The Duo-Temp Pro from Breville can extract one or two espresso shots at a time. The 15 bar Italian-made pump starts with low pressure to bloom coffee grounds, then gradually increases pressure for extraction. Manually control the volume of each espresso shot. Choose from 1- or 2-cup single or dual wall filter baskets depending on
The Duo-Temp Pro from Breville can extract one or two espresso shots at a time. The 15 bar Italian-made pump starts with low pressure to bloom coffee grounds, then gradually increases pressure for extraction. Manually control the volume of each espresso shot.
Choose from 1- or 2-cup single or dual wall filter baskets depending on the number of shots and whether beans are freshly ground or pre-ground. Use the Razor dose trimming tool to ensure the filter basket is properly filled. Steam and froth milk with the steam wand to create classic espresso drinks.
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Great espresso and foamed milk; best value from Breville I was ready for an upgraded espresso machine and found myself really, really on the fence between the Breville Duo Temp Pro (about $400) and the “Barista Express” (about $600, but with a pressure gauge and a burr grinder). I also considered the Breville 800ESXL, which is also about $400 and LOOKS more like the $600 Barista Express, but then I realized it’s a ThermoBlock rather than Thermocoil. So really, the Duo Temp Pro and the Barista Express have more in common with each other than…
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