If espresso time is your favorite time of day, you'll want to savor every minute and the Espressione Cafe Minuetto Professional Semi-Automatic Home Espresso Machine allows you to do just that. Not sure which kind of coffee drink will make your day? Not to worry: The Espressione makes all kinds of espresso-based coffee drinks, including luscious cappuccinos, thanks to the Maxi Cappuccino device and thermo cream system. As to ensure pure espresso drink perfection, the error control and overheat protection functions provide proper brewing and frothing. You're getting thirsty.
And the features! The 15 bar thermoblock pump provides quick, safe heating and instant steam. With three included filters that take both ground coffee and ESE coffee pods, you've got ultra convenience at your fingertips. Of course a filter holder and measuring spoon are included too. Speaking of handy, this espresso machine offers a cup warmer on top, a removable, 1.1-liter water tank, a visible level indicator so you'll never panic about a low espresso supply, and a removable drip tray for easy maintenance.
Now you're set up with variety and features, so add peace of mind to your checklist for perfect espresso time with Espressione's safety features, including a high-pressure safety valve, self-priming temperature-controlled boiler, and rubber grip handles. What could make your espresso experience even better? A lovely espresso machine to gaze at while you prepare your blissful drink of choice. With the gleaming polished steel finish of the Espressione, you've got that too. Check. Remember, no one over said espresso time has to happen just once a day.
What does "pressure bar" mean?
Pressure is the result of the packed (tamped) coffee giving the water resistance to pass through. The pump forces the water through that resistance and the power it needs to do so is commonly measured in bar (= kg per square centimeter). A pressure rating is used on most pump-driven espresso machines. 9 bar, the typical accepted pressure for brewing espresso, is 8.8 atmospheres of pressure or 130 pounds per square inch. Good pumps should be able to create more pressure (power) than they need to produce perfect espresso so that they don't break when the right combination (fineness and consistency of grind, tamping, amount of ground coffee) are not prevalent. A good pump has a capacity of creating 15 or more bars. To produce a lasting crema on top of your espresso, the water should pass through the coffee at approximately 7 to 9 bars of pressure.
About Electra-Craft
Makers of quality espresso machines and coffee makers, Electra-Craft offers a wide line of product names including Saeco, Espressione, Briel, Jura, and Gaggia. Their machines are known for their superior designs and ease of use - from basic pump machines to fully automatic commercial units, Electra-Craft has your espresso needs covered. Sleek designs, a variety of easy-to-use features, and commitment to quality means that your Electra-Craft espresso machine delivers consistent coffee just the way you like it ... every time.
