Salton is proud to present a complete line of Melitta coffee makers, espresso machines, electric tea kettles and coffee preparation products. Each product has been carefully designed to offer the consumer ingenuity, speed and styling. Melitta's rich heritage, beginning with the invention of the first paper coffee filter in 1908 by German homemaker Melitta Benz, includes a wide array of world-famous coffee products. Over the years, Melitta has perfected the cone filtration system. Today, Melitta's patented cone filter papers are the number-one selling filters in the world. For four consecutive years, Melitta 100% Arabica coffee has been awarded the distinction of "America's best tasting coffee" by The American Tasting Institute. These same high standards are now available in Melitta Coffee Electrics. For the ultimate cup of coffee, use Melitta coffee, filters and coffeemakers together. Enjoy!