Finding the best espresso machine
We have pre-selected the best machines for you. All you need to do is drop by our coffee house in Baarn. We’ve got the top brands lined up and ready for testing. If you buy your espresso machine from us you can be sure you’ll go home with the one that suits you perfectly. And you get a free barista workshop for two people (with machines from 400 euros).
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What espresso type are you?
Do you like to keep things simple? Then what you need is a fully automatic machine that does everything for you, including grinding the beans. If you like things neat and tidy, you might opt for handy servings that brew a great espresso with no mess. A hand-operated machine is the best choice if you want to personally influence the result and perfect the art of espresso brewing like a true barista.
How to make the perfect espresso |
Seven tips for buying an espresso machine
• Tip 1 : The taste of the espresso depends on the quality of the coffee and the machine.
• Tip 2: Pay attention to what it does as well as to how it looks.
• Tip 3: Make sure it’s made to last.
A good espresso machine should last for years. So pay attention to durability, especially of the pump and the thermostat.
• Tip 4: Make a clear decision: fast, clean and easy or true Barista style!
The choice of machine depends not only on the level of use (from 2 cups a day to constant use in offices, shops, waiting rooms etc) but also on the type of user.
• Tip 5: Test the machine in the shop before deciding to buy it.
• Tip 6: Sign up for a workshop and get the best out of your new machine. At a workshop you will learn all about grinding, dosing, brewing, extraction times, frothing, maintenance etc. In short you’ll become a ‘Master Espresso Maker’.
• Tip 7: Be sure to read the maintenance and guarantee conditions. |
