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Imagine relaxing in your favorite chair at the table by the window, your warm participation cappuccino. You savor the aroma and the foam, sparkling tip your Barista to life. E 'bello e tranquillo. N. noisy chatter. Just quiet.

And here's the kicker: Your car keys are sitting on the buffet, and you are still in his pajamas. And this talented Barista who learned the art of foam? You! You have created your picturesque coffee here at home with your espresso machine.

Think this is impossible? Think again! There are many types of espresso machines on the market that are specially designed for the home, ranging from very simple and convenient, the right to use the same machines professional bartenders.

However, before you rush to invest in a machine for espresso, a little 'time to do your work and your needs and preferences. How many times are you going to make espresso drinks at home? It's also a lot of drinking coffee? (Some machines have a dual capacity for production of beer.) How important is the ability to froth milk for you? If you have any preferences in areas like these, this will help you identify opportunities.

Even taking into account all the preferences you in May about how your coffee drinks are made. For example, my favorite part of the espresso from the foam – the caramel color, creamy foam that forms on a shot fired perfectly. When plans are made for a shot glass into the cup, most of the cream is left behind, so I prefer an espresso machine that is large enough to fit the whole cup, so I can enjoy it in my glass ball.

The main types of espresso machines on the market:

That pump espresso machine?

This is the best, but more expensive type of car to buy. The pump espresso machine is so named because the use of a pump to maintain pressure at the appropriate level, which produces the best and most consistent shot of espresso. These machines are primarily for commercial use, and are generally very large, heavy and noisy, but it can be used at home.

About the Espresso Coffee plunger

This type of machine uses a piston or lever by hand to maintain the optimum pressure required for a shot of espresso. This type of espresso machine requires little maintenance, is much quieter and more cars of the pump. However, the lever arm in May require a lot of force to maintain the pressure at the right level, and in May, it will take a little 'practice to get the timing down. But if you're willing to try and establish the process, you'll be rewarded with a "big bang", and a sense of achievement.

About Steam Espresso Coffee

This type of espresso machine is typically smaller, easily accessible and affordable, using the heat to generate steam instead of a pump or a piston to create pressure. While the fall in prices is certainly an advantage for steam engines, if you are very particular about the quality of your espresso shots, May you find as the steam is not always the best pressure for the best tasting coffee. Also, to maintain sufficient steam to pull two shots and steam milk at the same time, it is sometimes difficult.

About Mocha Pots

This type of machine costs less than all the options, and requires only your stove. The moka pot is a pot in two parts, which uses boiling water and steam to create a pressure that pushes the hot water through the coffee and not only the seriousness of the charge that heated. The coffee is great, but since it is not possible with a foamed milk moka pot, this is not for you, if you really like your LATTES and cappuccino. But if you want a good coffee or a shot in the dark (coffee with a cup of espresso added) and have a limited budget, try the moka pot.

Do not be fooled by high prices on an espresso machine. Take a moment to reflect on what each day is costing milk. A milk can cost up to $ 4. If you're like me, with an average of five per week. Which is $ 975 per year! Over time, you fall in May that the money once the deal is worth the investment – especially considering the convenience of enjoying your favorite espresso beverage at home.

So take some 'time to examine each of these options and how they adapt to your preferences and needs. What espresso machine, you choose to create their own coffee at home, you make your own espresso drinks for you and your friends and family – with or without foam foam pics – in no time.