The Barista touch is on sale ($200 off): amzn.to/3QOebaI The upgraded Barista Touch Impress is $300 off: amzn.to/3GiaaGY Please consider using my affiliate links as I get a small commission from your purchase. It will help me purchase further espresso machines to review in the future.
When making ice coffee, try to add some ice cubes in the cup and let the espresso brew right in on the ice, it helps to keep the acidity to a minimum. I use to do this when working in a coffee shop, it will be worth a try if it makes the espresso smoother.
Been thinking bout getting myself an espresso machine at home for so long but still can’t decide which one I should go for. Thanks for the video it’s really helpful to me
Thank you for all of your videos. (I watched about everyone) I just purchased the the Barista Touch, and can not wait. It's my Christmas present to me, lol....
I'm waiting for my Touch to arrive next week and I really appreciate the tip on cleaning the wand into the jug. No one else has mentioned that and it's definitely something I will be doing as I hate "splashy" spots all over. LOL
I’m thinking of buying this for my parents as a Christmas gift, but since it’s quite pricey I want to make sure the machine has a good lifespan. Have there been any issues with it now that you’ve had the machine for a considerable amount of time? Thanks!
Twice as expensive as my ammunition reloading machine, which is actually way more complex....and gives pew pew happiness at the gun range! But the smell of coffee and gunpowder in the morning are two of life's greatest things!
What a helpful video. Thanks so much for sharing. Just purchased it today from Williams Sonoma on sale for $799.95 and if you apply for their credit card, you get an additional 10% off! Also on sale for the same price at the Breville Store. ☕
This is the overview of this machine that I was looking for you. You should all stuff I wanted to see at the exact pacing and detail that I wanted. Thank you!
Thanks for the great video, very detailed instruction. But I found the price is still not so friendly for beginner though, do you have any lower price point espresso machine recommendation?
Q: can you heat/froth at the same time its brewing? Q2: Is it loud? Q3: Easy to clean? - you only showed the milk frother being cleaned. I like just black coffee - trying to decide if the investment is worth it.
Thank you for the review of this machine! We finally decided to try it out. (Unfortunately, we had to buy it elsewhere so didn't use your affiliate link.) But, we are also giving bottomless a try & used your link for that! That's so cool. Have a great day!
Yes every bean will be a different setting. It’s important to have a scale so you can dial it in. For a double shot, milk I usually just do it half way between both of the lines inside the milk frother. It’s really your preference, whatever you prefer.
Hi, we just got this machine, but are trying to grind more for an extremely dark espresso, like Cuban café and don’t know where to go with this. Any suggestion? T4s
I never do but I think coffee shops do it first to the glass. Depends when you add ice tho. But you could also brew your espresso directly into the syrup too.
Thank you - We got the machine but struggling with the settings. Could you share your settings for espresso and grind size? I am only planning to make cappuccino for now
Here are some settings I use for certain coffees. its really gonna depend on a lot of factors but you can try with these and adjust Revel Throttle 17 seconds 09 grind size Ladro Roasting Diablo 19 seconds 10 grind size Rainforest Blend from Publix 22 seconds 09 grind size
Hi Jeremy! I’m planning to get this machine to start my small coffee shop after the barista training. Do you think it can make more or less a 100 cups per day? Or do you have any other machine recommendation with cheaper or same price as Breville barista touch? P.S. I just realized I was using my daughter’s account. Don’t mind this account please. 😅
The Breville Touch for the money is pretty unbeatable and certainly makes espresso is good as the majority of the Baristas considering they're in a time crunch and really don't care. I'd say it's biggest advantage other than it being a integrated unit from a reputable manufacturer is its automatic milk frothing. Most households have maybe two people that are hobby like for making espresso and the remainder are not and this bridges the gap. The stock portafilter is pretty awful and it's something that I would recommend you replace before anything else. Not only is it difficult to clean but the plastic is acting as an insulator. I prefer a bottomless portafilter. The advantage to a bottomless is that you can see if you're having channeling. Also I don't leave excess beans in the hopper, I only weigh out single dose. There is a aftermarket bellow that you can get or as a hack you can leave one corner of the lid on and compress air to force out remaining coffee grinds. That way you ensure that the freshest coffee is being used. My bang for the buck gear: 1. GeeAnkok Premium 54mm Naked Bottomless Portafilter. Normcore also sells a OEM looking version, but I like the wood. 2. Normcore WDT Distribution Tool V2.1 3. Normcore V4 Coffee Tamper 53.3mm - Spring-loaded 4. TIMEMORE 2022 Scale (you can spend triple for an Acaia Lunar Scale and get a 10% better scale); you need a fast, simple and flexible scale. 5. IMS Precision 18-22 g filter basket B62.52TH28E 6. Crema 54mm Dosing Funnel (move portafilter in a circular fashion when grinding; distributes as good as a WDT) 7. Dosing cup e.g. Crema 53.4mm Dosing Cup; I pre-weigh my coffee beans .. So any 'cup' can be used. 8. Breville Mini knock box, or larger if there's a lot of people in your home. 9. (Opt) Saint Anthony Industries Bloc Tamp Station. There are a lot of similar organizers available. 10. (Opt) Normcore 53.3mm Coffee Distribution Tool ; after using a WDT, I use a distribution tool set higher to even out and start compression. 11. (Opt) Breville Fresh & Furious Blender is a great matchy matchy add-on for espresso-based mixed drinks. It does a good job of chopping ice and making delicious frozen drinks. Next step up obviously is an expensive Vitamix.
