Espresso Machine
Espresso Machine
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Krups Pump Espresso Machine $129.95 Features: 1250-watt, 15-bar pump espresso machine. Boiler plate heating element. Filter holds 1 or 2 cups. ESE pod compatible for fool-proof espresso making (easy serving espresso pre-portioned pods). Steam nozzle for milk frothing. Removable drip tray and water tank. Space in back to store 2 filters and measuring spoons. |
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Gaggia Evolution Espresso Machine $299 Combining advanced technology with classic form, this 1425-watt espresso machine features a high-power 55-watt pump and heavy-duty, commercial-grade materials for quality that goes beyond the exterior. The unit’s high-wattage dual heating element boiler has a quick heat-up time, and its grouphead and portafilter are made of heavy-gauge chromed brass that allows for excellent temperature stability. To take the guesswork out of brewing cafe-style espresso at home, the machine offers simple fingertip controls, is approved for use with Illy pods, and includes all necessary temperature ready lights. For added convenience, the unit?s self-priming pump reduces prep time, and its Turbo Frother steam wand quickly froths milk. The machine’s laterally removable water reservoir allows for easy filling or cleaning–simply slide it to the left and pour the water in. Other useful features include a large drip tray, a stainless-steel grill, vibration-resistant rubber mounts for stability, and a warming plate to accommodate cups. Two stainless-steel filter baskets (single and double shot), a coffee tamper, and a 7-gram measuring scoop are included, along with an instruction manual and a tutorial CD-ROM. Designed in Italy by Gaggia, one of the most respected names in the espresso industry, the machine measures 8-3/4 by 10-1/2 by 13-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty. |
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Gaggia Accademia Espresso Machine $2999 Make the perfect hand-crafted drink every time with the Gaggia Accademia Espresso Machine (1003380). This all-in-one espresso machine will make you feel like a real barista making the perfect drink for you and your friends or family. The seven (7) programmable drink options allow you to customize your machine to fit your preferences, allowing you to make your favorite drink at just the touch of a button! This machine can also be programmed to remember your preferences in terms of coffee boldness & strength, milk froth, and much more. Two (2) dedicated boilers allow you to brew one (1) or (2) cups of espresso at the same time, freeing you up and allowing you to prepare your food or get some sugar while you wait. The stainless steel front panel and metallic look help to also make this espresso machine one of the best looking on the market, making it a great-looking conversation piece in your kitchen or office. Perfect for those coffee lovers who don’t want to spend a lot for a latte or cappuccino, this unit will make the perfect drink every time. Programmable Settings: Seven (7) drink options and 7-10 cup coffee quantity allow you to customize your coffee experience to your preferences Opti-Dose Feature: This unique feature adjusts the amount of coffee used per cup, allowing you a stronger or weaker blend Capacity: The 17 L water tank and 0.5 L milk carafe give you a bountiful amount of liquid for each brewed drink |
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DeLonghi 35-oz. Espresso Machine $149.95 This 15-bars pump-driven machine is truly a unique appliance for any espresso guru. Its patented dual-function filter holder accommodates two separate attachments. Its patented Sempra Crema filter enhances the brewing process to produce the perfect crema, or essence of perfect espresso. For use with pods or ground espresso, this filter holder makes espresso preparation simple and convenient. The patented cappuccino frother includes a special chamber where steam and milk are mixed to create a rich, creamy froth for the perfect addition to your espresso or coffee. Features: PATENTED DUAL-FUNCTION FILTER HOLDER: unique filter holder accommodates two separate attachments. The patented sempre crèma filter, used with two measures of ground coffee, enhances the brewing process to produce a perfect crèma. Distinguished by its caramel color, the crèma is the essence of authentic espresso. The E.S.E. (Easy Serving Espresso) filter, used with pods or one measure of ground coffee, makes espresso preparation simple and convenient. PATENTED CAPPUCCINO SYSTEM FROTHER: Adjustable frother includes a special chamber that mixes steam and milk to create a rich creamy froth. It’s perfect for making the ideal cappuccino, latté or any other frothy-milk drink. 35-OUNCE/1-LITER REMOVABLE WATER TANK allows for convenient filling and easy cleaning. It also includes a convenient water level indicator. STAINLESS-STEEL BOILER: Made of durable, high-quality stainless steel, you can count on getting great espresso for years to come. REMOVABLE DRIP TRAY makes cleanup hassle free. TWO SEPARATE THERMOSTATS: Because water temperature and steam pressure are separately controlled, you can make espresso, cappuccino or latté at the perfect temperature for each. SELF-PRIMING OPERATION lets you make your favorite beverage quickly and easily, with no annoying start-up preparation. |
