Anonymous
07/30/2013 13:02
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
$20 Moka pot. I use it every day.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 11:56
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
Nesresso
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:43
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
Yes. And yes. We spent around 750 on a Gaggia semi-automatic (grinds and makes a nice pour automatically; use a wand for milk frothing). We use it multiple times every day and it has been absolutely worth the cost. We use a french press when we want to serve brewed coffee.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:41
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
Anonymous wrote:We are daily espresso/latte drinkers who are usually in a rush in the morning so we went with a super automatic. A Saeco - it's been great so far. So fast & easy. We bought it at Costco because they have a great return policy if we run into any issues.
Maybe when we retire we'll get a nice manual machine and perfect our latte art.
our model is slightly different model (bought it at the store), but similar to this one:
http://www.costco.com/Saeco-Incanto-Deluxe-Automatic-Espresso-Machine.product.11680177.html
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:36
Subject: Re:Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
Anonymous wrote:We have the Nespresso. Agree that the pods are pricey, but way less than Starbucks. I can also make pretty good frappuccinos (have to use the blender as well) so that's nice. I also like that I can use almond milk, which Starbucks doesn't carry.
We have the big espresso machine at work; the one like the one at Starbucks. I like it, but there's a lot more room for user error. It's also a little messy -- grounds spill a bit, milk drips from the steamer, etc. And there are more pieces to clean up. I could see it being something that's fun initially, but ends up not getting used after the novelty wears off.
One comment about the nespresso -- so far, the only pods are nespresso pods, which are just for coffee, lattes, and espresso. I wish third parties would make them, as it'd be nice to be able to get more flavors or use it for things other than just coffee (like the k-cups). That said, I think the appeal of nespresso is that it's supposed to be really good coffee, so I'm not sure there's a big market for that among the people that buy it.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:34
Subject: Re:Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
We have the Nespresso. Agree that the pods are pricey, but way less than Starbucks. I can also make pretty good frappuccinos (have to use the blender as well) so that's nice. I also like that I can use almond milk, which Starbucks doesn't carry.
We have the big espresso machine at work; the one like the one at Starbucks. I like it, but there's a lot more room for user error. It's also a little messy -- grounds spill a bit, milk drips from the steamer, etc. And there are more pieces to clean up. I could see it being something that's fun initially, but ends up not getting used after the novelty wears off.
We have the big espresso machine at work; the one like the one at Starbucks. I like it, but there's a lot more room for user error. It's also a little messy -- grounds spill a bit, milk drips from the steamer, etc. And there are more pieces to clean up. I could see it being something that's fun initially, but ends up not getting used after the novelty wears off.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:32
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
We are daily espresso/latte drinkers who are usually in a rush in the morning so we went with a super automatic. A Saeco - it's been great so far. So fast & easy. We bought it at Costco because they have a great return policy if we run into any issues.
Maybe when we retire we'll get a nice manual machine and perfect our latte art.
Maybe when we retire we'll get a nice manual machine and perfect our latte art.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:28
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
I would go for the Nespresso.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:27
Subject: Re:Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
I got a nespresso and use it every day. It is small so doesn't take up a lot of counter space. Easy to use. The pods are a little pricey but no worse than expensive coffee (I was buying Illy coffee before).
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:24
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
Get a Nespresso pixie and aerochino. Not expensive and very good.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:23
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
Anonymous wrote:What kind of counter space do you have? Do you mind the clean up routine? I got one for my DH and it got used a fair amount (3-4 times a month for a year) and then it sat on the counter unused except for occasional company (maybe 2 times a year) and then unused for another 2 years before I put it away and now it never gets used. Am looking into getting a high quality stove top one that is smaller/easier for occasional use. THe exact same thing happened to my in-laws too, now they never use it.
Add me to the club. Loved the idea, but feel out of the habit. Now it sits and takes up space.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:03
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
Not the OP, but considering splurging on a super automatic. Would be used primarily on weekends I think (currently bring drip coffee to the office during the week).
Anonymous
07/30/2013 10:02
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
What kind of counter space do you have? Do you mind the clean up routine? I got one for my DH and it got used a fair amount (3-4 times a month for a year) and then it sat on the counter unused except for occasional company (maybe 2 times a year) and then unused for another 2 years before I put it away and now it never gets used. Am looking into getting a high quality stove top one that is smaller/easier for occasional use. THe exact same thing happened to my in-laws too, now they never use it.
Anonymous
07/30/2013 09:57
Subject: Re:Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
What's your current coffee routine? And when you say espresso machine, do you mean a serious one where you will also need a good grinder and to learn to pull shots properly, or a pod machine like Nespresso, or one of the super-autos where you push a button and it grinds/brews for you?
Anonymous
07/30/2013 00:13
Subject: Espresso machine. Did you splurge? Do you love it?
I'm thinking about getting an espresso machine for my husband's birthday. Did you ever splurge on one only to regret buying it? Or has it become a beloved part of your morning ritual? If you do love having one, can you recommend your make and model?