Melitta Filtertüten Original 102

Melitta coffee filters were invented in 1908 by Melitta Bentz in Dresden, Germany. She famously used a brass pot and a piece of blotting paper from her son's schoolbook to create a cleaner cup of coffee without the bitterness of grounds. This invention revolutionized coffee brewing and led to the founding of the Melitta brand.

Today, Melitta is a global leader in coffee preparation products. While the brand is synonymous with the cone-shaped paper filters seen in the image, the company also produces coffee beans and coffee machines. Manufacturing remains significant in Germany, specifically in Minden, where the company is headquartered. However, the group has expanded its production footprint to various international locations to serve global markets.

The Melitta Group remains a privately held, family-owned business, overseen by descendants of the founder. It operates through various subsidiaries globally, such as Melitta Europa and Melitta North America, ensuring the legacy of the original 1908 invention continues into the future.