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DeLonghi 48-oz. Espresso Machine $249.95 The De’Longhi Espresso Maker has a patented dual-function filter holder for use with ground espresso. This unique filter mixes air into the brewing process to produce a perfect crema. Distinguished by it’s caramel color, the crema is the essence of authentic espresso. The filter also accommodates E.S.E. pods. This great espresso machine offers a cappuccino system frother that mixes steam and milk to create a rich creamy froth. It’s perfect for making cappuccinos, lattes or any other frothy milk coffee beverages. The 48-oz. (1.4-L.) removable water tank can be filled right at the sink. Plus cleaning the tank has never been easier. The large removable drip tray also lends itself to easy, hassle-free, clean up. And the cup storage tray is perfect for warm, ready to use cups. Features: 15 bars pump-driven machine. Patented filter holder can use ground coffee or pods. Patented frother mixes steam and milk to create a rich, creamy froth. 48-oz. (1.4-L.) removable water tank. Removable drip tray makes cleaning up hassle-free. Cup storage for warm, ready-to-use cups. Self-priming operation. Stainless steel boiler. Two separate thermostats. |
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DeLonghi Compact Magnifica Espresso Machine $999.95 Get top-of-the-line performance in a compact package with the DeLonghi Compact Magnifica Espresso Machine (ECAM23210B). This fully featured machine lets you brew coffee, espresso, cappuccino, and latte drinks all from the same unit. The Direct-to-Brew system provides excellent grinding and heat distribution, ensuring you get only the freshest espresso or coffee. The conical burr grinder produces consistent, fresh, and aromatic espresso or coffee to your own liking with an adjustable grind setting. Among the Compact Magnifica’s many features are an instant reheat function, patented capuccino system frother, decalcification system, removable water tank (57oz), and a removable used coffee container and drip tray for easy cleaning. Controls for cup size, coffee strength and temperature all contribute to a perfect espresso experience. All-in-One Unit: This machine handles brewing from start to finish, from the grinding of beans to the froth for your cappuccino or latte Decalcification System: An automatic decalcification indicator light alerts you when it’s time to clean the machine Instant Reheat: The instant reheat function heats the core of the machine, maintaining an ideal temperature for brewing |
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Gaggia Espresso Color Machine Red $249 Make a statement with the Gaggia Espresso Color Machine Red (model: 12700)! This semi-automatic espresso machine is housed in bright red ABS plastic for a stunning, exceptional design. Using a stainless steel boiler, it brews pods or ground coffee and includes filter baskets for brewing single shot, double shot, or pods. The group head and filter holder are made of heat-retaining chrome plated brass for long-lasting heat stability, and you can pre-heat your cups on the passively heated cup warmer. Don’t forget about those cappuccinos and lattes! A Pannarello frothing wand attachment makes it easy to foam and steam milk without a fuss. This is perfect for for espresso lovers and home baristas at any stage of experience. This machine comes ready to please! |
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Gaggia New Baby Espresso Machine $399 The Gaggia New Baby Espresso Machine (model: 121BAB) is packed with all of the classic features that have stood the test of time during the past 25 years, including simple controls, a commercial-style portafilter made of chrome-plated brass, and a clean, attractive silhouette. The powerful, high-wattage boiler heats up in just a few minutes, and the 15-bar pump ensures a great espresso extraction every time! The chrome-plated marine brass commercial-style portafilter is fabulous for use with ground coffee or ESE coffee pods! This machine also lets you create cappuccinos and lattes with the greatest of ease using the Gaggia Turbo Frother! Wake up with the delicious cup of coffee! |
