Hands-on review: Breville Nespresso Essenza Mini: newly redesigned

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DeLonghi has updated its super-popular Nespresso Essenza Mini with a new design. I reviewed the original a few years ago and it’s been my go-to machine. So what’s new with the new version? I’ll tell you about my experience with it, what it can do, how it works and the pros and cons after having it in my home for two weeks.
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If you like your espresso in the morning without a lot of fuss, you’ll like this machine.
What’s new?
By all accounts this appears to be exactly the same machine as its previous version; the only thing that's been updated is a little bit of a slicker design. With a shiny piano finish, and a flat top now, the machine appears much more compact and a little more elegant.
New DeLonghi Nespresso Essenza Mini review
I chose the Essenza Mini because it’s small and unobtrusive, and because it offers two sizes of coffee. I don’t add milk to my coffee so all I wanted was something fast and easy, for straight up espressos.
Set up: DeLonghi Nespresso Essenza Mini
The set up of this machine is virtually non-existent; plug it in and power on. It’s ready to go immediately. The kit I bought also included a sample pack of Nespresso capsules, which was a nice way to try some new roasts.
When it comes to the specs, this machine gives you 19 bars of pressure from its high pressure pump and has a 20 ounce water tank. It’s super small and weighs almost nothing (about 5 pounds).
Nespresso coffee & pods
We could get into a whole thing here about the environmental impact of pods. For the most part neither aluminum Nespresso pods, not plastic Keurig K-cups are recyclable in a lot of city’s recycling programs; they’re just too small. But I will say this about Nespresso; they encourage you to recycle the aluminium pods by including a pre-paid return bag with your order.
When it comes to the coffees and their taste, there’s lots to enjoy. I find the coffees, packaged in their little cups to be fresh, and with the stunning number of different roasts, tastes, flavours and options, you’re bound to find some you like. I have a list of a few favourites already. Bottom line here, the coffee is good.
Nespresso Pod cost
Let’s talk about what it costs to brew your morning espresso. Nespresso pods can be had on the Nespresso website for about 70 cents to $1.25 per pod. Compared to the cost of a coffee shop espresso, that’s a bargain. Depending on what kind of espresso beans you might be buying now that may or may not be cost effective. I have also, by the way seen reusable Nespresso capsules so you can use your own coffee too. Either way, I’m perfectly happy paying about a buck for my morning espresso.
Coffee brew quality: DeLonghi Nespresso Essenza Mini
Brewing a coffee is as simple as turning it on and waiting for it to heat up, which takes less than 30 seconds. I’m impressed with how fast this is. Then you pop in a capsule, close the lid and choosing your size. My single shot brews in about 30 seconds and the double in about 45.
One of the things I like about the Essenza Mini is that the espresso comes out nice and thick, it’s not watery. It ends up with a nice crema on top, and it’s actually really hot, definitely hot enough for me. While you can’t adjust the water temperature (it comes from the factory set to about 83-86 degrees, says Nespresso). Nespresso says it’s supposed to be at a hot but drinkable temperature so you can have the espresso right away, and recommends if it’s not hot enough, to pre-heat your cup.
Some folks might not appreciate that you can’t adjust the water temperature, but I was definitely okay with the factory setting.
Overall review DeLonghi Nespresso Essenza Mini
Overall the newly redesigned DeLonghi Nespresso Essenza Mini is exactly the same as the older version-same specs, same results, just with a refreshed look.
If there are any downsizes to this machine, for some it might be that you can’t adjust the water temperature, but for me this was not an issue. Others may point to the environmental impact of aluminum pods.
Overall, I am in love with this machine. It’s been an awesome addition to my coffee routine and I can definitely recommend it for you. The DeLonghi Nespresso Essenza Mini sells for about $179USD and you can get yours as I got mine through Amazon. You can also check out a Nespresso machine that does more including let you make milk-based espresso drinks, or see what the difference is between Nespresso original and its Vertuo line… right now.

[@o0SallyM0o]

You say you are reviewing a Delonghi but the machine you are using is Breville.

[@nares2005]

This is exactly what I’m looking for. Thanks for the video 👍

[@ErinLawrenceTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BUCKINUT]

This is a Breville?

[@ronm6585]

Thanks for the review Erin.

[@CanadianBeachcomber]

I have been looking for a pod based coffee maker for a couple of weeks but can’t decide because of the wide variety available. Hopefully I find one that speeds up my morning routine.

[@Cobaltrb19]

It is actually a Breville, not a DeLonghi 😉

[@bktebeau]

Does it want DRMed PODs or can you use any?

[@starlite8807]

how do you make it pour out more liquid?

[@jonahvidaur]

Is it true that a pod used for the espresso setting can be used more than once?

[@ErinLawrenceTV]

I wouldn’t.