It's like we were meant to be. I just brought out my Breville Bambino from it's box after having received it months ago from my wedding registry. I haven't steamed milk in almost a decade. I can confidently say your tips have me steaming microfoam better than I've ever had even in most of my local cafes. I can't wait to see more videos from you!
As such a passionate and experienced guy - i really like that you aprreciate such a entry level machine and accept that their is a market for those. Most „experts“ in online forums just do trash talk about everything below dual boiler.
Dual Boiler has better thermal stability, better temperature (no swings like with thermoblock), capability of changing temp from 195 to 205, preinfusion control, 90sec shots, etx
I know this is old review but enjoyed it and to be honest glad you pointed out that its not for the snobs..as sometimes like wine, I feel what people say about espresso taste etc is something well beyond what people will normally experience.. I went to a well known coffee house in London to try real espresso to see if I could get the 'chocolate, sweetness etc etc' and nope was sour, all of us were very disappointed. So for me knowing that I can make great tasting espresso with a cheaper machine at home (and coming from a guy like you who knows his stuff) keeps me away from going down that coffee rabbit hole!
I recently purchased my bambino because i was tired of having bad tasting coffee of another generic brand machine. I changed grinding, beans, amout, monitored time of extraction and still bad coffee. I read the reviews and and were good based ob price point. However I could not make one good cup. After seen your video, i frothed the milk BEFORE brewing the coffee and used the frothing milk video you posted and wow you are awesome. THANK YOU. I am a rookie on this no experience whatsoever. Is not that I can make a latte art, which is a nice to have, but my coffee improved so much is unbeleavabke. My husband is not going to believe me. Waiting to keep seen more of you. Now my part is to keep practicing. GBU
I love that you didn't totally knock the cheaper machine. I have a $50 Mr Coffee espresso machine that I got like 5 years ago and have been able to make pretty good latte art with trial and error. Stretching the milk takes a little longer than a fancy machine and you've really got to hold the cup steady and lower it verrry slowly to stretch it (it only has one hole on the steam tip, and the pressure isn't as strong as an expensive machine), but it can be done. I'm really glad I found your channel today because my latte art has really not been very good due to technique. Also I tend to over-stretch, so I will take your tips and tricks for tomorrow when I make a cup. Thanks for the great and thorough videos! I always appreciate a detailed teacher.
It is not the price or brand of the machine, it is the person who uses the machine that can make the differences in the taste and presentation of the coffee. Thumbs up and sub.
I knew I could make latte art with my machine, but seeing you, the 2x world champion of latte art, do it on mine (well, kinda-mine's the Plus model, but it's practically the same) made it 10000000% clear that I can. It's just a skill issue on my end.
this makes me feel better about my smaller budget for an espresso machine lmao hallelujah i don't need to spend so much just make lattes for myself! thanks lance for this!
Thank you miles! I really, truly appreciate that. Comments can be so hit or miss you this was certainly encouraging. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help!
Thank you! I've been teaching online classes for Breville and williams sonoma all pandemic. I figured this would be a natural transition since I've been speaking to a camera for a year 😂😂 new to what the youtube community wants, so hopefully videos will improve as I keep doing them
Thank you so much for this video! I just got this machine for my 40th birthday and there seem to be so many reviews for the Bambino Plus and hardly any for the regular Bambino. This was very helpful and informative!!
I got this two years ago since we are working from home for making latte, I was actually quite impressed by it. I'm no professional, but we have a La Marzocco in the office that I missed a lot, so I at least know what a good machine can do. This is definitely enough for a decent latte.
I’m definitely a home brewing enthusiast, and this video was great! Thank you for pointing out that it’s a smaller basket & better for those who want more milk-based beverages. 🥛☕️
@@LanceHedrickIs that why my cappuccinos using my Bambino machine always taste so watered down?? Been doing some digging to find out why and came across this video. I've made about 20 cappuccinos so far and they all taste more like milk than coffee or a real cappuccino. I've tried medium dark, dark, and bold coffees and it still comes out tasting weak and plain. I would love some info on what to do about it using this machine. Thanks in advance!
As I was browsing through the TH-cam videos, I ran into your video. You got me hooked because you just tell it like it is without any bull droppings. Thank you for this video I was thinking of getting this one.