.. I didn't buy any of that stuff just for the heck of it. A WDT removing clumps and spacing, flat and even coffee compression .. in essence, proper puck prep to avoid channeling which is essentially straight water shooting through your espresso beans. Absolutely as a huge and profound impact on taste. In addition, without a scale, you have absolutely no idea what your ratio water to coffee bean yield is which has a profound effect on taste. A knock box versus what hitting it on the side of your garbage pail? We have a nice little niche area for our espresso and coffee station, and I don't like having to dig through a drawer to whip it out multiple times a day. So I'll say this to each his own.
@@rhenzlemuel09 .. When you get into espresso pretty much any machine becomes a hobby. If you are mostly interested in coffee I would do something even simpler -- pour overs. $14 Hario V60 Plastic Coffee Dripper, Size 02, Clear; alternatively $38 Hario "Switch" Immersion Dripper Set, Size 02. Also for $28 you will need a scale and for the money Greater Goods Digital Accurate Coffee Scale for Pour-Over Maker, with Timer. You can buy pre-ground coffee to save money on a grinder but that's all another bag of worms. Good luck!
So i do appreciate the video and this helps a lot. I am going to buy one of these. But you day for beginners a lot and i wonder do you prefer having something more manual or does this seem perfect to you and still gets the great flavor of coffee without the more specific settings like the manual
@@jeremyjudkins Mines a sage, which is basically the same thing, but for Europe (with the exception of certain Solis countries). Perhaps it is a regional thing?
Depends on coffee I have a few written down Revel Throttle 17 seconds 09 grind size Ladro Roasting Diablo 19 seconds 10 grind size Rainforest Blend from Publix 22 seconds 09 grind size
Has anyone any advise in terms of the coffee always seems cold. I have been pre heating cups trying to keep it a reasonable temperature to drink. Also I do get fresh beans Mail order and no matter i always end up with a bitter tasting coffee. Any advise appreciated.
I just got an error message on my Barista Touch and only 18 months old It's very well taken care of. The first machine I got was dead on arrival. I had a Barista Express that blew up. So, I'll see how Breville handles this to see if I stay with them. I love this machine but as I have been searching for a clue as to what that error is, I find there are a LOT of people having issues with their machines. I have the delivery receipt for Sonoma Williams, the charge to my credit care but my receipt has deteriorated and all the writing is gone and it's unreadable so we'll see. A thousand dollar machine should not break down this soon.
The Barista touch is on sale ($200 off): amzn.to/3QOebaI
The upgraded Barista Touch Impress is $300 off: amzn.to/3GiaaGY
Please consider using my affiliate links as I get a small commission from your purchase. It will help me purchase further espresso machines to review in the future.
Thank you!
Can you post links for all your accessories? And the coffee?
When making ice coffee, try to add some ice cubes in the cup and let the espresso brew right in on the ice, it helps to keep the acidity to a minimum. I use to do this when working in a coffee shop, it will be worth a try if it makes the espresso smoother.
My family just purchased the Touch this week. It is everything Jeremy says it is. I just brewed probably the 2nd best cup of coffee ive had. 10/10
what was the best cup? Keurig?
