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THE MACHINE COLLECTION

THE MACHINE COLLECTION

From your first semi-automatic to a dual-boiler prosumer setup. The engineering verdict on every format.

WHAT WE COVER

TOPICS IN THIS COLLECTION

A barista locking a portafilter into a semi-automatic espresso machine

Semi-Automatic Machines

Manual grind, dose and shot-timing control via a portafilter system. The format serious home baristas prefer.

Espresso dripping from the group head of an automatic machine

Super-Automatic Machines

Built-in grinder, automated dosing and one-touch extraction. Convenience without sacrificing every variable.

Close-up of a dual-boiler espresso machine pressure gauge

Prosumer & Dual-Boiler

Commercial-grade thermal stability and pressure profiling for the home barista who wants café-level consistency.

TOP PRODUCTS

WHERE TO START

Breville Barista Express Impress espresso machine detail
BREVILLE

Barista Express Impress

Built-in conical burr grinder, assisted Impress tamping, thermocoil heating

$699.95 SHOP ON AMAZON →
La Marzocco Linea Mini espresso machine on a kitchen counter
LA MARZOCCO

Linea Mini

Commercial-grade dual boiler with PID temperature stability

$6,600 VIEW AT CLIVE COFFEE →
Gaggia Classic Pro steam wand in close-up
GAGGIA

Classic Pro

Commercial-style steam wand, fully upgradeable entry point

$449 SHOP ON AMAZON →
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