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Historically, the popular belief among coffee aficionados is that the quality of the grinder plays a much more vital role than the espresso machine itself. It’s recognized that brewing espresso involves a straightforward process—heating water and pushing it through coffee grounds at the right pressure. Despite the machine’s simplicity, the low price ignites curiosity about what compromises might have been made in its construction.
Machine Specs and Build
This Aldi machine has a commendable 1,350 watts of power and is designed to operate at 20 bars of pressure. However, it’s essential to note that most quality espresso is brewed at 8 to 9 bars of pressure. Consequently, the machine's capability to produce higher pressure doesn’t necessarily equate to better coffee.