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Breville ESP8XL Cafe Roma Stainless Espresso Maker | 
 enlarge | Brand: HWI
List Price: $299.99
Buy New: $222.65
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Rating:  113 reviews
Color: Brushed Stainless
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 16
Dimensions (in): 12 x 12 x 15
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MPN: ESP8XL
Model: ESP8XL
UPC: 021614034274
EAN: 0021614034274
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| Features:
| • | Stainless-steel espresso machine with 15-bar Thermoblock pump | | • | Dual-wall filter system for excellent crema; froth enhancer; cup-warming plate | | • | Large, easy-fill 1-2/7-quart water tank; external water window indicates when tank is low | | • | Removable drip tray and grid; stainless-steel espresso cup set and frothing jug included | | • | Measures 9 by 9 by 12 inches; 1-year limited warranty |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
Breville Cafe Roma Stainless Espresso Cappuccino Maker ESP8XL is for the style conscious coffee lover...with a dual wall crema system for a perfect espresso every time. You enjoy delicious espresso but. Let's face it, you really don't want the hassle. Breville Cafe Roma looks great and performs beautifully and easily. An extra large 1.2 liter water tank is ideal for entertaining friends and family. Breville has been a European leader in small appliances for over 50 years with meticulous precision, styling, and dependability. The ESP8XL carries this tradition to you. Espresso or Cappuccino anyone? Three stainless steel filters (single shot, 7g; double shot, 14g; and pod) incorporate Breville's unique dual-wall crema technology Unit Dimensions 8.5? x 9.5? x 11.82?; Weight 13.2 lbs.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
What's Not To Like? August 27, 2008
David L. Miller
I've had my Breville ESP8XL since Christmas 2007. I make espresso quite regularly, although I have stopped making it every day. Any time I got a bad cup it was because of something I did wrong. It takes a little time to learn how to make espresso so if you're getting bad espresso look around on the internet for some advice or talk to someone who knows how to make it.
I have never had anything clog that I have made sure to keep clean. Good coffee, good espresso, REQUIRES you keep everything clean! Clean everything within minutes after drinking your espresso. Don't forget the part (hey, I'm not a technician) where the water sprays out. Occasionally grinds will find their way up there and if you let them accumulate you'll have rotten espresso.
I've read reviews that say their filters get clogged. Someone mentioned that their grind might be too small. Makes sense. I use a Breville conical burr grinder, and since the espresso machine is also a Breville, the espresso grind should be right for this machine. I've never had a clogging problem.
Preheat everything before you make your espresso.
I like the looks of the machine, it is easy to clean. I have made lattes for family members, but since I don't corrupt my coffee with additives I don't know how good they were. The recipients claimed they enjoyed what they drank.
Well worth the money as far as I'm concerned.
Gets the Job Done July 22, 2008
kaden22 (Annapolis, MD USA)
I have had this machine since the Independence Day weekend. This is my second espresso machine. I bought a Bialetti stovetop cappuccino maker a few months ago. I loved that the Bialetti frothed the milk and brewed the espresso at the same time, and how pretty it was to look at, but I quickly grew tired of its temperamental performance and the painstaking effort required to clean it.
However, I am very much enjoying this Breville machine. I love the small form factor. So many espresso machines have these huge tanks and they take up so much space! With only limited counter space and no need to make espresso for more than 2 to 4 people at any one time, the 40 oz tank is the right size. I am relatively new at the espresso game, so I am quite pleased with how consistently well the espresso is brewed. I see crema every time! The double walled filter and the springloaded filter holder work extremely well. The espresso is made within a few seconds of turning that dial to the "coffee cup." The frothing attachment heats the milk pretty quickly and the warming tray on top of the machine is very convenient.
Frothing, on the other hand, is not as problem-free. Breville upgraded the frother on this model (thanks, Breville) so that it swivels and the rubber tip was eliminated. However, frothing is still inconsistent, at best. One time, milk blew out of the jug all over the place as I was trying to froth. More than once, the milk didn't froth sufficiently. Just not enough foam. I sure am getting some great lattes, though. If anything cries out for additional improvement on this machine, the frothing attachment is it.
On the other hand, cleanup is a snap (especially compared to the Bialetti). The stainless steel espresso cups and filters come clean in seconds. Running a little heated water through the machine cleans it. And while milk solids on the frothing wand can be difficult to clean, here's what I swear by - a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser! It gets rid of those milk solids in a flash - no matter how encrusted. I also appreciate the consistent temperatures for espresso maintained by this machine. With the Bialetti, the cappuccino was always lukewarm. With the Breville, my coffee drinks are the perfect temperature.
Bottom line, this machine is a great buy for the price. If you want an espresso machine that will produce excellent espresso and you don't want to spend $300 to $3,000, then this is the machine for you. This machine isn't perfect, so cappuccinos and lattes could be inconsistent due to the frothing attachment (and it would also be nice if there was enough vertical clearance under the filter holder to fit mugs) but it comes pretty darn close. I haven't been near a designer coffee shop since I bought my Breville!
 Breville Espresso maker July 4, 2008
Simply me (cincinati, OH)
I love it, love it, love it
Helps me start my day with an awsome espresso. I didn't think it would be this easy to make my favorite coffee daily without paying almost $5.00.
 Be Careful June 28, 2008
M. Zohrob (Michigan)
I bought this machine to replace my DeLongi 20 year old one. What an experience... The second time I tried to use it, the coffee holder got plugged up. I contacted Breville. They suggested I go through several processes to get it upplugged. I did.. Wasted over an hour trying to no avail.
I contacted them again. They promised to ship me a new holder within two days. I waited 3 weeks and never got it. I contacted them two more times before they finally shipped me one.
Now they want me to run clear water thru it after everytime I use it.
Needless to say, it is way overprices and does not work...
Terrible June 17, 2008
A. S. Enrique (Missouri)
I used this machine for six months with some inconsistencies on the quality of the shots produced but overall it was ok. Then I started having problems with the filters getting clogged and tried all possible solutions I got from other customers and Breville with no luck.
With disappointment I got a replacement unit and guess what?? Not a single shot of espresso... got clogged with the first shot!!!
I just got tired of it and realize that if you want to get a good espresso without going to the hassle of all this you need to put more money down and get a different brand.
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