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Braun Tassimo TA 1400 Hot Beverage System | 
 enlarge | Brand: Braun
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $169.99
Buy Used: $68.00
You Save: $101.99 (60%)
New (7) from $129.00
Avg. Customer Rating:  476 reviews
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 11.6
Dimensions (in): 13.8 x 16.5 x 11.6
MPN: TA1400
Model: Tassimo
UPC: 069055839560
EAN: 0069055839560
Release Date: October 6, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Hot-beverage system brews drinks at the touch of a button in about a minute | | • | Patented T-Disc system with barcode technology; customizable strength settings | | • | Beverages pour directly from T-Disc into cup; no measuring, no fuss, and virtually no cleanup | | • | Measures approximately 10 by 15 by 16 inches; 2-year limited warranty |
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Product Description
Braun Tassimo TA1400 Features:- Silver/black
- Adjustable cup stand accommodates various cup sizes
- Drink types include: coffee, tea, espresso, hot chocolate, cappuccinos, and lattes
- One-button operation
- Extra large removable 68-ounce water tank
- Bar code technology
- Uses exclusive T-Discs
- Easy to clean: most of the movable parts are dishwasher-safe
- Dimensions: 11.9 in High x 11.1 in Wide x 12.2 in Deep
- Weight: 7.5 lbs
- This machine is not suitable for use above altitudes of 6,500 feet
- UL Approved
- 2 Years Limited Warranty
- The Braun Tassimo 1400 combines advanced technology with readily available, pre-measured "pods" for the perfect cup of:Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte, Hot Chocolate & Tea
Cup at a time:
This unique Tassimo machine produces one 11-oz. cup of delicious hot beverage at a time, brewing right into your mug. The entire process takes about a minute, and there is no wait time before brewing your next beverage. The large, removable water reservoir holds 68 ounces so there is no need to refill after every cup, and it includes a removable water filter for the freshest taste every time.
T-Discs:
It uses the exclusive Tassimo Discs, or T-Discs, to make espresso, filter coffee, cafT crema, tea, hot chocolate, and milk-based latte and cappuccino without the need for a complicated steam wand or frothing attachment. The T-Discs feature some of the world+s most celebrated brands, and each sealed T-Disc contains a precisely measured amount of coffee, tea, chocolate, or concentrated milk to consistently produce the best-tasting beverage. Included are one 18-serving package of Gevalia signature blend coffee and one 18-serving package of Twinings Earl Grey tea. Various other brands and flavors are sold separately.
Easy to use:
The adjustable cup pedestal allows you to brew into a demita
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| Customer Reviews: Read 471 more reviews...
 Manage your expectations and it's a world-beater November 15, 2005
386 out of 419 found this review helpful
I tend to burst out laughing when I read reviews from people who expected this to put a Starbucks franchise on their kitchen counter. No, it doesn't get close. But for the price, and the convenience, it's the next best thing. The machine makes good-quality hot chocolate, coffee drinks, and tea, needs next to no cleanup (who ARE these people that think the thing needs extensive breakdown and cleaning?) and, best of all, can switch easily from one to another without completely disassembling the device, scrubbing filters, etc. It's not going to put your favorite local coffee shop out of business, but for serving a crowd at brunch with diverse beverage preferences or just getting a few lattes together in the evening without having to clean up and scrub a thousand pieces of metal and plastic afterward, it's a terrific buy. Strongly recommended if you've got your head screwed on straight.
Great so far... November 3, 2005
166 out of 172 found this review helpful
I have had this for a few days now, and so far I am very impressed. Fast, practically no clean-up, and very good quality. To be able to offer guests a choice of coffee, coffee drinks, tea or hot chocolate is great. So far I have tried the Gavalia drinks that came with it or that are sold seperately in stores (Gavalia latte, cappucino), except the espresso alone (not a big fan of espresso), and the hot chocolate. The Gavalia coffee is smooth and mild and very good, though I am hoping the coffee I ordered through the Tassimo website includes stronger alternatives. Latte and Cappucino are very good, and comparable to coffee shop (though maybe not the top shops). I'll get to the Twinings earl grey tea soon, and make myself a mocha with Hershey's syrup. Overall, I have zero complaints about the function or quality. I am very anxious to get the coffee only offered through their website, although the Maxwell House brands are not available for some reason (support e-mail says available again soon).
The negatives, which for me are minor, are 1) expense. I like it so much I am drinking way too much. That'll slow down as the novelty wears off. 2) Why can't any of these pod makers account for a tall travel mug? It seems so easy to consider given the popularity. You can remove the entire cup holder, but since it is also the drip tray and steam relief valve you have to clean up some water in the bottom tray. I could not give it 5 stars because of this.
I am thinking of getting a second one for the office but not sure whether I get this one, or try the Kuerig (??) just for variety. It is hard to not get another Tassimo now that I know what it does. Also depends on others pitching in on t-discs. I may take it in for a week as a trial before I buy another one.
 Tassimo - A good first-generation single-serve machine November 28, 2005
91 out of 91 found this review helpful
Hi Folks,
I've been using a Tassimo since the day they arrived in the USA. I've also been using a Keurig B50 since then. Winner stays, looser goes back for a refund. You can read my (coffeeman) comparisons over at [...] (no affiliation).