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Krups 203 Electric Coffee and Spice Grinder with Stainless-Steel Blades … |
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Keurig B60 Special Edition Gourmet Single-Cup Home-Brewing System … |
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Keurig B40 Elite Brewing System $84.99 The Elite Brewing System is Keurig’s gourmet home brewing made affordable. The Elite Brewing System, the most affordably priced Keurig kitchen brewing system, offers K-Cup® coffee, tea and hot cocoa brewing as the elite choice to any drip coffee maker. The Elite offers two cup sizes for brewing options with the programmable feature of Auto Off. The 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to 6… |
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Coffeeduck Classic: Permanent Refillable Coffee Filter for the Senseo models HD7810-HD7812 $19.95 Introducing the COFFEEDUCK, a new innovation for Senseo owners (does not work with the Senseo Supreme or Senseo Deluxe). The COFFEEDUCK works with your favorite coffee. From now on YOU control the flavour, strength and amount of coffee from your Senseo. The COFFEEDUCK can also be used with one or two regular paper pods, so if you ever lose your Senseo pod holders, you can still make pod coffee! Yo… |
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Krups F4720057 Duofilters for Water Filtration for Krups Coffee Makers, 2-Pack $7.74 Activated charcoal duo filters leave water cleaner and fresher for better tasting coffee every time. Helps your brewer last longer by reducing chlorine, sediments, and impurities. Duo water filter cartridges fit most Krups coffeemakers. Water filtration reduces chlorine and sediments from water, leaving clean, fresh water for the best tasting coffee. provides longer machine life by reducing lime s… |
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Aeropress Stainless Steel Coffee Filter $15.99 The DISK coffee filter is a stainless steel filter designed for use in the Aeropress coffee maker. Made in USA.This reusable stainless steel filter disk eliminates the need for costly paper filter replacements when using the Aeropress…. |
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HP Wireless Comfort Mobile Mouse (Moonlight) $15.98 Combining style and on-the-go comfort, the ergonomically designed wireless HP Comfort Mouse in Moonlight provides uncompromising performance and advanced features at an affordable price. High-Tech travel design: Sleek Moonlight finish, blue LED and contoured edges give this mouse a distinctive style. Compact size makes it easy to take with your laptop–around the house or on the road. Ultra-… |
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Cuisinart DTC-975BKN Thermal 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black $94.99 Fully automatic with 24 hour programmability 12 cup double-wall insulated stainless steel carafe Patented Brew Through & Pour Through Lid that keeps air out and coffee fresh and hot for hours Automatically shuts off and sounds a “beep” after brewing is complete Brew Pause Feature lets you enjoy a cup of coffee before brewing has finished Easy to see water level indicator Includes instructio… |
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Cuisinart DCC-1100BK 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black $50.00 This classically designed coffeemaker is accented with stainless steel for a look that is sure to enhance your countertop. The 12-cup carafe features an ergonomic handle, dripless spout and knuckle guard for comfortable, drip-free pouring. Fully automatic, the DCC-1100 has 24-hour programmability and 1-4 cup setting for those times when you don?t need a full cup of coffee. The Brew Pause(tm) featu… |
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Cuisinart SS-700 Single Serve Brewing System, Silver – Powered by Keurig $141.89 Perfect for both personal use and entertaining%2C this single%2Dserve home%2Dbrewing system offers consumers fresh gourmet coffee%2C tea%2C hot cocoa%2C and more in under one minute%2E Choose either 4%2C 6%2C 8%2C or 10 ounce from the icon on brewing size options%2E Using Keurig K%2DCups%97featuring over two hundred varieties of pre%2Dmeasured%2C premium brand coffee and tea%2D%2Dthis brewer%92s i… |
Coffee Espresso Machine: Tips for Buying the Perfect One for You
Imagine yourself relaxing into your favorite chair, at your favorite table by the window, holding your warm cappuccino. You savor the aroma and admire the frothy, foamy peak your barista brought to life. It’s nice and peaceful. No noisy chatter. Just quiet.
