Municipal water (any water that comes out of your pipes) tends to be high in minerals like fluoride and calcium. While a certain amount of these minerals is beneficial for your teeth, they are not ideal for kitchen appliances that use a lot of water. Espresso machines, in particular, suffer when municipal water is heated, causing these minerals to solidify as limescale (calcium carbonate). Over time, this can build up in your machine’s pipes, leading to reduced efficiency, altered taste, and even physical damage.

Fortunately, this issue can be easily prevented with the use of a filter like Gaggia’s Brita Intenza+ filter. This specific filter is designed for use with Gaggia’s range of fully automatic bean-to-cup machines. It reduces your water’s mineral content, protecting your machine from limescale, thereby optimising its performance and extending its lifespan. The filter can be set to one of three levels based on your water’s hardness: 1 for soft water, 2 for medium water, and 3 for hard water. Additionally, it filters out other impurities such as chlorine, copper, and lead, improving the taste of your coffee.

Gaggia Brita Intenza+ Filter features and specifications

• Protects your machine from limescale buildup
• Adjustable settings for different levels of water hardness
• Optimises and prolongs the life of your espresso machine
• Enhances the flavour of your coffee
• 1 cartridge lasts 2 months
• Compatible with the following Gaggia bean-to-cup machines: Brera, Platinum, Accademia, Anima, Cadorna, Magenta