I bought the wrong espresso machine once, and it was an expensive mistake. With a taste for great coffee but limited knowledge of how to make it, I found one that looked good, had great reviews, and was on sale, and took the plunge. While it was a beautiful machine, it required far too much know-how for a newbie like me to get the most out of it.

Now that I'm a Specialty Coffee Association-qualified barista, it's easy to see where I went wrong. There are so many coffee makers on the market, and for the average first-time buyer, there's a lot of dense terminology to wade through.

That's why I've put this guide together: it breaks down my tried-and-tested recommendations for the best espresso machines you can buy, but also walks you through the things you need to know before you buy a mach

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