Breville The Barista Express Impress - Sea Salt
Breville's the Barista Express Impress Sea Salt BES876SST4IAN1 does just as its name says. Create third wave specialty coffee at home from bean to espresso in less than a minute once heated up, thanks the best of the Barista Express with the Impress Puck System allowing mess free, evenly packed doses measured and tamped to perfection. Achieve the perfect dose and a precise tamp while reducing the grinds on bench tops, ensuring a perfect espresso, latte or flat white with nine bars of pressure and 130 degrees of steam in the milk wand creating silky micro foam on top.
Breville's the Barista Express Impress Sea Salt BES876SST4IAN1 does just as its name says. Create third wave specialty coffee at home from bean to espresso in less than a minute once heated up, thanks the best of the Barista Express with the Impress Puck System allowing mess free, evenly packed doses measured and tamped to perfection. Achieve the perfect dose and a precise tamp while reducing the grinds on bench tops, ensuring a perfect espresso, latte or flat white with nine bars of pressure and 130 degrees of steam in the milk wand creating silky micro foam on top.
Breville's the Barista Express Impress Sea Salt BES876SST4IAN1 does just as its name says. Create third wave specialty coffee at home from bean to espresso in less than a minute once heated up, thanks the best of the Barista Express with the Impress Puck System allowing mess free, evenly packed doses measured and tamped to perfection. Achieve the perfect dose and a precise tamp while reducing the grinds on bench tops, ensuring a perfect espresso, latte or flat white with nine bars of pressure and 130 degrees of steam in the milk wand creating silky micro foam on top.
Breville's the Barista Express Impress Sea Salt BES876SST4IAN1 does just as its name says. Create third wave specialty coffee at home from bean to espresso in less than a minute once heated up, thanks the best of the Barista Express with the Impress Puck System allowing mess free, evenly packed doses measured and tamped to perfection. Achieve the perfect dose and a precise tamp while reducing the grinds on bench tops, ensuring a perfect espresso, latte or flat white with nine bars of pressure and 130 degrees of steam in the milk wand creating silky micro foam on top.
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This is my second Breville espresso machine. I originally had Breville Bambino Plus Espresso machine and really liked it. It is a standalone machine, ie did not have a built in grinder and tamp system, so I had to also purchase a coffee grinder. The Breville Barista Express Impress is a very easy machine to use and includes everything. It makes great espresso and the built in grinder is a great feature and very convenient with an added built in tamping system. It does take a few attempts at selecting the correct grind setting and puck dose, but the suggested setting, give or take a few turns one way or another, is generally spot on. One pull of the tamping handle and if the machine determines there isn’t enough grinds, it will signal you to add more, ie prompt you ... MoreThis is my second Breville espresso machine. I originally had Breville Bambino Plus Espresso machine and really liked it. It is a standalone machine, ie did not have a built in grinder and tamp system, so I had to also purchase a coffee grinder. The Breville Barista Express Impress is a very easy machine to use and includes everything. It makes great espresso and the built in grinder is a great feature and very convenient with an added built in tamping system. It does take a few attempts at selecting the correct grind setting and puck dose, but the suggested setting, give or take a few turns one way or another, is generally spot on. One pull of the tamping handle and if the machine determines there isn’t enough grinds, it will signal you to add more, ie prompt you to grind again. I love this feature as it takes a lot of the guess work out of the equation. Again, it takes a few attempts. I am still playing with the grind and tamped grinds to reach the “espresso” setting. Still not seeing the pressure gage reach the “espresso” setting either. On another note, I have noticed a lot of water in the drip tray (more than I feel should be based on videos). The water is clean so it isn’t from the coffee filter dripping. I have to contact support still to find out why and will update this review at that time.Review continuation,After having the Breville Barista Express Impress for a few months now, I’m very comfortable and find it even easier to use than when I first purchased it. It’s quick to grind and the automatic tamping is fantastic. I am still fiddling with the espresso pressure but it’s just a matter of trial and error. So far I have not made a bad tasting coffee at all! I find the steamer wand takes a little longer to heat up than previous milk frother steam wands, but it’s a matter of maybe 20-30 seconds vs 10-15 seconds. I wish the water reservoir was larger/held more water as I find I only get about 5-6 cups of espresso and then have to refill the tank. After watching some instructional videos, I also run a single cup through with no coffee to keep the machine clean so the overflow water tray also fills up quickly. Otherwise, I love this machine.
