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Baristas are trained in the art of making the perfect espresso. It requires a lot of patience and practice and is not simple to master. But, there is an simpler way. An espresso machine. Espresso machines make espresso a much simpler beverage to make by controlling the temperature precisely.

There are several different types of espresso machines available, each functioning in a different manner. There are piston-driven espresso machines, semi-automatic machines, and automatic espresso machines.

In the Beginning

Espresso came into being when people were looking for a quicker way to make their coffee. In Italy, around 1901, Luigi Bezzera found a way to make hot pressurized water and its steam push through a bed of finely ground coffee. The result was a quick, individual cup of highly concentrated coffee that came to be known as espresso. Bezzera bought a patent for his machine and in 1903 these first espresso machines were sold in Europe.

These machines were not simple to use. There was no consistency to the espresso produced because the temperature and steam were controlled by the operator, leaving room for a large amount of diversity in the resulting beverages.

In 1935 Illy invented a coffee maker that used compressed air instead of steam, thus solving the problem of exploding espresso makes. His machine gave a more favorable, stable result.

The lever action espresso machine was invented by Achille’s Gaggia in 1945 and still today bears his name. Both the Illeta and Gaggia versions of espresso machines are available on the market today.
Illy continued to expand and simplify his espresso machine by combining the best parts of other makers.

Various Types of Espresso Machines

Piston Driven Espresso Machines

Piston-driven espresso machines are more authentic than any other espresso machine. It is the most primitive of the espresso machines. Designed in Italy in 1945, this design requires strong arms to make the espresso.

The piston-driven espresso machine uses a lever that is pumped by the operator to force pressure onto hot water, driving it through the coffee grinds. This pulling down of the handle is how the term ‘pulling a shot’ came into being. The piston driven espresso is also how the crema came to be a part of espresso.

Espresso drinkers who also value authenticity tend to opt for the piston-driven machine. Otherwise you can usually find them as part of a show. Advancements in technology that brought the semi-automatic and the automatic espresso machine made the piston-driven machine obsolete.

Semi-Automatic and Automatic Espresso Machines

Semi-automatic espresso machines are hard to find due to the advanced popularity of fully automatic espresso machines.

Semi-automatic espresso machines and automatic espresso machines both have the hot water delivered using a pump system. But, in a semi-automatic machine the bean grinding, preparing and placing in the machine are all done by hand.

Automatic and super automatic espresso machines require that you only place the beans in. The machine measures the water, regulates the temperature and even grinds the beans to make the espresso. Many right espresso enthusiasts believe that the quality of the espresso is lost in the automation.

Commercial or Home Use

In addition to the types of espresso machines are the uses for the machine. If the espresso machine is intended for home use then the cost is going to be decreased significantly. For commercial use, the cost can skyrocket.

Home espresso makers should be bought with longevity in mind. The purchaser should have an thought of how often it will be used. If it is going to be used a lot, a low end commercial maker might be a better choice. For occasional use, a home espresso maker will suffice.

Commercial espresso makers can be plumbed to a water source or be manually filled – another cost to consider when looking into espresso makers. The more automated the machine the higher the cost.

Espresso makers come in a variety of types and sizes, all designed to prepare the very best espresso possible. When deciding on an espresso maker care should be taken to get the one that best serves the intended purpose.

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Home espresso machines have become more well loved than ever in the past few years. With the cost of stopping for an espresso skyrocketing, more and more families are opting for buying a home espresso machine.

Home espresso machines are scaled back versions of the commercial ones used in coffee shops. How scaled back is up to you. You can spend a lot of money and have a top of the line, do it all machine or buy a lower end machine and still make wonderful espressos.

The basic premise is that the machine will force hot water over finely ground coffee under pressure, making an espresso with a gorgeous crema. How the machine goes about making your espresso depends on the type of machine.

Types of Machines

Pump espresso machines are typically the most expensive of the espresso machines. Although they do make the most brilliant espressos, they are typically the largest and noisiest of the machines.  Commercial machines are usually pump espresso machines although there are home espresso machines that are pump also. Pump espresso machines also require more maintenance as they can become clogged with mineral deposits.

Manual espresso machines use a manual lever and piston to make pressure. If used often they can be strenuous on the arm. These machines do not make a consistent espresso as the pressure varies based on amount of arm strength. Lever/piston machines are very silent with few parts and low maintenance.

Steam powered espresso machines are the most common machines found in homes. They are quick and simple to use. They are small enough to fit in home kitchens. These espresso machines use steam from the heated water to make pressure. The pressure in these machines isn’t always sufficient to make a fantastic espresso.

Another basic simple espresso machine is the moka pot or percolator. These use a pressurized bottom half to send the steam though the coffee into the top half where the espresso is collected. The main advantages are that they are very simple to use and are the least expensive of all the models.  But, they have no frothing tools or method for frothing, have less pressure than mechanical versions, which means less flavor is extracted from the coffee.

Determine Your Needs

Buying an espresso machine for your home should be considered an investment. You need to evaluate how often you plot to use the machine, if it’s an occasional use, you can probably go with a less expensive machine. If, but, you are a daily espresso drinker, you will probably want to go with a more expensive machine that can stand up to more use. You should also look for one with a excellent warranty.

When determining your needs you should also consider how much space you have for the machine. For occasional use you might consider a smaller machine that you can place away. Or perhaps even a coffee maker/espresso maker combo machine.

Cost

It’s a excellent thought to choose how much you want to spend on an espresso machine before you start hunting one. One excellent way to get an thought is to consider how often you buy an espresso or espresso based drinks and figure how much you spend monthly. This will help you choose how much you can spend on a machine and have it pay for itself.

With all your information gathered you are ready to go find yourself an espresso machine made for home use. There are many reputable companies that have home espresso machines. Some are also commercial espresso makers and probably make the best espresso machines. Whatever your choice you will be delighted with your hot, fresh espresso made while still in your pajamas.

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