Keurig Alta first look: Can biodegradable compressed coffee pucks replace the venerable K-Cup?
Keurig's new brewer promises full flavor without the waste — here's how it actually performs.
Keurig introduces the Alta Coffee and Espresso Maker, a 10.84 x 11.7 x 19 inch (27.5 x 29.7 x 48.6 cm) appliance designed to replace K-Cup pods with biodegradable compressed coffee tablets called AltaRounds. Unlike K-Cups, AltaRounds are entirely biodegradable and leave no plastic waste after brewing. The machine, priced at $499.99 and available directly from Keurig, comes in three colorways: Sandstone, Sandstone and Satin Stainless, and Graphite.
It features a touchscreen interface, a stainless-steel water tank, and a milk frothing pitcher. The machine can prepare both espresso shots and longer coffee drinks, and is compatible with both K-Cups and AltaRounds. When inserting an AltaRound, the machine reads a QR code on the pod to suggest brewing options and recipes. Users can customize their drink by adjusting volume, temperature, and adding milk.
The Keurig Alta machine also has a steam wand for frothing milk and can produce cold froth for iced lattes. The pods drop into a bin at the bottom of the machine after brewing, making cleanup easier than with K-Cups. The Keurig Alta Coffee and Espresso Maker aims to be an all-in-one solution for single-serve coffee, offering a more intense flavor than Lavazza's Tabli Tabs. The machine will continue to be tested to provide a full review.
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