Melitta Bentz
Melitta Bentz | |
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| Born | Amalie Auguste Melitta Liebscher 31 January 1873 |
| Died | 29 June 1950 (aged 77) |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur |
| Spouse | Hugo Bentz |
| Children | 3 |
Amalie Auguste Melitta Bentz (née Liebscher, January 31, 1873 – June 29, 1950) was a German inventor and entrepreneur known for revolutionizing the process of coffee brewing with her invention of the coffee filter. Her company, Melitta, has long been a significant leader in the coffee industry. Her contributions enhanced coffee preparation methods and influenced coffee culture around the world.