The Saeco Talea Giro takes coffee beans, but can it take pods or capsules?
The Saeco Talea Giro can only take coffee beans or pre-ground coffee. • This machine uses a ceramic grinder, whereas other Saeco super-automatic coffee centers use a stainless steel burr grinder. What’s the difference? The newest generation of Saeco units are fitted with durable ceramic cutting burrs, which are extremely robust, and deliver a quieter grind than stainless cutting burrs. Furthermore, the construction of this grinder makes for a more even grind than previous metal grinders, which means less coffee dust, and less residue left over in your cup. • What’s the difference between this machine and other Saeco super-automatic coffee centers? As with most of the newest Saeco units, like the Primea series and Odea series, the Talea line features Saeco SBS brewing system. In addition, the Talea Giro utilizes Rapid Steam for fast steam/brew recovery times, takes advantage of a longer steam arm which can be connected to the Saeco Milk Frothing Island, and features a total redesign in