This Terra Kaffe TK-02 Espresso Machine Has Me Hooked — Snag It at $300 Off

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I don't like to admit it, but I spend a lot of money on coffee. Dunkin' is my first love because the inconsistency intrigues me, but I'm a local at most neighborhood Starbucks locations, and of course, every coffee shop in northern Chicago. What can I say? Coffee tastes much better when I'm not the one making it.

Though I've historically been anti-making coffee at home, I recently had the opportunity to test the Terra Kaffe TK-02, a barista-level automatic espresso machine that essentially does all the work for you. And, while an espresso machine pushing its price over a grand did leave me questioning a lot, I have to say, I'm extremely impressed with the performance of this at-home espresso maker.

Dare I say something that's going to send shivers down my spine? It's worth the money. All $1,695 of it. Why? I haven't spent money on a single cup of coffee since I began testing this machine two months ago, which has already saved me hundreds. And just in time for Valentine's Day, the Terra Kaffe TK-02 can be yours at a sweet discount. From Jan. 22 through Feb. 10, you can get $200 off the TK-02 or $300 off when you bundle it with a coffee subscription. It's available in both white and black, so you can pick the one that fits your kitchen vibe.

Now, here's where the TK-02 really flexes: it can make pretty much anything. Drip coffee (not just espresso with hot water added to it), latte, macchiato, iced coffee, straight espresso that could power a small city — whatever gets you up in the morning is on the menu. You can customize drinks to your exact specifications (which you can also name!), so if you're that person who needs a half-caf, extra-hot, no-foam caramel oat milk latte with three and a quarter pumps of syrup, congratulations, your dream machine has arrived. I mean, you'll have to pump the syrup in yourself, but the TK-02 has the power to do the rest without hesitation.

What I really like about the TK-02 is that it remembers. It syncs your drink preferences to your personal account (which connects to your smartphone through the Terra Kaffe app), so your custom creations stay locked and loaded so you won't lose them. This is perfect for someone like me — the type of person who orders something new at Starbucks and then forgets what I'm drinking halfway through. These days, even if my brain blanks out, the app has my back and remembers exactly what I want when tomorrow morning rolls around.

And, yes, I mentioned that app, didn't I? The app allows you to brew your coffee from wherever, even if you aren't home while the brewing occurs. Say you're five minutes away from your front door, the Terra Kaffe app lets you brew whatever it is you want from however far away you are so you've got the perfect cup waiting for you when you get home. Just be sure to keep a mug in the right spot so you don't make a mess.

Speaking of mess, one of my favorite parts of the TK-02 isn't even its coffee-making capabilities — it's how efficient its technology is when alerting users when it's time to clean. The screen tells users every single time something's awry before making a cup of coffee. Maybe the drip tray is filled, maybe you're out of beans, maybe the waste bin is full — the TK-02 will let you know so you don't make a mess in the kitchen. It stays vigilant so your counters keep their shine.

I'll admit, I've been burned by fancy coffee gadgets before — machines that promise the world but deliver coffee that tastes like it's been filtered through a pair of gym socks. The TK-02, though? It's in a league of its own. It's not just the many drink options, the app that remembers my questionable choices, or even the fact that it cleans itself like some sort of caffeinated fairy godmother. What really sets it apart is that it doesn't just make coffee; it makes coffee right. From real drip coffee to barista-level foam, it's like having a café in my kitchen that doesn't judge my 3 p.m. espresso habit.

At $1,695, it's not exactly a casual purchase, but I gotta remind you: I haven't spent money on a single cup of coffee since I started using this machine. And with the Valentine's Day sale, it's a bit easier to justify. Whether you go for $200 off or the $300 discount with a coffee subscription, you're making an investment in your daily happiness. If coffee is your love language, this is your soulmate. 

Treat yourself or a fellow coffee lover this season — it's the kind of gift that keeps on brewing.

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