Watching from the Philippines and just purchased a Breville Pro. Great content with an underrated creator! Super helpful for someone who’s just learned abt coffee researching over the internet (me) - no commercial experience or whatsoever. Will wait for more of your videos as I’m a beginner in coffee making and would want to be educated on how to make a proper latte - i.e. proper espresso extraction and milk steaming, and a lot more abt coffee. Thanks!
Subscribed! Man, I'm very happy I've stumbled across your videos. I've recently purchased a Breville Barista Express. I was having issues being consistent with pulling shots and milk steaming. You're videos are a major help to folks like myself who are starting out and I can now correct myself when mistakes are made thanks to you. I'm looking forward to getting the upload notifications, keep it up!
I use a bambino at home and did so much research and no one else told me you can use the same portafilter from the breville pro??! that is so helpful to know, that will definitely be my next upgrade.
Great video! I've had this for over a year now (with a non-pressurised basket) and it's awesome, even for straight espressos. The only downside is the small capacity drip tray.
Yeah. Very small capacity. But helps with the tiny footprint. And non pressurized will allow lower pressure shots, which can actually be quite incredible since you can do coarser grinds (high extraction and less channels)
Why has Lance only got 8.5K subscribers????? This content is excellent, with great quality videos! Also, I now need to go and buy an espresso machine...
Watched your milk foam video. Your tips made a difference for me and ive been at it 5 yrs at home. This is another interesting and fun informative video and im sure your channel will grow.
This is great. I have loved coffee most of my life. Grew up drinking espresso from a Moka Pot and have been using a pressurized Cuisinart appliance. I'm ready to set up my new BBP and take my espresso to the next level. Thanks for making this information available to the masses.
I use the one without the scale. I always single dose my espresso, so never needed the scale. Plus, I had one before and if you're rough with it at all, the scale and miscalibrate.
Love your videos. I was thinking of getting the lelit Anna 2. But I’m thinking maybe this is great for cappuccinos. And learn some latte art!!!! If you use it. It must be good enough. Your how to milk steaming video is the best one. Can’t wait to try it.
Have been thinking hard about getting into the espresso making and have been looking hard at this particular machine. You just put me over the edge...lol ..actually have watched other reviews as well and not really a bad word sai about it. And for you being a professional at the game, it's quite a compliment
Hey Lance, I can see how quickly you've improved the quality of your videos. So great! And your presence on the video is amazing. My new favourite coffee youtuber! (sorry James Hoffman)
Thanks so much! Putting out a latte art tutorial on the matter of hours, so stay tuned! Your milk will be killer on the express! Lovely machine Thanks for watching!
Just found you Lance, love your presentations. I was just about to purchase an automatic Gaggia Magenta but luckily I found your video so I am now going to go for a manual Gaggia and just practice whilst watching your videos. I had a Bambina plus but sold it because I though it wasn't very good at doing the milk. I realise now the problem was not the machine but my technique. Still a good opportunity to purchase a decent dual boiler machine.
Great video. I bought the Bambino Plus about a year ago, so I could gauge whether making home espresso was actually worth it. and something I wanted to pursue. Before that I was strictly V60/Chemex/Aeropress (I still love these too). I love my Bambino, and will be sad to see it go as I am researching what to get next. Anyone contemplating the Bambino - do it. You won't lose a ton of money when you decide to sell (or keep) and upgrade later. Great videos Lance. I'm now trying to digest your fantastic milk stretching video. It definitely hits the spot for me. Thanks!
Haha thank you! Any ideas what machine you'll go to? And latte art basics and espresso dial in are the next videos on the docket! Cheers and thanks for the support and comment
@@LanceHedrick I am looking at Lelit (Mara X, Elizabeth, Bianca). I would ideally like something small footprint, so the Mara ticks that box. There are some good deals in the UK for those. The Mara X is currently £999 in the UK.
I just uploaded a video on my channel with attempts of using botomless portafilter... disastrous is understatement haha watching your smoothness in doing this makes me jealous please do a bottomless tutorial for this machine!
I love that you used this example specifically because I have the Bambino Plus myself. It was for my first ever venture into espresso, hoping to upgrade soon, I think I'm ready for a big boy machine now 😂
@@LanceHedrick the Bambino does make some excellent lattes, good Americanos, and decent espresso, but like you said to get better espresso and extract the intricate flavors gotta upgrade. And I use a naked portafilter and standard non-pressurized basket, so I can see if there is channeling etc.