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I'm not hoity-toity when it comes to drinking coffee, I just enjoy a nice fresh cup of americano that's easy to make. This Breville espresso machine really did impress! I used to own a KitchenAid espresso maker. While it was a very good machine, it didn't come with a coffee bean grinder, so I had to buy a separate machine for grinding. Also, it was hard to get the grinds to be the correct grind size so the coffee would frequently come out too bitter or too watery, hard to get it just right. The grinds would usually be a watery mess afterwards. The Breville unit makes life SO much easier as you have a container at the top of the machine for you to pour whole beans into. With a press of a button, it automatically grinds the beans and fills the portafilter with the ... MoreI'm not hoity-toity when it comes to drinking coffee, I just enjoy a nice fresh cup of americano that's easy to make. This Breville espresso machine really did impress! I used to own a KitchenAid espresso maker. While it was a very good machine, it didn't come with a coffee bean grinder, so I had to buy a separate machine for grinding. Also, it was hard to get the grinds to be the correct grind size so the coffee would frequently come out too bitter or too watery, hard to get it just right. The grinds would usually be a watery mess afterwards. The Breville unit makes life SO much easier as you have a container at the top of the machine for you to pour whole beans into. With a press of a button, it automatically grinds the beans and fills the portafilter with the correct amount of coffee. Next by pressing down on the lever, you can then easily tamp the coffee with the correct pressure (with a light indicator showing you if it's enough coffee...things couldn't get any easier! If there were not enough ground coffee, you just have to press the "dose" button one more time and it automatically fills the portafilter correctly and remembers the dosage for next time. I do have a couple minor complaints. The footprint of the appliance is quite big, so it takes up a lot of precious kitchen counter space. Also, because the appliance is quite heavy, I wish the water refilling tank would be on the side of the machine, therefore making it easier to refill the tank. But because it's in the back, it makes things a bit more challenging, but these are just minor complaints. Overall, the machine feels premium, good quality materials, making the appliance feel very high end. Because it's so simple to use, it's definitely two thumbs up!
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I have been a long time Breville lover, 2nd Generation. My late mum was also one.I’m only young, under 30. However I have purchased many Breville Products, been gifted many and Gifted my share also seen many come and go growing up.Such as the Citrus Juicer Pro, The Rice Box, Barista Pro, smart toaster, pressure cooker, cafe milk frother and many more that are discontinued.Almost never am I disappointed in Breville as the technology is 3023 and products and constantly adapting to the times, price may have gone up for products steadily, however I don’t mind paying good money for amazing quality.This lasted invention as a fully trained and certified barista for 5 years is absolutely astounding. Still working out the kinks of the machine as I’ve only had it a ... MoreI have been a long time Breville lover, 2nd Generation. My late mum was also one.I’m only young, under 30. However I have purchased many Breville Products, been gifted many and Gifted my share also seen many come and go growing up.Such as the Citrus Juicer Pro, The Rice Box, Barista Pro, smart toaster, pressure cooker, cafe milk frother and many more that are discontinued.Almost never am I disappointed in Breville as the technology is 3023 and products and constantly adapting to the times, price may have gone up for products steadily, however I don’t mind paying good money for amazing quality.This lasted invention as a fully trained and certified barista for 5 years is absolutely astounding. Still working out the kinks of the machine as I’ve only had it a week and am loving every bit of it.It’s is very up to date with the latest commercial technology such as the built in tamper and automatic tamping for the Oracle, I love this cause it makes zero mess is easy to use (even for beginners). The colour is a major plus and this machine is also extremely quiet compared to my previous model the Barista Pro.This machine still lets me put my creative manual coffee skills to work without the machine doing everything.Highly recommended, takes a bit longer to heat up that the Barista Pro, but only by about 30 seconds. Worth the money if you ask me, or even the Oracle if you’re new to the coffee world and a little nervous to try something like this, however the Barista Express Impress is great to practice and apply your skills at home if your a new Barista or in Training.
