As I get more into the art of espresso, it's time to step up into a "real" machine. I've spent the last several years using a Jura Z5, which is GREAT for the convenience factor but not for learning the grind-tamp-extract part of the equation as well as milk expansion. I think I've nailed it down to two machines (however, I'm open for other suggestions with reasons why):
1. Expobar Brewtus IV
2. Izzo Alex Duetto II
They both are around the same price, get great reviews and such. Slight nuances such as the Izzo having a smaller group boiler are about the only things I can find. (The aurgument being of why waste the energy of getting 1.7L of water up to temp to extract 3 oz. of expresso.) So, it leaves me at a cross road. Any insights are appreciated!
Chris
1. Expobar Brewtus IV
2. Izzo Alex Duetto II
They both are around the same price, get great reviews and such. Slight nuances such as the Izzo having a smaller group boiler are about the only things I can find. (The aurgument being of why waste the energy of getting 1.7L of water up to temp to extract 3 oz. of expresso.) So, it leaves me at a cross road. Any insights are appreciated!
Chris
