My New Java Creation Station
I’ve got a new machine. A new toy. And it makes yummy espresso! It’s a Breville 800ESXL (typically called the “Die Cast”). I shopped a lot, and decided that I really didn’t want to spend the $$$$$ on the highest end machines. This one’s in the middle. I got it today, and I’ve already pulled at least 10 espressos! It makes shots with the distinct three layers that a good espresso should have. The temperature is good. And this bad boy is FAST compared to the 20+ year old whimp I’ve been using…
Come on over — I’ll make you an espresso, capuccino, or latte!
You, sir are a true java professional. So, when does the church/café open?
okay, spouse of Java dude here – it is an amazing machine – my latte was quite nice this morning.
I just picked up one of these machines at Crate & Barrel…I think it makes great espresso. Chk out my impressions…www.channingavenue.com/blog.php Cheers!
Thanks for posting on my page! You’re not the first person I’ve read that had an initial problem with their pinhole basket. Glad to hear it’s all worked out!
Please tell what you are doing to make this machine work. I pull nothing but terrible shot after terrible shot and I’m about to give up.
I’m using Illy espresso grind and tamping very very hard. Please help, I’ll be eternally grateful.
What’s happening to make your shots terrible? Is it an extraction issue? I had to play a good bit with my grind size to get it just right. Correct grind size with a firm tamping touch made a big difference for me. I use Peets coffee, whole beans shipped to me, grind them myself.