Ultimate Buying Guide: Commercial Espresso Machines 2024
2023-09-15 12 min readBy Beverage Specialist
Contents
- Choosing Your Engine
- Heat Exchange vs. Multi-Boiler
- The Gravimetric Revolution
Choosing Your Engine
The espresso machine is the largest capital expense for a new cafe, and the decision dictates your workflow for the next decade. #Heat Exchange vs. Multi-Boiler
If you are a bakery doing 50 coffees a day, a heat exchange (HX) machine like the Appia Life is a reliable workhorse. If you are a specialty roastery pulling 500 shots a day, you absolutely need a multi-boiler system like the Aurelia Wave to ensure the 500th shot is as hot as the first. #The Gravimetric Revolution
The newest frontier is built-in scales. By programming the machine to yield exactly 36 grams of liquid espresso, you remove the human error of manual stopping, freeing the barista to engage with the customer while the shot pulls itself perfectly.Technical FAQ
What is volumetric dosing?
The machine uses a flowmeter to dispense an exact volume of water for every shot, increasing consistency.
What is gravimetric dosing?
The machine has built-in scales in the drip tray and stops the shot based on the actual weight of the liquid espresso, which is the most accurate method available.
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