Breville Barista Touch (Sea Salt)

Breville Barista Touch

The Barista Touch introduces touch screen controls and increased automation to the Barista series espresso machines. This model is perfect for people who want to make great-tasting coffee with the ease of automation. The Barista Touch combines the beloved features of the best-selling Barista Express™ machine with advanced automation and user-friendly touchscreen controls. With the Barista Touch, you get a touchscreen display, ThermoJet heating system, integrated grinder, and the added convenience of Auto MilQ™ technology.

These are the best features of the Barista Touch:

• Integrated Baratza European precision burr grinder.
• ThermoJet heating system heats up the machine and is ready to use in 3 seconds.
• Hands-free microfoam. Auto Milq creates silky foam for you.
• Easy to use touchscreen

Settings:

• 5 Pre-Programmed Recipes
• Create, save, and name up to 8 customizable coffee recipes
• Adjustable grind control
• Hot water
• Adjustable brew temperature
• Adjustable volumetric shot control

Is this a good model for beginners?
Yes. Absolutely, and mostly because of the touchscreen. That is a game changer because it completely changes how you interact with the machine. That is one of the biggest reasons why this would be the perfect machine for someone who has never had a semi-automatic machine. The screen takes all the guesswork out of the way and reduces the learning curve drastically.

Does this model come with built-in grinders?
Yes. This model has its own built-in grinder with 30 grind settings.

How quickly can a Breville machine brew an espresso?
This model features the ThermoJet heating system and can be ready to brew in just 3 seconds, making it one of the fastest machines on the market.

What drinks can you make with this model?

Here are some common drinks you can make with this model:

1. Espresso: The base for many coffee drinks, a well-extracted espresso shot is essential. The Barista Touch allows you to adjust the grind size, dose, and extraction time to perfect your espresso.
2. Latte: With automatic milk frothing, you can easily create a latte with perfectly steamed milk and a shot of espresso.
3. Cappuccino: The steam wand can create the frothy milk needed for a cappuccino, along with a shot of espresso.
4. Flat White: Similar to a latte but with a higher ratio of coffee to milk, the Barista Touch can make a flat white with microfoam milk.
5. Americano: Add hot water to a shot of espresso for a smooth Americano.
6. Macchiato: An espresso with a small amount of steamed milk or foam.
7. Mocha: Combine espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate syrup to make a mocha.

Is the milk frothing feature automatic or manual on this model?
This model features the automatic MilQ system, which means it will steam and froth the milk automatically. This makes it super easy to learn and use the machine for perfect lattes and cappuccinos. 

What is the warranty and customer support like for Breville products?
Breville offers a one-year limited product warranty and excellent customer support. They provide comprehensive user manuals, online resources, and responsive customer service to address any issues.

How do I clean and maintain my Breville espresso machine?
Breville machines typically have cleaning alerts and removable drip trays, water tanks, and steam wands. Regular maintenance includes descaling, cleaning the grinder, and ensuring all removable parts are washed frequently.

• Use Filtered Water: Using filtered water can reduce the frequency of descaling and improve the taste of your coffee.
• Follow Prompts: The Barista Touch provides maintenance alerts on its touchscreen interface. Follow these prompts to ensure timely maintenance.

Things to Consider Before Buying This Model

This is a fantastic model. There is only one way this model could be improved, and that is if it had an automatic grind and temp system. And that is why Breville offered the Barista Touch Impress. The same amazing features of this model plus the benefit of an easier, less messy puck preparation. See if it is worth the upgrade to you. If not, then you cannot go wrong with this model.

Tip:

• Always use fresh beans.
  
• Willingness to Experiment: This goes for any semi-automatic coffee machine, but even with its automated features, the machine may require some experimentation to find the perfect settings for your taste. If you enjoy the process of fine-tuning your coffee, this machine will suit you well.