Tag: Gaggia
Breville’s New Oracle Dual Boiler First Look: Big Screen, Dual Boilers, Auto Dial‑In
Simultaneous brew/steam, glossy UI, and automation: Breville read the room... and the Reddit threads.
Breville Barista Touch Impress: What to Know Before You Buy
Last updated: June 19, 2025
There’s something oddly satisfying about watching a machine tamp espresso with more precision than a human. That’s the promise behind the Breville Barista Touch Impress—an all-in-one unit that grinds, tamps, textures, and (mostly) gets out of the way.
Breville Barista Touch Impress: Pros & Cons
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Trendspotting: Luxury brand La Marzocco offers discount, but only with a bundle
Luxury brands don't like adjectives that potentially cheapen their hard earned reputations. So words like "discount" or "sale" or "BOGO" (buy one, get one) are strictly verboten within the marketing teams -- such as at espresso machine maker La Marzocco.
Still, these companies know a trick or two. And they...
KitchenAid espresso machine is a stylish, well-priced semi-automatic for home baristas
Up-level your espresso game.
In Espresso: Gaggia announces new line of semi-automatic machines with PID
At first blush I wasn't sure if this was a new machine, or simply a standard marketing email.
But, it is indeed true: Gaggia has released a new line of espresso machines.
The legendary Italian company calls the new, compact machine the Espresso Deluxe. Available in four colors (Storm Grey, Riverway...
New Lelit Victoria espresso machine hits the sweet spot
A single boiler with PID for under $1,000 USD. Hello Profitec Go.
Super-Automatic espresso machines possess a superpower when it comes to milk-based drinks
The promise of a Super-Automatic espresso machine is simple: you get Café quality espresso drinks at the touch of a button. Because beans are ground on demand you get a fresh cup every time when you want it. Pretty nice.
Bean-to-cup machines as some call them have been around for...
Affogato: Celebrating the classic espresso dessert
This decadent Italian is a show stopper.
Best espresso machines under $1,000 for beginners and aspiring home baristas
Ready to save some money and cut out your daily Starbucks habit?
Buying your own home espresso machine is a great way to not only reduce monthly expenditures, but it's also a potential gateway to a new hobby. Learning how to pull espresso shots and make your own Lattes, Cappuccinos,...
Gaggia announces new colors for iconic Classic Pro espresso machine
Gaggia today announced three new colors for its 2023 edition of the venerable Gaggia Classic Pro espresso machine.
The options are part of a new line Gaggia calls the Classic Energy Vibes Evo. Yes, it can be hard to keep up with Gaggia these days. Essentially this is the new...