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Why do superautomatic espresso machines make subpar coffee?
January 24, 2012 Posted by Chris Tingom Filed under Coffee
An interesting response to the question about super-automatic espresso machines:
The wrong assumption that underpins superautomatic espresso machines is that the critical variables in espresso coffee making can be standardized and controlled. They can go close, but superautomatic espresso machines cannot control some of the finer nuances that are necessary for quality espresso coffee making. Control and adjustment of these nuances typically requires the expert ‘eye’ and judgement of a skilled barista.
Sam C. says:
I would disagree, it would go down to the barista pulling the shot and her/his training at pulling it.