The short version
A beautiful manual lever press. You pour in hot water and pull the lever yourself, controlling pressure with your own hand. Quiet, elegant and capable of extraordinary shots.
Why you’ll love it
- +Complete hands-on control over pressure through the shot
- +Nearly silent and very little to go wrong
- +Stunning on a countertop
What to know
- –No steam wand, so milk drinks need a separate frother
- –A more involved routine for every shot
- –Needs a kettle and an excellent grinder
Pair it with
A high-quality espresso grinder and a temperature-control kettle.
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