.
On the App, you can find a shot timer, group temperature, and steam boiler temperature, as well as a litany of parameters you can freely adjust. Another intriguing feature of the App is its ability to upload flow profiles to any Mina. With multiple Minas, you can create specialized brewing stations, with each machine tuned to get the perfect cup out of a particular coffee. And, with the Mina’s NSF certification, it stands to be a powerful addition to any cafe. You can even manage the entire group with a single smart device. We’ve tested this ourselves, and we’re happy to say that the experience is transformative. The way we look at exploring coffee has never been more open.
Specifications
Property | Value |
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SKU | HFC-202306000230 |
App Connectivity | Yes |
Boiler Configuration | Multi-boiler |
Number of Boilers | 2 |
Boiler Features | Brew & Steam Simultaneously,Rapid Steam |
Brew Boiler Auto-Fill | Yes |
Brew Boiler Heater Location | Internal |
Brew Boiler Material | Brass |
Brew Boiler Volume (Oz) | 17 fl-oz |
Brew Group Features | Actively Heated,Adjustable Flow Rate |
Three-Way Valve | Electronic |
Back Flush Capable | Yes |
Brew Group Material | Chrome Plated Brass |
Brew Group Size (mm) | 54 mm |
Brew Group Type | Other |
NSF Certified | Yes |
Display Type | Indicator Lights |
Controls and Additional Features | Aroma / Flow Control,Bluetooth Connectivity,Cup Volume Control,Pre-Infusion,Pressure Gauge(s),Steam Control |
Pressure Gauges | Brew Circuit,Brew Head,Steam Boiler |
Type of Controls | Knob,Lever,Push Button |
Cup Height (max, inches) | 3.5 in |
Cup Warmer Material | Stainless Steel |
Cup Warmer Size (L-in x W-in) | 13″ x 6″ |
Cup Warmer | Passively Heated |
Drain Line Adaptable (Plumbable) | Yes |
Drip Tray Cover Material | Stainless Steel |
Drip Tray Material | Stainless Steel |
Removable Drip Tray | Yes |
Portafilter Baskets Included | Double,Single |
Frame Material | Steel |
Housing Color | White,Stainless Steel |
Housing Material | Stainless Steel |
Depth (Inches) | 15.2 in |
Height (Inches) | 16.1 in |
Weight (Lbs) | 73 lbs |
Property | Value |
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Width (Inches) | 15.2 in |
Bottomless Portafilter Available | Yes |
Filter Diameter (mm) | 54 mm |
Portafilter Handle Material | Plastic |
Portafilter Material | Chrome Plated Brass |
Number of Portafilters Included | 3 |
Portafilter Type | Custom |
Portafilter Weight (lbs) | 1.3 lbs |
Portafilter Diameter | 54 mm |
Self-Priming Pump | No |
Pump Type | Rotary Pump |
Warranty Service Provider Email | [email protected] |
Warranty Service Provider | HARFAN COFFEE |
Warranty Service Provider Phone Number | +62-838-9755-1917 |
Manufacturers Warranty Period | 1-Year Parts and Labor |
Amps | 12 A |
Volt | 110V-120V (US) |
Watts | 1437 Watt |
Power Cord Length (inches) | 54 in |
Power Cord Storage | No |
Steam Boiler Auto-Fill | Yes |
Steam Boiler Heater Location | Internal |
Steam Boiler Insulation | No |
Steam Boiler Material | Copper |
Steam Boiler Orientation | Horizontal |
Steam Boiler Volume (Oz) | 101 fl-oz |
Steam Boiler Vacuum Relief Valve | Yes |
Steam Wand Features | Automatic Steam Control,Insulated Grip,No-Burn |
Steam Tip Hole Count | 3 |
Steam Wand Material | Stainless Steel |
Steam Wand Movement Type | Fully Articulated |
Steam Wand | Automatic Frother,Commercial Style |
Water Filter Included | No |
Water Source | External Water Line (Plumbable) |
Maximum Incoming Water Pressure (PSI) | 29 PSI |
Grete Thomas –
Not much of a learning curve as this is an HX machine. Fit and finish is superb. Still trying to dial in. PID, manometer, not used to instrumentation, as the Oscar had none. Great value in the segment. Recommended.
Gustaf Schäfer –
A step up since our old machine died after 14 years. This is an excellent machine, only requiring a bit of fine tuning on the coarseness of the grind and the amount of coffee.
Isabella Kühn –
Very satisfied with the order. The product works very well. I had some questions for technical which they answered via email. My only discrepancy was that the sales rep indicated the device was in stock but their system was delayed and it took an extra 10 days
Richárd Kocsis –
Solid machine that is easy to use and provides consistent results. The build quality is amazing and with the rosewood accents it looks great in a modern kitchen. This machine gives the flexibility to get very detailed on your recipes while also allowing for more automated shots as well. The machine gets to temperature quickly and maintains consistRead more about review stating Solid machine that is easyent temps well. Over all very happy!
Johanna Katona –
Not much of a learning curve as this is an HX machine. Fit and finish is superb. Still trying to dial in. PID, manometer, not used to instrumentation, as the Oscar had none. Great value in the segment. Recommended.
Albert Halász –
A step up since our old machine died after 14 years. This is an excellent machine, only requiring a bit of fine tuning on the coarseness of the grind and the amount of coffee.
Valéria Budai –
Very satisfied with the order. The product works very well. I had some questions for technical which they answered via email. My only discrepancy was that the sales rep indicated the device was in stock but their system was delayed and it took an extra 10 days
Ottó Jónás –
Have only had it for a few weeks, but very happy with this machine. It’s a huge step up from my old gaggia classic. The only comment is we probably would have been fine with the PM version.
Boglárka Bognár –
We’re making good espresso with the push of a button or two. Needs a better instruction booklet.