Best Saeco Espresso Makers for Baristas
Saeco
- 1 RECOMMENDED by 3 people for BARISTAS
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$349.00 Est. at Amazon
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i finally bit the bullet and purchased one for our home.
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the priming of the pump was a bit frustrating but quickly figured it out and was off and running with great coffee drinks from my own kitchen.
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i've had a lot of espresso machines over the last 20 years, both at home for personal use and also in a small office, and this is definitely one of the better quality machines i've had.
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my wife used to live at starbucks, now she has it at home.
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the machine is not noisy and it looks good in the kitchen.
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Budding baristas, latte enthusiasts and coffee gourmands have more choices than ever when it comes to espresso makers. You can have complete control of your cappuccino or let a smart, fast machine take care of all the fuss for you.
Firstly, consider your price. It's always true that you get what you pay for, and if you don't want to spend more than $100, you're better off buying a regular coffee maker -- or going to the cafe. A quality espresso maker will cost at least $200, and many are usually more.
But if you're prepared to invest in your morning jolt, there are many different types of espresso makers available: steam, semi-automatic, automatic, super-automatic and lever. If you're an experienced barista who prefers total freedom, a lever espresso maker is probably your best bet. If you're new to making coffee or don't want to be bothered, an automatic or super-automatic machine makes espresso a cinch.
Size is an obvious concern. First, measure how much counter space you have available so you know which models will fit your kitchen. Then consider the size of the boiler you need. If you're only going to brew a few shots at a time, a machine with a 3 or 5 ounce boiler will be better for you. If you'd like to brew in larger quantities, you're going to want a boiler size of at least 7 ounces. They take longer to heat up, but will be able to accommodate all of your entertainment -- or caffeine-addiction -- needs.
