Keurig Alta Preorders Open at $499.99, Shipping October 21st
Keurig's Alta coffee machine is now available for preorder at $499.99, bundled with glassware and six boxes of AltaRounds. Shipping starts October 21st.
Keurig has opened preorders for the Alta, its new coffee machine, priced at $499.99. The company expects shipping to begin on October 21st.
The Alta is sold as part of a bundle that includes glassware and six boxes of AltaRounds. Six caffeinated varieties of AltaRounds will be available at launch, including light roast, medium roast, and flavored options.
The machine is Wi-Fi connected and can be updated to include more recipes as new AltaRounds varieties are released.
Background
Two years ago, Keurig first showed off the Alta machine while introducing the puck-shaped AltaRounds, which wrap pressed coffee grounds in a plant-based coating derived from seaweed.
According to CNET, the AltaRounds are 100 percent compostable and currently come in plastic wrappers while the company works to transition to paper wrappers.
Quick answers
How much does the Keurig Alta cost?
The Keurig Alta is priced at $499.99 and is available for preorder now.
When will the Keurig Alta ship?
Shipping for the Keurig Alta is expected to start on October 21st.
What comes with the Keurig Alta bundle?
The bundle includes the Alta machine, glassware, and six boxes of AltaRounds.