Quality Engineering and Design
5/5
I really love Sage’s (Breville’s) approach to coffee making at home. The quality and detail in the design and engineering really shines through on this machine. Stainless Steel body, Conical Burr grinder and other components.
Be aware, that this machine doesnt do it all for you. I think “bean to cup” can be a little misleading to some that aren’t aware of the knowledge required to produce a proper espresso coffee. Instead of a “push button, get coffee” machine, you get you a more involving experience. You need to be aware of bean freshness, grind size, pressure and temperatures ranges, all of which are all required to make a perfect cup of coffee. You will also need to master the milk frother, if you like Flat Whites or Latte’s. YouTube has some great videos to help you, they will give you a better insight to how the machine works, and how to develop your skills further.
If you enjoy the detail in making barista style coffee, this is the machine for you. If you want a machine that does a little more for you try the Sage Barista Touch, or even Oracle Touch... if you have the budget.
Charles Bradnock