Fellow, known for its aesthetically pleasing kettles and grinders, has entered the world of espresso with equal measure of functionality and design drama with the Fellow Espresso Series 1. This machine isn't just for brewing coffee - it's for those who would hang a Mondrian in their living room if only it could froth milk.
Coffee is no longer just a beverage – it has become a ritual, a personal statement, almost a religion. And let's be honest, most of us would like to play barista for a moment when we trudge into the kitchen in our bathrobes on a Sunday morning. This is where , espresso machine – Fellow Espresso Series 1, who not only looks like an art installation, but also cooks like a dream barista with a PhD in thermodynamics.
Why Fellow? Why now?
Fellow has been delighting the coffee geek community for a decade with its beautifully designed gadgets – grinders, kettles and all those things that overly serious coffee drinkers jealously explain at every visit. But until now, Fellow has stayed away from the world of espresso – probably because they wanted to make something completely their own. And after three years of development, with the help of engineers, designers and probably some very caffeinated debates, the Fellow Espresso Series 1.
Fellow Espresso Series 1 design: espresso as a sculptural work of art
Forget the clunky, square, industrial-gray espresso machines. The Series 1 boasts a rounded shape that's more futuristic sculpture than household appliance. It's available in the following colors: black night, milk chocolate and cherry red, with a touch of wood from walnut or mapleIf you like the Apple aesthetic with a bit of Nordic minimalism, you'll be right at home.
Technology that gets you up (literally)
But, hey, we don't buy an espresso machine just because it looks cool, right? The Series 1 has PID controlled 58 mm head, double heaters, and what is most beautiful – Auto Brew RatioYes, the machine will detect when your cup is full of dreams. It also allows real-time pressure adjustment and pre-programming of profiles.
Digital barista: a touchscreen that actually helps
Forget about retro buttons and guesswork – the Fellow Espresso Series 1 has 4.3-inch touch screen, which is more like an app than a washing machine interface. You can draw your own extraction profile – literally with your finger on the screen. The thing is not only beautiful, it’s intuitive, advanced and… almost too smart for 6:30 in the morning.
Coffee snob specs: Fellow Espresso Series 1
- Materials: aluminum housing, wooden details
- Weight: 9.8 kg
- Dimensions: 43.8 x 31.5 x 27.9 cm
- Display: 4.3″ touchscreen
- Functions: integrated scale, programmable profiles, Auto Brew Ratio, dual heaters, PID control, bottomless portafilter
- Price: $1,499.95 (pre-order: $1,199.95 - not available in the EU)
Conclusion: Coffee for those who swear by aesthetics
Espresso Series 1 is a machine for those who want top-notch coffee without compromise – not in taste, not in form, and certainly not in technology. It is for those who understand that good coffee is an art. And now that you can put this art on your kitchen shelf, the question is no longer “Should I buy it?” but: “Which color to choose?”
