description Breville Barista Express Overview
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Does the Breville Barista Express grind the beans for you?
Yes, it has an integrated conical burr grinder with adjustable grind settings and dose control built into the same machine. That all-in-one setup is its main selling point versus buying a separate espresso grinder.
How is the Barista Express different from the Breville Barista Pro?
The Barista Pro uses Breville's ThermoJet heating system, which reaches brewing temperature in about three seconds, while the Barista Express uses a thermocoil that takes noticeably longer to warm up. The Express is cheaper, typically selling for around $700.
Does the Barista Express froth milk automatically?
No, it has a manual steam wand that you operate yourself to texture milk for lattes and cappuccinos. If you want automatic milk frothing, Breville's Barista Touch adds one-touch milk drinks at a higher price.
Does the Breville Barista Express have pre-infusion for better shots?
Yes, it applies low-pressure pre-infusion before full pump pressure to wet the coffee puck evenly and reduce channeling. Combined with the grinder's dose control and manual adjustments, that is how users dial in their espresso.
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