Forget the free-kicks, the fragrance line, and the family fued. David Beckham has traded the pitch for the kitchen bench. And he’s bringing the same precision he once brought to a 35-yard free-kick to something far closer to home: your morning coffee.
Enter the Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro Espresso Machine by David Beckham. And, with it proof that the man who once bent a ball round a wall of Greek defenders is just as good when it comes to grind size, brew temperature and milk froth. Golden Balls has officially become Golden Portafilter. And we’re ready for a cuppa.
Posh Meets Pro
Six months in development, this isn’t a case of slapping a famous face on a box and calling it a day. The Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro comes decked out in bead-blasted matte black stainless steel, an ebony wood handle and gold accents. Plus, a finish so sleek even Posh herself might approve of it sitting on the kitchen bench next to the good china. Beckham says the design draws on “the natural materials of the English countryside,” But don’t let the good looks fool you – this thing has serious skills coming off the bench … (er, benchtop).
The Tech That Actually Brings Its A-Game
Barista Assist Technology is the machine’s answer to a world-class midfielder. It reads the game and makes the calls for you. It dishes out customised grind-size recommendations, weight-based dosing and active brew adjustments for temperature and pressure . As a result, every cup lands as cleanly as a Beckham corner kick. No more guesswork, no more sour or bitter surprises. Just balanced flavour, every time.
Then there’s the 3-in-1 system – espresso, rapid cold brew and filter coffee, all from one very good-looking appliance. Think of it as Beckham’s positional versatility on the pitch: right wing, centre mid, wherever you need him, he delivers. On offer:
- 5 Espresso styles – single, double, quad, ristretto and lungo
- 2 Cold brew styles – cold-pressed espresso or cold brew coffee
- 3 Filter coffee styles – classic, rich or over ice
- An independent hot water system for long blacks, tea and hot chocolate (for the non-coffee drinkers on the team)
The integrated conical burr grinder brings 25 grind settings to the table, while the built-in scale takes care of weight-based dosing. And when it comes to milk, the Dual Froth System Pro steams and whisks dairy or plant-based milk simultaneously for silky microfoam, with five preset functions: steamed milk, microfoam, thick froth, extra-thick froth and cold foam. Basically, your flat white is about to get the kind of assist Beckham used to deliver from a dead-ball 35 yards out.
Worried about mess? The integrated tamper delivers perfect, evenly distributed pucks at the push of a lever. No grounds scattered across the counter like a poorly defended set piece. And once you’re done, everything – baskets, brush, cleaning disc – tucks away into built-in storage, keeping your benchtop as tidy as Beckham’s hair on wedding day.
Ready for Kick-Off
The limited-edition Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro Espresso Machine by David Beckham (ES771BKANZ) launches today (28 August). And is available online at sharkninja.com.au, sharkninja.co.nz and participating retailers.
So whether you’re a flat white loyalist, an espresso martini enthusiast, or just someone who wants their kitchen to look like it belongs in a Beckham lookbook – this one’s worth the transfer fee.
Free-kick not included. Excellent coffee, guaranteed.