| Colour | Sea Salt |
| Milk Frother | Yes |
| Wattage | 1850 |
| Construction | Stainless Steel |
| Time to Heat Up | 40 seconds |
Breville the Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine, BES876SST, Sea Salt
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Breville The Barista Express Impress Sea Salt Bes876sst
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This is my second Breville espresso machine. I originally had Breville Bambino Plus Espresso machine and really liked it. It is a standalone machine, ie did not have a built in grinder and tamp system, so I had to also purchase a coffee grinder. The Breville Barista Express Impress is a very easy machine to use and includes everything. It makes great espresso and the built in grinder is a great feature and very convenient with an added built in tamping system. It does take a few attempts at selecting the correct grind setting and puck dose, but the suggested setting, give or take a few turns one way or another, is generally spot on. One pull of the tamping handle and if the machine determines there isn’t enough grinds, it will signal you to add more, ie prompt you ... MoreThis is my second Breville espresso machine. I originally had Breville Bambino Plus Espresso machine and really liked it. It is a standalone machine, ie did not have a built in grinder and tamp system, so I had to also purchase a coffee grinder. The Breville Barista Express Impress is a very easy machine to use and includes everything. It makes great espresso and the built in grinder is a great feature and very convenient with an added built in tamping system. It does take a few attempts at selecting the correct grind setting and puck dose, but the suggested setting, give or take a few turns one way or another, is generally spot on. One pull of the tamping handle and if the machine determines there isn’t enough grinds, it will signal you to add more, ie prompt you to grind again. I love this feature as it takes a lot of the guess work out of the equation. Again, it takes a few attempts. I am still playing with the grind and tamped grinds to reach the “espresso” setting. Still not seeing the pressure gage reach the “espresso” setting either. On another note, I have noticed a lot of water in the drip tray (more than I feel should be based on videos). The water is clean so it isn’t from the coffee filter dripping. I have to contact support still to find out why and will update this review at that time.Review continuation,After having the Breville Barista Express Impress for a few months now, I’m very comfortable and find it even easier to use than when I first purchased it. It’s quick to grind and the automatic tamping is fantastic. I am still fiddling with the espresso pressure but it’s just a matter of trial and error. So far I have not made a bad tasting coffee at all! I find the steamer wand takes a little longer to heat up than previous milk frother steam wands, but it’s a matter of maybe 20-30 seconds vs 10-15 seconds. I wish the water reservoir was larger/held more water as I find I only get about 5-6 cups of espresso and then have to refill the tank. After watching some instructional videos, I also run a single cup through with no coffee to keep the machine clean so the overflow water tray also fills up quickly. Otherwise, I love this machine.
