5 Best Breville Espresso Machines, According to Testing
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Breville espresso machines are known for their sleek, stainless steel aesthetic, but besides being countertop eye candy, they offer innovative features and settings to appeal towards both beginner baristas and coffee professionals alike. In fact, a Breville espresso machine has won our Kitchen Gear Awards two years in a row for their innovation.
Whether you prefer a single shot of espresso, a creamy latte or cappuccino, here are the top Breville espresso machines to help you make and enjoy coffee-shop beverages from the comfort of your own kitchen.
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The Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab has tested over 40 espresso machines, brewing well over 100 cups of espresso in that time. And this doesn't even include the hundreds of other types of coffee makers we've tested, everything from coffee makers with grinders and drip coffee makers to French presses and cold brew coffee makers.
When we test Breville espresso machines, our experts assess the timing and temperature of multiple espressos made in a row and note the quality of the crema and rate the flavor and smoothness of each drink. For each machine, we evaluate the ease of setup and use as well as attributes like built-in milk frothers and coffee bean grinders. We also consult notes from our GH+ testers to see how Breville espresso machines perform in home testing.
Read on to learn more about how we test Breville espresso machines and what to consider when shopping for one. Still need drinkware for your new machine? Check out our guides for the best coffee mugs, heated mugs and travel mugs. And coffee beans? We've tested those, too!
Eva (she/her) is a reviews analyst in the Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she tests kitchen gear, home appliances and culinary innovations. She graduated from NYU with a bachelor of science in food studies, nutrition and public health and is a trained chef through the Natural Gourmet Institute. Eva has more than 10 years of experience in the food industry, working as a food stylist, personal chef and marketing manager.
Jamie Ueda is a consumer products expert with over 17 years of experience in areas of product development and manufacturing. She has held leading roles at both mid-size consumer goods companies and one of the most notable and largest apparel brands in the world. Jamie has contributed to several of the GH Institute Labs, including Kitchen Appliances, Media and Tech, Textiles and Home Appliances. In her free time she enjoys cooking, traveling, and working out.


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