@@minigiant8998 coffee in italy.
@@alexj6691 oh, nespresso
Been thinking bout getting myself an espresso machine at home for so long but still can’t decide which one I should go for. Thanks for the video it’s really helpful to me
You're doing the Lord's work! Thank you for such a detailed breakdown!
Thank you for all of your videos. (I watched about everyone) I just purchased the the Barista Touch, and can not wait. It's my Christmas present to me, lol....
I'm waiting for my Touch to arrive next week and I really appreciate the tip on cleaning the wand into the jug. No one else has mentioned that and it's definitely something I will be doing as I hate "splashy" spots all over. LOL
You answered all my questions. Thank you! **proceed to checkout** 😊
This is a Christmas gift to myself and you made iced lattes (which I love). Thank you so much for this! I can’t wait to use it!😊
Great. My iced lattes are truly my favorite. Compared to any coffee shop. You will learn to make them exactly to your preference.
I’m thinking of buying this for my parents as a Christmas gift, but since it’s quite pricey I want to make sure the machine has a good lifespan.
Have there been any issues with it now that you’ve had the machine for a considerable amount of time? Thanks!
Twice as expensive as my ammunition reloading machine, which is actually way more complex....and gives pew pew happiness at the gun range! But the smell of coffee and gunpowder in the morning are two of life's greatest things!
I really appreciate how you did it with step-by-step instructions and then at the end you did the whole thing! 👏🏻❤️👍🏻
What a helpful video. Thanks so much for sharing. Just purchased it today from Williams Sonoma on sale for $799.95 and if you apply for their credit card, you get an additional 10% off! Also on sale for the same price at the Breville Store. ☕
$799 I thought I saw it for like $2700
Where did you get the attachment for the double shot to hand the overflow? I can’t find it on Breville’s site or Amazon.
This is the overview of this machine that I was looking for you. You should all stuff I wanted to see at the exact pacing and detail that I wanted. Thank you!
Thanks for the great video, very detailed instruction.
But I found the price is still not so friendly for beginner though, do you have any lower price point espresso machine recommendation?
Q: can you heat/froth at the same time its brewing? Q2: Is it loud? Q3: Easy to clean? - you only showed the milk frother being cleaned. I like just black coffee - trying to decide if the investment is worth it.
Thank you for the review of this machine! We finally decided to try it out. (Unfortunately, we had to buy it elsewhere so didn't use your affiliate link.) But, we are also giving bottomless a try & used your link for that! That's so cool. Have a great day!
Do you use different settings for different types of beans that you get? Also, how much milk do you steam for a double shot?
Yes every bean will be a different setting. It’s important to have a scale so you can dial it in. For a double shot, milk I usually just do it half way between both of the lines inside the milk frother. It’s really your preference, whatever you prefer.
Thanks for the video Will be purchasing this soon ❤❤
Hi, we just got this machine, but are trying to grind more for an extremely dark espresso, like Cuban café and don’t know where to go with this. Any suggestion? T4s
Could you add chocolate flakes while the milk is frothing to make hot chocolate?
Why not use an included funnel? Mine came with a breville plastic funnel. I dont see a need to buy an extra accessory…
Thanks Jeremy. Can you froth and espresso at the same time?
Thank you! How tall is it including the coffee grinder? Wondering if it will fit under my cabinets. Thanks
Does the latte setting automatically brew a double shot or is that how you programmed it? Thanks for this video!
Where do I purchase the funnel?
Very helpful for this new owner. Thanks!
3:47 - How many people moved your mouse to wake up your computer?
I agree. We have one and it's sooo good!
Love this video thanks for the break down and ACTUALLY showing stuff!
At what point should you add the flavor syrups
I never do but I think coffee shops do it first to the glass. Depends when you add ice tho.
But you could also brew your espresso directly into the syrup too.
Purging into the cup!!! Doh…why did I not ever think of that?? Thanks.
It still will randomly purge itself later too so keep the cup over it and check on it later 👍
How do you know the pressure since there is no gage?
What's the average cost of a bag of coffee beans?
how high is your counter to cabinet. i am trying to see if it will fit my space.
Hi, where did u get this accessory for the portafilter? Thx
Is there an option to make hot chocolate?
Does it use 54mm portafilter?
doesn't this have a built-in tamp?
