The Tassimo system uses a unique capsule called a Tassimo disc (T-Disc). Each T-Disc has a bar code printed on its label. Once inserted, the Tassimo machine reads the bar code to calculate the amount of water, brewing time, and temperature for the specific beverage.

Kraft Foods Inc. owns Tassimo and manufactures the T-Discs. Bosch, who manufactures the coffee makers for Tassimo, is a large German manufacturing company.