OT: Espresso machines


I know this is off topic for the A'gon, but I thought my fellow gear enthusiasts had an opinion.  I'm looking for a simple,  narrow espresso machine.  Reliability is important.  I have a Nespresso Vertuo which I really like but lately I've been roasting my own coffee and wanted a more traditional machine.

Opinions?

erik_squires

So,not to rain on the parade of French presses, but the coffee that comes out of it is the least healthy for you. 

Coffee has health benefits but only if it's filtered.  The paper filters leach the harmful oils out of the brew which a French press does not. 

Enjoy the Coffee!! :)

Ever thought of getting a big class A amplifier to heat the water and just do pour overs?
 

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La Pavoni Europiccola...worked great for 25 years, replaced gaskets once myself following a Utube video...takes up minimum shelf space...authentic original Italian espresso...took me 20+ tries to perfect my technique but I love having full control with a manual pull machine. Plan to get it repaired or replace it with similar one.

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A big fork in the road here is if you enjoy pure espresso drinks or drinks with milk. If you like cappaccinos or lattes then a quality double boiler machine is a must. 

I have owned several machines over the years. My main station has the Lamorzacco Linea Mini. It does an amazing job with producing great espresso shots and is super fast and powerful with frothing milk.

https://home.lamarzoccousa.com/product/linea-mini/?srsltid=AfmBOorGIA9TDQOX8ij6WKlrgiPauraKyY2kkxCno9N8fW9jdK8rH6bf