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eHow Food & Drink Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Step1
Consider how much coffee you drink to determine whether you want a 4-cup or as big as a 12-cup machine. The price of coffeemakers varies greatly--anywhere from $75 for a basic model to $1,000 for one that grinds your beans, makes both coffee and espresso, and has a timer.
Step2
Want the best flavor? Go for a Moka pot, which makes black espresso on your stovetop (without foam or froth), or a French press, which makes thick and sometimes grainy coffee by hand. Drip coffeemakers are becoming more refined as well.
Step3
Determine if you have the space and cash for a big, gleaming piston-style espresso machine, or should you buy a compact and economical Krups espresso maker? Espresso machines can run from $100 to $500, and upward of $1,000 for professional and European stainless-steel piston types.
Comments
triscutie said
on 10/24/2007 lena333 is the owners sister!!
togood said
on 1/29/2007 Having an old Saeco machine and going to a new Salvatore Machine you are traveling into a whole new realm. Don't get me wrong the Salvatore machine is great machine, and they are a great company. Take this from a daily espresso drinker.
lena333 said
on 1/25/2007 I have an old Saeco machine that the miracle working techs at http://www.espressodmilan.com fixed for me and they were awesome but now I'm going to buy a new Salvatore machine from them and I can't wait until arrives!!
Anonymous said
on 7/28/2006 If you're looking for an espresso machine, you should consider whether you want a pump or a steam machine.
Pump driven machines tend to be more expensive, but they brew a more consistent espresso.
Steam machines are less expensive and more erratic; brewing espresso with them may require more finesse and artistry.