I'm not hoity-toity when it comes to drinking coffee, I just enjoy a nice fresh cup of americano that's easy to make. This Breville espresso machine really did impress! I used to own a KitchenAid espresso maker. While it was a very good machine, it didn't come with a coffee bean grinder, so I had to buy a separate machine for grinding. Also, it was hard to get the grinds to be the correct grind size so the coffee would frequently come out too bitter or too watery, hard to get it just right. The grinds would usually be a watery mess afterwards. The Breville unit makes life SO much easier as you have a container at the top of the machine for you to pour whole beans into. With a press of a button, it automatically grinds the beans and fills the portafilter with the ... MoreI'm not hoity-toity when it comes to drinking coffee, I just enjoy a nice fresh cup of americano that's easy to make. This Breville espresso machine really did impress! I used to own a KitchenAid espresso maker. While it was a very good machine, it didn't come with a coffee bean grinder, so I had to buy a separate machine for grinding. Also, it was hard to get the grinds to be the correct grind size so the coffee would frequently come out too bitter or too watery, hard to get it just right. The grinds would usually be a watery mess afterwards. The Breville unit makes life SO much easier as you have a container at the top of the machine for you to pour whole beans into. With a press of a button, it automatically grinds the beans and fills the portafilter with the correct amount of coffee. Next by pressing down on the lever, you can then easily tamp the coffee with the correct pressure (with a light indicator showing you if it's enough coffee...things couldn't get any easier! If there were not enough ground coffee, you just have to press the "dose" button one more time and it automatically fills the portafilter correctly and remembers the dosage for next time. I do have a couple minor complaints. The footprint of the appliance is quite big, so it takes up a lot of precious kitchen counter space. Also, because the appliance is quite heavy, I wish the water refilling tank would be on the side of the machine, therefore making it easier to refill the tank. But because it's in the back, it makes things a bit more challenging, but these are just minor complaints. Overall, the machine feels premium, good quality materials, making the appliance feel very high end. Because it's so simple to use, it's definitely two thumbs up!
I have been a long time Breville lover, 2nd Generation. My late mum was also one.I’m only young, under 30. However I have purchased many Breville Products, been gifted many and Gifted my share also seen many come and go growing up.Such as the Citrus Juicer Pro, The Rice Box, Barista Pro, smart toaster, pressure cooker, cafe milk frother and many more that are discontinued.Almost never am I disappointed in Breville as the technology is 3023 and products and constantly adapting to the times, price may have gone up for products steadily, however I don’t mind paying good money for amazing quality.This lasted invention as a fully trained and certified barista for 5 years is absolutely astounding. Still working out the kinks of the machine as I’ve only had it a ... MoreI have been a long time Breville lover, 2nd Generation. My late mum was also one.I’m only young, under 30. However I have purchased many Breville Products, been gifted many and Gifted my share also seen many come and go growing up.Such as the Citrus Juicer Pro, The Rice Box, Barista Pro, smart toaster, pressure cooker, cafe milk frother and many more that are discontinued.Almost never am I disappointed in Breville as the technology is 3023 and products and constantly adapting to the times, price may have gone up for products steadily, however I don’t mind paying good money for amazing quality.This lasted invention as a fully trained and certified barista for 5 years is absolutely astounding. Still working out the kinks of the machine as I’ve only had it a week and am loving every bit of it.It’s is very up to date with the latest commercial technology such as the built in tamper and automatic tamping for the Oracle, I love this cause it makes zero mess is easy to use (even for beginners). The colour is a major plus and this machine is also extremely quiet compared to my previous model the Barista Pro.This machine still lets me put my creative manual coffee skills to work without the machine doing everything.Highly recommended, takes a bit longer to heat up that the Barista Pro, but only by about 30 seconds. Worth the money if you ask me, or even the Oracle if you’re new to the coffee world and a little nervous to try something like this, however the Barista Express Impress is great to practice and apply your skills at home if your a new Barista or in Training.
When it comes to coffee, I've never ventured into the realm of Espresso machines. Trying out the Barista Express Impress has been an exciting experience!The build quality of the machine is great, and the functionality is streamlined in an attempt to make the somewhat complex process of espresso much simpler. For the most part they succeeded marvelously!Pros:> Great build quality> Streamlined process for making espresso. Overall very quick and makes a great cup consistently!> Dosing and tamping is very simple and automated. You get perfect tamping pressure every time, and the dosing automatically adjusts for futureCons:> You still need some knowledge about espresso to dial in the flavor of the espresso.> Importance of pressure dial/gauge on the front of ... MoreWhen it comes to coffee, I've never ventured into the realm of Espresso machines. Trying out the Barista Express Impress has been an exciting experience!The build quality of the machine is great, and the functionality is streamlined in an attempt to make the somewhat complex process of espresso much simpler. For the most part they succeeded marvelously!Pros:> Great build quality> Streamlined process for making espresso. Overall very quick and makes a great cup consistently!> Dosing and tamping is very simple and automated. You get perfect tamping pressure every time, and the dosing automatically adjusts for futureCons:> You still need some knowledge about espresso to dial in the flavor of the espresso.> Importance of pressure dial/gauge on the front of the machine is not emphasized> Booklet does not contain all instructions regarding advanced machine operation, there are however videos from Breville on how to do thisOverall the Barista Express Impress is a great product and it is fantastic at guaranteeing a consistent quality of espresso while reducing the toil in things like dosing and tamping.I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to have a consistent espresso experience at home!
