Torre Luigino Cool Touch – dual-circuit espresso machine with heat exchanger
Wooden handle in hand, the ERGOLIFT lever lowers, and the espresso starts to flow – a compact machine that brings warmth and craftsmanship to the counter.
The Torre Luigino Cool Touch is a compact dual-circuit machine with a heat exchanger, handmade in Italy. Stainless steel housing, real wooden handles, and the E61 group with ERGOLIFT lever give it a warm, classic presence.
Heat exchanger: brewing and steaming at the same time
The insulated 1.5-litre copper boiler carries an internal heat exchanger: espresso, steam, and hot water are produced simultaneously, just like at the bar. The vibration pump builds up the pressure, a solid-state relay controls the heating. Two manometers show boiler and pump pressure.
E61 and wooden handles
The E61 group with thermosiphon circulation keeps the brew temperature stable, the ERGOLIFT lever runs smoothly. Steam and hot water flow through a rotary valve with a wooden handle. The removable 2.5-litre tank and the cup tray make everyday use easy. With espresso, there's no right or wrong – grind size, dose, and ratio are the variables to adjust, 1:2 is a good start.
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At a glance
| Type |
Dual-circuit (heat exchanger) |
| Brew group |
E61 thermosiphon, ERGOLIFT lever |
| Boiler |
1.5 L copper, internal heat exchanger |
| Pump |
Vibration pump |
| Control |
Solid-state relay (SSR) |
| Display |
Dual manometer (boiler + pump) |
| Valves |
Rotary valve with wooden handle |
| Water tank |
2.5 L, removable |
| Dimensions |
260 × 410 × 395 mm |
| Housing |
Stainless steel with wooden handles |
| Brand |
Torre (Italy) |
Who it's for
For anyone looking for a compact heat exchanger with a classic, warm character, who likes to brew and steam at the same time – at home or in a small office.
Order directly online
Delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2 to 4 business days. Click and Collect in Bern, Gerberngasse 44 or Zurich, Hagenholzstrasse 50b – let us know, and we will check whether the machine is currently on display there. Financing available. A private barista course is included with your purchase, where we go through extraction and the espresso ritual together. The course is for up to two people from the same household or company attending together and must take place within one month of the machine's delivery – after that, the entitlement expires. Get in touch with us for the course and we'll find a date together. Questions about the machine or the setup: [email protected] or by phone during business hours.
What goes with it
A machine is only as good as what's freshly ground beside it. Fresh grinding happens with our coffee grinders – affordable and precise from the Varia range, or beautifully engineered with the Weber Workshops EG-1. For dose and ratio, a scale: compact from the Normcore range or with an app from the Acaia collection. For even tamping, use a tamper. Not sure about the combination? Our machine and grinder advisor can help.
Frequently asked questions
What does dual-circuit mean for the Cool Touch?
It has a copper boiler with an internal heat exchanger and delivers espresso, steam, and hot water at the same time.
How does it differ from the Luigino TSP?
The Cool Touch has a vibration pump and a rotary valve with a wooden handle. The TSP adds Smart PID, an OLED display, and a rotary pump.
How big is the machine?
A compact 260 × 410 × 395 mm – it fits on most kitchen counters.
Which grinder suits it?
An espresso grinder with fine adjustment. The Varia range is the affordable choice, the Weber Workshops EG-1 offers even more grind quality – both in our coffee grinders.
Can I see the Cool Touch before buying?
That depends on whether the Cool Touch is on display right now. Our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) show a wide selection, but not our entire range – it is too large for that, and the display changes. Drop us a quick line at [email protected] before your visit, and we will check whether the Cool Touch is currently there.
Roastery tip
Fresh coffee makes the difference. Full-bodied and chocolatey, it's Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight. For maximum body without acidity, the Very Nutty, for a brighter, fruitier profile, the Wild Peach. That's our recommendation, one of many.