I took a class from Cole McBride years ago and have been practicing since I am getting better at it and recently bought the Ascaso PID dream because I have the Breville Oracle Touch that does everything for me so i cannot use that steam wand manually which is annoying. I am used to the double boiler on that tho so that Single boiler is not really working for me either. Now thinking if i should bite the bullet and get the La Marzocco Linea mini 😖 do you have any thoughts?? Or any video on that? I have been watching your steaming one and latte art one over and over again all this morning!!! You are amazing at explaining thank you so much for sharing. I also roast my own beans at home too with my IKAWA home roaster and I love it. I actually live minutes from the La Marzocco flagship cafe in Seattle so hence another reason why I really want that
Coley cole! Love that guy. Very kind and passionate. And you can manually stean on the oracle touch! Just pull the wand out and it will be manual. I do it all the time at trade shows at the Breville booth. That being said, if you have the means to snag a linea mini, I mean.... Lol! If you want something a bit cheaper that is still incredible, the Lelit Bianca seems to be like crazy good. No direct experience, but friends who swear by it. Believe it is $3k. And you can pressure profile. Linea mini is $5k or so. Anyway, let me know if I can help further!
@@LanceHedrick omg i tried after watching you said that you can just pull the wand out but it wont let me!!!! It keeps on saying that the wand is not in place!!!! I dont know why. Am i doing something wrong?? Cole is very kind but since that time he had moved and I have no one else to take class from. Maybe I should do a zoom class from you and you can tell me what I am doing wrong with my steaming I just do not seem to get it right after all these years of practicing almost every single day!! Do you have direct experience with the Linea? If i were to spend again I want to get one more and that will be it for me if you know what I mean. Dont want to crowd your comments here do you have an email so that I can email you instead? Or maybe I will message you on IG. Sorry to be this lengthy but I watch soooo many youtube and you really do a great job and very inspiring, very generous of you to share such in depth details with us. Thank you 🙏
I just find you Lance Hedrick, wow! I'm a humble coffee barista coach to the Deaf students in the Philippines, Valenzuela City, Metro Manila. God bless you!
This is a really great review, you explain everything well and don’t assume we all know what all the parts are for and why they are made the way they are. You’ve got yourself a new subscriber.
Love the video, with some ideas that I have not thought of before. One idea of mine is I guess you are trying to work around your camera focus, and I think it changed too much that sometime it is quite confusing. Fixed camera focus should do the work with most of the frame you are doing, and it also make things a bit simpler as well. Like, at 4:17, those changes in camera focus is not necessary at all.
Appreciate that! I'm not in the slightest skilled with cameras, so a friend's has graciously been filming me for free so I can pump out content that is shot in a qualitative manner. I'm sure, since I'm not paying, that there isn't just a ton of time spent on the set and editing lol. I'm moreso just trying to ensure I get information out for free (since making money on youtube takes forever, and the time and what not I'm putting into this is just on me). Anyway, just wanted to give background on that. I have been directing the notes over, but I'm wary to push since I have a sweet deal going hahaha! Hope you'll watch forthcoming videos as I believe the info will be super useful, but I understand camera issues can be frustrating. Appreciate you taking the time to drop a comment, friend! Latte Art basics and espresso dialing in coming up soon!
@@LanceHedrick I completely feel it, cuz I have a camera myself, I know how much time and money it can cost you in investing in the equipment and editing process. As a barista myself, I have been going around and always try to learn from different people from different sources, and I found your content quite useful, intuitive. I hope to see more interesting video soon.
Thanks! And you will. Im planning on dropping a video weekly doing mostly educational content. But since I'm trying to focus on accessibilty, some will feature equipment I think is well priced and worth it. But yes, mostly educational. Thank you for following along, friend!
Excellent video of the bambino! I’ve been comparing this to the B+ and a few other options and this vid really helped answer a lot of my questions about the Bambino. Keep it up!!