How does this machine compare to the LELIT Anita Manual Espresso Machine
Do you still own and recommend this machine? Thank you.
Thanks, Jeremy! This is really helpful.
Morning, Quick question. is the heating and pump\ guts of the bambino espresso part the same as in the Touch?
I appreciate this video. Thank you. Been deciding if I should get one or not. I sold.
This is amazing. Thanks for the detailed video. Btw can you share link of the under cabinets lights?
Can you do a descale video ?
Lordy…that looks soooo good!
Thank you - We got the machine but struggling with the settings. Could you share your settings for espresso and grind size? I am only planning to make cappuccino for now
Here are some settings I use for certain coffees. its really gonna depend on a lot of factors but you can try with these and adjust
Revel Throttle
17 seconds
09 grind size
Ladro Roasting Diablo
19 seconds
10 grind size
Rainforest Blend from Publix
22 seconds
09 grind size
I love your kitchen!
Side note… can you share the name of your under-mount lights?
Hi Jeremy! I’m planning to get this machine to start my small coffee shop after the barista training. Do you think it can make more or less a 100 cups per day? Or do you have any other machine recommendation with cheaper or same price as Breville barista touch?
P.S. I just realized I was using my daughter’s account. Don’t mind this account please. 😅
thank u i am thinking to get a coffee machine and those video gave me good ideas
Question? I have hard water. Would the brita water pitcher help with my hard water not being so harsh to this machine?
probably. I use fridge filtered water and haven't had an issue
Pro tip: pour the milk first to keep the ice from melting
Where did you get the coffee ground funnel? This is an awesome review!
The Breville Touch for the money is pretty unbeatable and certainly makes espresso is good as the majority of the Baristas considering they're in a time crunch and really don't care. I'd say it's biggest advantage other than it being a integrated unit from a reputable manufacturer is its automatic milk frothing. Most households have maybe two people that are hobby like for making espresso and the remainder are not and this bridges the gap.
The stock portafilter is pretty awful and it's something that I would recommend you replace before anything else. Not only is it difficult to clean but the plastic is acting as an insulator. I prefer a bottomless portafilter. The advantage to a bottomless is that you can see if you're having channeling. Also I don't leave excess beans in the hopper, I only weigh out single dose. There is a aftermarket bellow that you can get or as a hack you can leave one corner of the lid on and compress air to force out remaining coffee grinds. That way you ensure that the freshest coffee is being used.
My bang for the buck gear:
1. GeeAnkok Premium 54mm Naked Bottomless Portafilter. Normcore also sells a OEM looking version, but I like the wood.
2. Normcore WDT Distribution Tool V2.1
3. Normcore V4 Coffee Tamper 53.3mm - Spring-loaded
4. TIMEMORE 2022 Scale (you can spend triple for an Acaia Lunar Scale and get a 10% better scale); you need a fast, simple and flexible scale.
5. IMS Precision 18-22 g filter basket B62.52TH28E
6. Crema 54mm Dosing Funnel (move portafilter in a circular fashion when grinding; distributes as good as a WDT)
7. Dosing cup e.g. Crema 53.4mm Dosing Cup; I pre-weigh my coffee beans .. So any 'cup' can be used.
8. Breville Mini knock box, or larger if there's a lot of people in your home.
9. (Opt) Saint Anthony Industries Bloc Tamp Station. There are a lot of similar organizers available.
10. (Opt) Normcore 53.3mm Coffee Distribution Tool ; after using a WDT, I use a distribution tool set higher to even out and start compression.
11. (Opt) Breville Fresh & Furious Blender is a great matchy matchy add-on for espresso-based mixed drinks. It does a good job of chopping ice and making delicious frozen drinks. Next step up obviously is an expensive Vitamix.
.. I didn't buy any of that stuff just for the heck of it. A WDT removing clumps and spacing, flat and even coffee compression .. in essence, proper puck prep to avoid channeling which is essentially straight water shooting through your espresso beans. Absolutely as a huge and profound impact on taste. In addition, without a scale, you have absolutely no idea what your ratio water to coffee bean yield is which has a profound effect on taste. A knock box versus what hitting it on the side of your garbage pail? We have a nice little niche area for our espresso and coffee station, and I don't like having to dig through a drawer to whip it out multiple times a day.
So I'll say this to each his own.