I give the Tassimo 3 stars because it is a first-generation product, with some advantages over similar machines, but still requiring some refinement. First, it brews many types of beverages (latte, expresso, coffee, crema, hot chocolate, tea) quickly and consistantly and will appeal to a great many people for these reasons. The beverages are hot but may require a microwave zap if using cold milk or cream. Dihard expresso fans and folks with specific coffee flavor tastes will probably be disappointed. Second, you are buying convenience and a reasonable beverage drinking experience. Don't expect coffee house levels of variety and flavor. It does have some annoyances that don't afflict other similar machines. Many folks can live with these, others can't. First, part of the brew process is noisy (measured at 63 Decibels one foot away). Second, drink sizes tend to be smaller than most Americans are used to...this can be alleviated by using a Manual adjustment mode but is inconvenient. Third, water overflows out of the pressure tank into the drip tray or on to the drip plate during brewing and must be cleaned up. Fourth, a limited number of beverages is currently available compared to similar machines.
To summarize, I like this little machine. It is a first-generation product. You should try a Tassimo and compare it with other single-serve machines if you can. Coffee taste is very much an individual preference. You should buy from a seller which allows you to return it if you don't like the beverages or can't live with the annoyances I've listed.
 What a mess, there are much better one-cup systems for less than $169 October 29, 2005
43 out of 52 found this review helpful
I purchased the Tassimo at Bloomingdales after seeing a demonstration and came to Amazon to buy my T-discs. The woman at Bloomingdales actually tried to prevent me from buying the Tassimo and suggested another system-the Keurig, since Tassimo requires clean up with a clear disc (+ 2 pages on clean up in the manual) and the coffee is a bit non-American. The drinks I have made at home were just ok. The machine is loud and messy. I am returning it. I went to Amazon to buy the Keurig but then found the Flavia Fusion drinks station under Sharper Image which does more than just coffee and tea- it makes cappuccinos and lattes. I went to Sharper Image and bought a Flavia for $119-which came with some cool syrups and sprinkles and loads of sample coffee,tea, chocolate and cappuccino packs and travel mug. My wife, daughter and I love the Flavia. It makes great tasting cappuccinos and mochas and great hot chocolate for my daughter. The Flavia packs are less than Tassimo and Keurig and taste better. Their website to buy drinks is really cool and they just sent me an email on their new wellbeing drinks. At Sharper Image the sales guy told me the Flavia is made by the company that makes M&Ms and Milky Way and now know why the Flavia drinks taste so good. There is also no where near the same clean up required for Flavia that I had to do with the Tassimo. I should have listened to the sales rep at Bloomingdales and not bought the Tassimo from the start.
Excellent machine and very versitile! November 19, 2005
39 out of 40 found this review helpful
Ok, bear with me. I have read all the reviews on Tassimo, Keurig and Flavia until I was so confused I could not see straight. I have a coffe maker, tea kettle and espresso/cappuccino machine. So, I went to Linens N Things and bought a Keurig after talking to a store clerk. Thought the coffee sounded better than Tassimo (I grew up and love European coffee-mud). Got it home to realize, oops, it did not make cappuccino or espresso. Bad for me. Didn't make tea or hot chocolate either. Went back and spoke with the store manager who knew alot more than the clerk. I was convinced and purchased the Tassimo. For a person who loves strong coffee, it does the trick. I have on order the european java's and cannot wait to get them. Here are some reply's that I have for the poor ratings some people gave the machine.
1. Cleaning is easy.If you have ever owned a cappuccino machine you know about pain in the butt cleaning. Everything comes apart and all you do is rinse the pieces under water after use. Most pieces are diswasher safe too.
2. Coffee can be made strong if you read the instructions. I was told by the manager to hit the button when the strength was where I wanted it and she was right. The Gevalia signature was great without a bitter taste. I did the same with the cappuccino. Got a great coffee. And, oh the Suchard's hot chocolate, yum!!!
3. Here is another interesting point. Kraft who is the owner of the T-discs has the exclusive rights the soon to be upcoming Starbucks coffee pods which will hopefully be released next year. 3 other store managers told me this and I read it on the Kraft/Starbucks website. Tassimo and Starbucks, wow!!!!
I now have taken off my counter 3 other appliances and have my Tassimo right there. It is a Braun which is a great manufacturer. Not everyone is going to like it, it is personal preference but it does everything that the others don't. I am personally willing to wait to see what falvor T-discs come out next year.
The only thing I have not tried is the tea until my shipment of Gevalia comes becuase I don't like Twining's but I can't wait.
Hope this helps some people determine which one to get. It is also nice when your shipments of T-discs can be sent to your house during the holidays sparing you having to brave the lines at the stores (free shipping also offerred). It is also nice when you can buy them at the grocery store too. I wrote off the Flavia becuase I don't want to have to send an appliance back to an internet store if it does not work and be left with nothing. I also like dealing with people face to face. For the people who had Tassimo's that acted up, I hope your new one's work for you so that you can benefit from the great products it makes.
Have a great day and thanks for listening.
(Addendum: Received the Gevalia tea, smashing! and the European blends, unreal. Xmas order was to be here 12/16, came today 11/28- excellent service. Going to buy some for Xmas gifts!!!)
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