As a novice barista, the Breville Barista Express is an excellent choice for anyone looking to get into home espresso making. This machine is a semi-automatic espresso machine with built-in grinder, making it easy to grind fresh coffee beans for each shot of espresso.One of the standout features of this machine is its user-friendly interface. The digital display makes it easy to customize your shot, adjust the grind size, and control the amount of coffee that is dispensed. This makes it easy for even a novice to get a consistent and delicious shot of espresso every time.The Breville Barista Express also has a steam wand for frothing milk. While it may take a bit of practice to get the hang of frothing milk, the wand is easy to use and can produce perfectly ... MoreAs a novice barista, the Breville Barista Express is an excellent choice for anyone looking to get into home espresso making. This machine is a semi-automatic espresso machine with built-in grinder, making it easy to grind fresh coffee beans for each shot of espresso.One of the standout features of this machine is its user-friendly interface. The digital display makes it easy to customize your shot, adjust the grind size, and control the amount of coffee that is dispensed. This makes it easy for even a novice to get a consistent and delicious shot of espresso every time.The Breville Barista Express also has a steam wand for frothing milk. While it may take a bit of practice to get the hang of frothing milk, the wand is easy to use and can produce perfectly steamed milk for lattes and cappuccinos.In terms of build quality, the Breville Barista Express is sturdy and well-constructed. The machine has a sleek and modern design, and its stainless steel exterior is easy to clean and maintain.One thing to note is that the machine does require a bit of maintenance. Regular cleaning of the portafilter, group head, and steam wand is necessary to ensure that the machine continues to function properly. However, the machine does come with cleaning tools and instructions for easy maintenance.In terms of value for money, the Breville Barista Express is an excellent investment. While it may be pricier than some other home espresso machines, its built-in grinder and user-friendly interface make it well worth the price. Additionally, the machine has a durable build quality, ensuring that it will last for many years with proper care.Overall, the Breville Barista Express is an excellent choice for a novice barista looking to make espresso drinks at home. Its user-friendly interface, built-in grinder, and solid construction make it an easy and enjoyable machine to use, while its ability to produce high-quality espresso drinks makes it a great value for money investment.
This espresso machine is very light, and easy to assemble. The app video tutorial provided makes setting it up a breeze and leaves little room for doubt in the assembled product. The machine itself looks sleek and compact. Everything is there to get from beans to a cup of espresso. Cleaning is very simple as well, often only needing to empty and wash the portafilter and wipe down the steam wand. The only issue I have with the operation of the machine itself is that the water tank is at the back of the product, which makes it cumbersome to refill the water, especially in a tighter kitchen.I don't consider myself someone who needs their coffee everyday. There is coffee at work, and I often do enjoy a cup with sugar and cream in the morning. However, this espresso ... MoreThis espresso machine is very light, and easy to assemble. The app video tutorial provided makes setting it up a breeze and leaves little room for doubt in the assembled product. The machine itself looks sleek and compact. Everything is there to get from beans to a cup of espresso. Cleaning is very simple as well, often only needing to empty and wash the portafilter and wipe down the steam wand. The only issue I have with the operation of the machine itself is that the water tank is at the back of the product, which makes it cumbersome to refill the water, especially in a tighter kitchen.I don't consider myself someone who needs their coffee everyday. There is coffee at work, and I often do enjoy a cup with sugar and cream in the morning. However, this espresso machine makes espresso that are always a delight. The coffee grinder only needs 1 button to operate, and sensors in the tamping lever ensures that there is always the correct amount of grounds in the portafilter, leaving out any guesswork. There is the option to manually set the amount of grounds too, for those who are more savvy with their coffee. The easy to use steam wand makes milk significantly better than cream. Once I got the grind level correct, the machine makes consistently good espresso that I enjoy every morning. It is faster than going to a local coffee shop and makes better espresso! I would prefer for it to come with the mini waste basket.