@@DJaquithFLI'm trying to transfer over from keurig and your comment is pretty intimidating. Might have to stick with my keurig lol
@@rhenzlemuel09 .. When you get into espresso pretty much any machine becomes a hobby. If you are mostly interested in coffee I would do something even simpler -- pour overs. $14 Hario V60 Plastic Coffee Dripper, Size 02, Clear; alternatively $38 Hario "Switch" Immersion Dripper Set, Size 02. Also for $28 you will need a scale and for the money Greater Goods Digital Accurate Coffee Scale for Pour-Over Maker, with Timer. You can buy pre-ground coffee to save money on a grinder but that's all another bag of worms.
Good luck!
How often should I clean out the milk steamer? Can I make like 5 continuous Latte's without cleaning it?
Thanks
It self purges after every one. I just wipe down the outside
Thanks!
What number do you have the grinder on ?
For this particular coffee it should have been 9
@@jeremyjudkinsI thought you set grindr to 8 miles?
How do you know how big/small to grind and how long to brew?… true beginner here lol
Great video, looks like Im buying one now.
Thanks for your video, very well explained.❤
Great video, thanks Jeremy!
Can it froth oatmilk?
can you do manual steaming?
Great demo! You definitely simplified something that seems intimidating 😅
So i do appreciate the video and this helps a lot. I am going to buy one of these. But you day for beginners a lot and i wonder do you prefer having something more manual or does this seem perfect to you and still gets the great flavor of coffee without the more specific settings like the manual
Can you use pods with this machine if you want?
No you can’t use pods. Only beans
@@jeremyjudkins Thank you for your reply! 🙂
Thank you so much. This video really helps.
Great video/ thanks for your time much appreciated.
I have this machine and I agree.
Not sure why you all talk about purchasing a dosing funnel. Mine was included with the machine.
maybe something they recently added. never knew of Breville doing that.
@@jeremyjudkins Mines a sage, which is basically the same thing, but for Europe (with the exception of certain Solis countries). Perhaps it is a regional thing?
Great review
This breville don’t sell in uk tried on eBay and Amazon just sold out just annoying that now won’t get one at all
It’s sold under Sage espresso brand in the UK.
What is your grind size?
Depends on coffee I have a few written down
Revel Throttle
17 seconds
09 grind size
Ladro Roasting Diablo
19 seconds
10 grind size
Rainforest Blend from Publix
22 seconds
09 grind size
okay this is a start
I’m grateful to have found this video I have this machine and only pull bitter sour shots
Can someone recommend setting for espresso pleaseeee
How y’all is this machine?
Great video😊
Has anyone any advise in terms of the coffee always seems cold. I have been pre heating cups trying to keep it a reasonable temperature to drink. Also I do get fresh beans Mail order and no matter i always end up with a bitter tasting coffee. Any advise appreciated.
Thanks you fantastic you wake the whole house up go to 711 for a crap coffe than you make one when every one wakes up
Where’s your nugget ice machine ?
JJ…your kitchen is beautiful!
I just got an error message on my Barista Touch and only 18 months old It's very well taken care of. The first machine I got was dead on arrival. I had a Barista Express that blew up. So, I'll see how Breville handles this to see if I stay with them. I love this machine but as I have been searching for a clue as to what that error is, I find there are a LOT of people having issues with their machines. I have the delivery receipt for Sonoma Williams, the charge to my credit care but my receipt has deteriorated and all the writing is gone and it's unreadable so we'll see. A thousand dollar machine should not break down this soon.
Good Stuff!
What are the best settings for a Latte on this machine?
that was in fact alot of mElk
thanks
Hey Jeremy, this is my official TH-cam channel. I figured I should stop in and post a comment on the channels that I am subscribed to.
im so clueless that i tried to grind without putting coffee beans in the machine lmao
😆😆😆
Never out plastic or veneered items in the dishwasher
Top rack is perfectly safe
That’s a lot of MELK lol
holy shit $1,000....
Seriously…nice machine BUT $999….nope
Melk
iced coffee??? really????
You never had an iced coffee? They’re pretty good, at least in my taste.
Ipreffer nugget ice, lol,
THAT IS TERRIBLE, a boy just JUMPED INTO THE POOL WITH THEM!!! send us the machine
Had this machine broke three times in two years. Do not buy! 😢
tell me you don't know anything about espresso without telling me you don't know anything about espresso lol