Considering a superautomatic

[LMichaels]

Interesting machine and look what Breville is just now introducing

 

[Jay D in Jersey]

Interesting machine and look what Breville is just now introducing

Interesting for a semiautomatic. A Baratza grinder incorporated is a great feature but there's still several steps involved to make an espresso or more if it involves milk.

 

[LMichaels]

Looked pretty automatic to me and now even KitchenAid has gotten into the act https://www.kitchenaid.com/countertop-appliances/espresso.html

 

[Jay D in Jersey]

Looked pretty automatic to me and now even KitchenAid has gotten into the act https://www.kitchenaid.com/countertop-appliances/espresso.html

The superautomatics are also called bean to cup...completely hands off once you place your cup and press the button. The automation is contained inside and yes, you need to rinse and clean it and lube a few points on them routinely.
Some have an automated milk frothing and dispensing function built in.
The semi automatics involve hands on placement of the portafilter, dumping the puck, etc...
but likely make a better espresso. That Breville is a $2800 machine. It's quite nice.

 

[Jay D in Jersey]

Brought the Gaggia Brera to it's new home. Really starting to dial in excellent espresso.

 

[LMichaels]

Lookin good there

 

[Jay D in Jersey]

Was cleaning out and organizing some kitchen cabinets at the beach house and discovered this relic...all necessary parts too. My son tested with an impromptu double shot and is happy to take it off my hands.

 

[LMichaels]

Was cleaning out and organizing some kitchen cabinets at the beach house and discovered this relic...all necessary parts too. My son tested with an impromptu double shot and is happy to take it off my hands.

I've heard those things made a fairly "respectable" shot.

 

[Jay D in Jersey]

I've heard those things made a fairly "respectable" shot.

When I bought it... probably 10-15 years ago, I never got it right...but was clueless then too. My son dialed it in straight away and will likely only improve things as he goes. Win/win. He gets a little espresso machine we get more cabinet space.