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Espresso Machines - The Best Espresso Makers in the UK

Espresso machines are the best way to get the ultimate coffee experience. They're an act of love, but they give you total control over your coffee.

They typically include an espresso tamper to flatten the grinds, and steamer to froth the milk for lattes and cappuccinos.

1. Stovetop

We offer a variety of stovetop coffee makers that can help you make a great cup. In the UK there are 98 million cups of coffee are consumed each day. These machines, also referred to as moka pots use pressure to create an espresso-like cup of tea without the need for messy filter papers. These simple and easy to use devices will enhance any coffee and can also be used with milk for lattes or cappuccinos.

Moka pots come with a bottom chamber which is filled with water and the coffee is placed in a basket between two pipes which lead to the upper chamber where the final beverage is served. When the water is boiling in the bottom, it forces itself through the grounds at high pressure and seeps up into the upper chamber where the aromas are released to you to take pleasure in. The result is a fragrant rich and robust coffee that is delicious by itself or paired with sugar and milk.

When buying a mokapot, the first thing you need to think about is the pot's capacity. It is crucial to ensure that the dimensions of the bottom chamber as well as the capacity of the basket is sufficient for your requirements as larger pots will require a long wait time, while a smaller one may not be able build up enough pressure. We also suggest looking at the material the machine is made of since stainless steel machines tend to be stronger and more durable, however they come with a higher price tag.

used espresso machines should also think about whether the appliance is compatible with the heating source, whether gas or electric. Also, you may be interested in the other accessories available like milk steamer arms that are used to heat and froth milk in cappuccinos and lattes. It is also advisable to take a look at the amount of cups that you can make at one time, as this can be an important factor in selecting the best size unit for you.

In the end, we recommend making sure that the moka maker you are considering will have a wide enough base to fit on the burner you are considering. We found that certain models, like the Stelton collar espresso maker, had a base that was narrow and were difficult to center on a gas burner while wider bases, like those of the Bialetti Venus and London Sip stovetop espresso makers, gave better results. We also preferred those with thicker walls because this was proven to transfer heat more effectively and prevent it from sputtering out too fast.

2. Capsule

In a similar vein similar to stovetop models, there are capsule coffee makers which make cappuccinos, espresso and more with pods. This is a great choice when you don't want deal with messing around with grounds, brewing and cleaning up - they offer an easy, quick and effortless method of getting your caffeine fix in the morning.

You will need to buy the coffee pods separately, however there are a variety available from brands such as Nespresso, Dolce Gusto and Tassimo. There are a variety of sizes available, so you can choose the size and kind of coffee that best suits your preferences. The Nespresso Essenza Mini is the most compact and is perfect for small spaces. It makes one cup of coffee at a time. A larger model is available that can also take larger cups, but it will cost more.

Illy Iperespresso is a stylish alternative for coffee lovers who want a more sophisticated machine that makes better tasting coffee. It's not the cheapest machine, but it produces excellent coffee. It's also easy to use. It has a clever function that lets it automatically alter its settings in accordance with the brand of pods it is using. This makes it one of the most flexible machines, in our opinion.

It is recommended to look for an item with a milk carafe if you want to try out all the drinks you can make with a pod maker. This will allow you to play around with cappuccinos and lattes. You can still make most popular drinks with capsule machines, but it will be a unpredictable affair.

If you're considering purchasing capsule coffee machines be sure that it's marked as compatible with ESE pods. It will have an adapter or basket that fits these smaller pods. Certain machines in our range have this feature. This means you can use the machine with Nespresso compatible pods, as well as Dolce Gusto and Tassimo pods.

3. Manual

Like the name suggests, these are espresso machines that are for purists. They resemble the original espresso machine, developed in Italy in the early 1900s. They are operated by manually pumping water into a filter, locking it, and then pushing the water under 9 bar of pressure to create a shot.

A manual espresso maker is usually more of a labor of love than a capsule machine because they require you to heat the water in a separate manner from your coffee, pour it into the chamber above the coffee that has been ground or pods and then press down on the plunger or lever to create the pressure and force the water through and into the cup below. This process can be difficult, time-consuming and tedious to master, but the end result is worth it.

Some of the more modern models like the Flair 58 and the Sage The Barista Touch Impress have taken a different approach to make it easier to control, they have utilised an electronic temperature controller known as a PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative). This is a piece technology you will find in immersion circulators, high-end toasters, and is designed to stabilise the temperature of the brew kettle. This is a fantastic way to take away a lot of the uncertainty about the optimal temperature of brewing.

There are a few big brands that make manual espresso makers, the likes of Rancilio and La Pavoni are familiar names to those who have worked in a coffee shop or cafe. They produce the massive three or two group head commercial espresso machines that you would find in a cafe but in 1997 they came up with the Silvia which is an automatic, semi-automatic espresso machine that comes with a few bells and whistles that help alleviate some of the stress out of the making process.

Fully automatic espresso machines will do all the work for you, they grind the beans, tamp, and pull shots and steam your milk at the push of a button but they also cost an astronomical amount of money so you need to have an adequate amount of cash to be capable of affording one.

4. Semi-Automatic

Semi-automatic machines are the ideal choice if the idea of recreating the perfect espresso shot at the cafe you love at home is appealing to you. These machines allow you to alter your preferences over time, and dial in your espresso drink based on your mood at any moment.

The machines are equipped with a portafilter as well as a steam wand. The brewing process of these machines is similar to that of super automatics, however with added manual steps like grinding the beans and putting them into the portafilter. These machines require more skills and know-how to operate as the brew cycle is not run in a way that is automated.

A semi-automatic machine that is good will have filters that can be removed and a tamper to compress the coffee grounds in the portafilter prior to making. You can also regulate the amount and the pressure of water you use during the brewing process. You can then alter your shots to suit your tastes and the type of coffee beans that you are using.

Another thing to look for in a semi-automatic is the ability to adjust the temperature. This feature allows you to set the brewing temperature for your coffee beans in accordance with the way they taste. It also helps you avoid temperature fluctuations which is particularly important in the case of the boiler for brewing. The brew temperature could vary by 20oF between cups if there is no PID controller. With a PID controller, this swing is limited to approximately 0.1oF.

Some of the top models include a milk froth to make espresso drinks based on milk. This lets you make delicious cappuccinos and lattes. The frothing jug should be able to be held comfortably and have an spout that makes pouring effortless.

It is also recommended to select an item that has a removable filter basket as well as an automatic dosing system for the grounds. You'll be able avoid the manual grinding and tamping yourself. This will make cleaning the machine simpler.