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How does an espresso machine work?

Espresso machines use pressure to force or express almost-boiling water through finely-ground coffee in less than 30 seconds. They produce a small "shot" of full-bodied, intensely flavored coffee that has a frothy golden layer on top called crema.

How much does an espresso elixir cost?

Being an espresso lover can be vexing. For one thing, your habit will hit you in the wallet. A single shot—just 1 ounce—recently cost me almost $3.00 at a local coffee bar, before tip. And it took less time to drink than I spent standing in line to order. Not to mention that I had to leave the house to obtain that tiny, pricey, life-giving elixir.

Why should you buy a Gaggia espresso machine?

That makes the Gaggia ideal for someone who likes to be hands on and fine tune the size of the grind and intensity of their espresso as well as the volume of their foam. The Gaggia has three large rocker switches for on/off, making coffee, and frothing which makes it make it exceptionally easy to use.

What is a good first espresso machine?

For the person who's interested in having a latte at home, but isn't sure where to start when it comes to pulling an espresso shot or picking a bean, the Cafe Affetto machine is a great first espresso machine. The machine arrives fully assembled and is easy to set up: Simply add water to the resovoir and plug it in.