Wacaco was founded in 2013 in Hong Kong by Jessie Wang and Hugo Cailletton, with a mission to provide high-quality, portable espresso machine while minimizing environmental impact. The company is known for innovation and sustainability in coffee technology.
Key product milestones, including their focus on the portable coffee machine :
Minipresso (2014): The world's first piston-driven handheld espresso machine, gaining popularity for its eco-friendly design.
Nanopresso (2017): A more advanced and versatile portable espresso machine, earning industry recognition.
Pipamoka (2019): A portable pressure brewer, winning the IF Design Award in 2021.
Cuppamoka (2020): A portable pour-over coffee maker, winning the IF Design Gold Award in 2022.
Picopresso (2021): A compact, professional-grade espresso machine, winning the Red Dot Design Award in 2022.
Minipresso NS2 (2022): An eco-friendly capsule espresso machine made from bio-mass materials, reducing plastic use.
The company's growth led to opening its own production facilities in China in 2021, ensuring quality control and product availability. Wacaco continues to push boundaries in portable coffee technology, offering innovative solutions for coffee lovers on the go.