And here’s the best part: your car keys are sitting on your dresser, and you’re still in your pajamas. And that talented barista who has mastered the art of foam? That’s you! You’ve created your own quaint little cafe right here at home, with your very own coffee espresso machine.
Think this is impossible? Think again! There are many different types of espresso machines on the market that are made especially for home use, ranging from very basic and affordable, right up to the same machines used by professional baristas.
However, before you rush into investing in a coffee espresso machine, take some time to do your homework and consider your needs and preferences. How often do you plan to make espresso drinks at home? Do you also drink a lot of brewed coffee? (Some machines have dual brewing capabilities.) How important is the milk frothing capability to you? If you have preferences in any areas such as these, this will help you narrow down the possibilities.
Also consider any preferences you may have about how your espresso drinks are made. For instance, my favorite part of an espresso shot is the crema – that’s the caramel-colored, creamy foam that forms on a perfectly pulled shot. When you pour shots from a shot glass into the mug, most of the crema gets left behind, so I prefer a coffee espresso machine that is tall enough to fit the whole mug, so I can enjoy the entire shot in my drink.
Here are the basic types of coffee espresso machines on the market:
What is the Pump Coffee Espresso Machine?
This is the best but most expensive type of machine to buy. The pump coffee espresso machine is called this because they use a pump to keep the water pressure at the appropriate level, which produces the best and most consistent shot of espresso. These machines are primarily made for commercial use, and are usually very large, heavy, and noisy, but can be used at home.
About the Piston Coffee Espresso Machine
This type of machine uses a piston or lever system to manually maintain the optimum pressure required for a great shot of espresso. This type of coffee espresso machine requires little maintenance, and is much quieter than the pump machines. However, the lever may require a good deal of arm strength to keep the pressure at the right level, and it may take some practice to get the timing down. But if you’re willing to experiment and work out the process, you’ll be rewarded by a great shot, and a sense of accomplishment.
About the Steam Coffee Espresso Machine
This type of coffee espresso machine is typically smaller, easily accessible and relatively affordable, using heat to produce steam instead of a pump or piston to create the pressure. While the lower prices are definitely an advantage for steam machines, if you’re very particular about the quality of your espresso shots, you may find that the steam does not always produced the optimum pressure for the best tasting coffee. Also, maintaining enough steam to both pull shots and steam milk at the same time is sometimes difficult.
About Moka Pots
This type of machine costs the least of all the options, and requires only your stovetop. The moka pot is a two-part pot which uses boiling water and the steam to create pressure, which pushes the boiling water up through the espresso grounds rather than gravity simply pulling heated what down. The coffee tastes great, but since you cannot froth milk with a moka pot, it’s not for you if you really like your lattes and cappuccinos. But if you like a good espresso or a shot in the dark (brewed coffee with a shot of espresso added) and have a limited budget, give the moka pot a try.
Don’t be put off by the high prices on a coffee espresso machine. Take a few moments to consider what that daily latte is costing you. A latte can cost you as much as $4. If you’re like me, you average about five a week. That’s $975 a year! Over the course of time you may find that dropping the money once up front is worth the investment – especially when you consider the convenience of enjoying your favorite espresso beverage at home.
So take a little time to consider each of these options and how they fit with your preferences and needs. Whichever coffee espresso machine you choose to create your own cafe at home, you’ll be making your own espresso drinks for you and your friends and family – with or without the frothy foam peaks – in no time.