LOVE THIS MACHINE! I have been using the older model (Barista Express) for years. It is fantastic. The Barista Express Impress upgrades several features that make it worth the buy. First off, this machine produces delicious espresso in a sleek and compact design, perfect for the homeowner. I know they are an investment but I think they are actually a good value compared to many options on the market when compared to the quality of the espresso you will enjoy. The hopper will store your coffee beans, grind and dose them into the portafilter with the touch of a button WITHOUT ANY SPILLING (a massive upgrade from the Barista Express). This feature cannot be emphasized enough. The lever cleanly tamps your grind and there is a sensor that lets you know if you have the ... MoreLOVE THIS MACHINE! I have been using the older model (Barista Express) for years. It is fantastic. The Barista Express Impress upgrades several features that make it worth the buy. First off, this machine produces delicious espresso in a sleek and compact design, perfect for the homeowner. I know they are an investment but I think they are actually a good value compared to many options on the market when compared to the quality of the espresso you will enjoy. The hopper will store your coffee beans, grind and dose them into the portafilter with the touch of a button WITHOUT ANY SPILLING (a massive upgrade from the Barista Express). This feature cannot be emphasized enough. The lever cleanly tamps your grind and there is a sensor that lets you know if you have the right dosage once tamped. Then, the machine will auto adjust the next dose in the event that you do not get the proper extraction. You have the ability to change the grind and dose manually. I find that, depending on the bean you are using, you sometimes need to tweak the grind or the amount in order to get the correct extraction. This is normal and to be expected. Not all coffee beans are the same and they do behave differently. The hot water dispenses quieter than before (awesome!) and the steam wand for making your milk silky smooth for lattes is incredible. My wife and I drink Americanos every day. We do lattes generally in the afternoon. For Americano, the amount of water you need is measured so when you select the hot water, you don't need to measure the water amount. The taste is always full bodied, rich, and smooth. The flavor is something auto-drip and pour over just cannot mimic. SOOO GOOD! Breville makes outstanding products that are thoughtfully designed. I'm a huge fan the Barista Express Impress. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
My kitchen looked like a high class cafe after being renovated, but there was one problem - the old coffee machine was just not delivering cafe quality coffee. Time for an upgrade!I wanted a machine that would look impressive sitting on my timber bench, surrounded by tendrils of greenery and rustic hand made coffee cups.I loved the look of The Breville Barista Express Impress, with its colour scheme of back and silver stainless. Tick ✅But it was no good just looking impressive - the machine also had to deliver the goods - an impressive coffee.After following the instructions carefully (love the addition of the tampering lever- this is what actually sold me on this machine) I watched with excitement, as the rich, glossy, liquid gold fell into my cup. Tick ✅ I ... MoreMy kitchen looked like a high class cafe after being renovated, but there was one problem - the old coffee machine was just not delivering cafe quality coffee. Time for an upgrade!I wanted a machine that would look impressive sitting on my timber bench, surrounded by tendrils of greenery and rustic hand made coffee cups.I loved the look of The Breville Barista Express Impress, with its colour scheme of back and silver stainless. Tick ✅But it was no good just looking impressive - the machine also had to deliver the goods - an impressive coffee.After following the instructions carefully (love the addition of the tampering lever- this is what actually sold me on this machine) I watched with excitement, as the rich, glossy, liquid gold fell into my cup. Tick ✅ I added perfectly silky milk (easily made with the powerful steamer), and inhaled the delicious aroma of freshly made coffee. Tick ✅ All that remained was the ultimate test - the taste. Would the Barista Express Impress, impress? With mounting excitement, I brought the coffee cup to my lips and tasted my coffee. Sheer Bliss!! Impressive!! Tick ✅The Breville Barista Express Impress delivered the goods! Cafe quality coffee in my own kitchen cafe!! ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅
Love the machine. The image Breville provides in my review is different from what I have. A few notes on the Barista Express... you will definitely want to purchase a molded funnel for the portafilter. The machine has a design flaw where a lot of grounds bounce out of or miss the portafilter. I also recommend a distributer so you can make a level tamp in the portafilter. The included tampener can be pushed down unevenly and cause one side of the grounds to lower than the other side. Every set of beans is different. You will need to recalibrate your machine for every new bag, especially from different roasters. Expect to blow through a pound of coffee when you first get your machine. I think a lot of the settings are totally unnecessary. There's a coarseness setting ... MoreLove the machine. The image Breville provides in my review is different from what I have. A few notes on the Barista Express... you will definitely want to purchase a molded funnel for the portafilter. The machine has a design flaw where a lot of grounds bounce out of or miss the portafilter. I also recommend a distributer so you can make a level tamp in the portafilter. The included tampener can be pushed down unevenly and cause one side of the grounds to lower than the other side. Every set of beans is different. You will need to recalibrate your machine for every new bag, especially from different roasters. Expect to blow through a pound of coffee when you first get your machine. I think a lot of the settings are totally unnecessary. There's a coarseness setting from 1 (fine) to 10 (coarse). You literally cannot use it above 3 in my opinion. It's too coarse to get the required pressure. Same for the ground volume knob... the portafilter can only hold so much grounds. I've never had the dial past 3pm. I would recommend descaling monthly. My machine starting making an awful buzzing sound after pulling some shots. I thought it was toast, but I ran three descaling cycles and two cleaning cycles and it was gone... and this was after following the machine's maintenace schedule to a t. Overall, I love it, but it's definitely not an "espress out of the box ready". Also... if you buy a Breville with the built in grinder, it is very difficult to put back in. You have to make sure all the beans are ground, then use a brush to push all the debris in the funnel down further so the grinder top can sit flush.
When it comes to espresso machines, I'm a novice. In order to meet my caffeine intake cravings, I currently utilize a Keurig and a Nespresso machine.The Barista Express Impress is a reliable device with top-notch component construction. There is not much to assemble out of the box. To keep your unused parts and prevent them from becoming lost, the machine has a secret accessories storage section.Pros- At the press of a button, the inbuilt grinder grinds your coffee and places it in the portafilter- Intelligent dosing ensures consistent amount of coffee grind every time you brew- Assisted tamping applies the correct pressure and technique at the press of a lever- Steam wand produces steam to create microfoam in no timeCons – Not a real con, there is a ... MoreWhen it comes to espresso machines, I'm a novice. In order to meet my caffeine intake cravings, I currently utilize a Keurig and a Nespresso machine.The Barista Express Impress is a reliable device with top-notch component construction. There is not much to assemble out of the box. To keep your unused parts and prevent them from becoming lost, the machine has a secret accessories storage section.Pros- At the press of a button, the inbuilt grinder grinds your coffee and places it in the portafilter- Intelligent dosing ensures consistent amount of coffee grind every time you brew- Assisted tamping applies the correct pressure and technique at the press of a lever- Steam wand produces steam to create microfoam in no timeCons – Not a real con, there is a learning curve involved in getting the perfect brew. It took me a few tries to figure out the proper grind number for my coffee.I believe the Barista Express Impress is a great upgrade from pod-based machines.I have more control over the freshness, quality, and ease of brewing a barista-quality coffee at home.Grind dosage monitors and assisted tamping help you get it right every time.I would strongly recommend it to anyone looking to improve their coffee game and enjoy quality coffee beverages in the comfort of their own home.
| Colour | Sea Salt |
| Milk Frother | Yes |
| Wattage | 1850 |
| Construction | Stainless Steel |
| Time to Heat Up | 40 seconds |