About the Author
Damen Choy, editor of Bulk Coffee Direct Coffee-Bean-Direct.com provides timely information about the coffee market, as well as tips and ideas for coffee lovers and their friends. Visit organic coffee to know the many benefits of buying organic coffee beans.
Selecting an Espresso Machine (part 1 of 2)
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Krups 203 Electric Coffee and Spice Grinder with Stainless-Steel Blades … |
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Keurig B60 Special Edition Gourmet Single-Cup Home-Brewing System … |
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Keurig B40 Elite Brewing System $84.99 The Elite Brewing System is Keurig’s gourmet home brewing made affordable. The Elite Brewing System, the most affordably priced Keurig kitchen brewing system, offers K-Cup® coffee, tea and hot cocoa brewing as the elite choice to any drip coffee maker. The Elite offers two cup sizes for brewing options with the programmable feature of Auto Off. The 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to 6… |
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Coffeeduck Classic: Permanent Refillable Coffee Filter for the Senseo models HD7810-HD7812 $19.95 Introducing the COFFEEDUCK, a new innovation for Senseo owners (does not work with the Senseo Supreme or Senseo Deluxe). The COFFEEDUCK works with your favorite coffee. From now on YOU control the flavour, strength and amount of coffee from your Senseo. The COFFEEDUCK can also be used with one or two regular paper pods, so if you ever lose your Senseo pod holders, you can still make pod coffee! Yo… |
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Krups F4720057 Duofilters for Water Filtration for Krups Coffee Makers, 2-Pack $7.74 Activated charcoal duo filters leave water cleaner and fresher for better tasting coffee every time. Helps your brewer last longer by reducing chlorine, sediments, and impurities. Duo water filter cartridges fit most Krups coffeemakers. Water filtration reduces chlorine and sediments from water, leaving clean, fresh water for the best tasting coffee. provides longer machine life by reducing lime s… |
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Aeropress Stainless Steel Coffee Filter $15.99 The DISK coffee filter is a stainless steel filter designed for use in the Aeropress coffee maker. Made in USA.This reusable stainless steel filter disk eliminates the need for costly paper filter replacements when using the Aeropress…. |
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HP Wireless Comfort Mobile Mouse (Moonlight) $15.98 Combining style and on-the-go comfort, the ergonomically designed wireless HP Comfort Mouse in Moonlight provides uncompromising performance and advanced features at an affordable price. High-Tech travel design: Sleek Moonlight finish, blue LED and contoured edges give this mouse a distinctive style. Compact size makes it easy to take with your laptop–around the house or on the road. Ultra-… |
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Cuisinart DTC-975BKN Thermal 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black $94.99 Fully automatic with 24 hour programmability 12 cup double-wall insulated stainless steel carafe Patented Brew Through & Pour Through Lid that keeps air out and coffee fresh and hot for hours Automatically shuts off and sounds a “beep” after brewing is complete Brew Pause Feature lets you enjoy a cup of coffee before brewing has finished Easy to see water level indicator Includes instructio… |
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Cuisinart DCC-1100BK 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black $50.00 This classically designed coffeemaker is accented with stainless steel for a look that is sure to enhance your countertop. The 12-cup carafe features an ergonomic handle, dripless spout and knuckle guard for comfortable, drip-free pouring. Fully automatic, the DCC-1100 has 24-hour programmability and 1-4 cup setting for those times when you don?t need a full cup of coffee. The Brew Pause(tm) featu… |
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Cuisinart SS-700 Single Serve Brewing System, Silver – Powered by Keurig $141.89 Perfect for both personal use and entertaining%2C this single%2Dserve home%2Dbrewing system offers consumers fresh gourmet coffee%2C tea%2C hot cocoa%2C and more in under one minute%2E Choose either 4%2C 6%2C 8%2C or 10 ounce from the icon on brewing size options%2E Using Keurig K%2DCups%97featuring over two hundred varieties of pre%2Dmeasured%2C premium brand coffee and tea%2D%2Dthis brewer%92s i… |
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