Dude - You Rock! Democratize good coffee, even on a budge, I love it. And you did all of that in 10 minutes. Well done! I am just getting into this home coffee thing because I now work at home. I don't want to be a barista but I do recognize good coffee due to my travel pre-covid. I am seriously considering this espresso machine. So here is the two-part question. 1) Would I be happy with the results of the coffee (no milk) buying pre-ground coffee and would this machine produce espresso consistently (not the best, just consistent)? 2) If the answer is no, and I need a grinder, is there a grinder that I should buy that meets your same criteria and allows everyone to enjoy coffee affordably. Thank you again - your enthusiasm is contagious.
I know this is an older video but we bought one a few months ago for $199 and it's been a little workhorse in my house. Wife and kids absolutely love it and it's so consistent. Honestly the lattes and americanos are just as good as a cafe around here that we're saving a bunch of money by making them at home.
Nice channel, good info, I have a Breville Barista Express that I bought last Christmas, I wanted to go higher end machine with a grinder but it was much easier to talk wife into the Express and I make Latte's every morning for Wife and myself, now she is OK with the purchase. I think that getting local roasted coffee makes big difference plus I picked up a 54 mm 18-20 gm basket on Amazon by MacMaxe that holds more coffee than Breville stock basket, it's taken me around 3 month to get it where I pull some great shoots, great machine for beginners. :)
Love this video! I’ve bought a Bambino Plus a couple of months the ago. While I don’t desire to become any type of barista, it just makes me feel good about what I’ve bought and knowing the possibilities. I do plan to order a bottomless portafilter since mine did come with the non-pressurized baskets.😊
In keeping with your mission statement, made at the end of this video, might you review the Crossland CC1v2 and compare it to machines like the Lelit Gloria, Profitec Go, Diletto PID (can't remember it's proper name offhand), etc. I'm most interested in these non-E61, but still high end machines that don't cost what E61 grouphead machines cost and also heat up faster, use less power and, I'm fairly sure, perform excellent extractions comparable to the best machines; just a bit more slowly - minus the warm up time. Thx
I have the dual boiler in my milk steaming video! Give it a watch. Will perfect your milk regardless of machines. And both the pro and dual boiler will make appearances in different videos! I've got a lot of equipment at home 😆😆😆
A narrow opening on the pressurised baskets function as a convergent duct, the pressure actually goes down through the narrowing. This is why the pumps are usually much higher pressure (eg 16 bar) to compensate.
Correct! Except it's also there to compensate for preground coffee that is much coarser than espresso settings normally are. I recommend not using pressurized if freshly grinding your coffee, for sure
Just bought a Bambino based on your review. Now I'm thinking about getting your signature portafilter! You should spotlight your new products some more.
Great video. I have the Bambino plus, and have really enjoyed using it for about two years now. During quarantine I finally started to focus on manual milk steaming. I’m getting decent with milk, I have the texturing down pretty well ( thanks In no small part to your recent video ), but really struggle with actually getting any decent art out of the nice milk that I have made. Will you have a video soon on actually creating hearts or tulips etc.?
I have it too, I have two main struggles: 1) Dialing in specialty coffee (lighter roast especially): comes out sour as hell 2) This probably because of my skills, but I only manage to have good microfoam for one cappuccino at a time only
Bro your videos are excellent! I have had a krups 6040 XP for about 7 years and still can not perfect the latte art! Some people have that talent and I don’t have it! Thanks for the videos
You can do it! Don't give up! Seriously. You'll get it down with proper practice and a better understanding. Follow my milk steaming guide and latte art basics and you'll get there.
ive been reading that if you replace the aluminum pressurized portafilter with a steel standard portafilter on this product, the expresso temperature will be lukewarm, at about 160F instead of about 200F. makes sense because with a standard portafilter the flowrate goes up, meaning the outlet temp will be lower.
stumbled upon your channel and love the content so far! Just bought the Bambino and was hoping to get a decent grinder recommendation! thanks in advance!
Not for espresso, sadly. The grinder is actually more important than the machine. I'd probably advise the Breville as the lowest budget option to get proper espresso. Don't want you to waste your new machine!
I recently purchased this machine, I am not sure if it’s because I’m in the EU but mine came with non pressurized baskets as well, I was curious to know how this machine performs with a grinder and the non pressurized one.
Thank you! I have this machine and enjoy it. Still learning to dial the right grind. The milk is silky and lovely, but sometimes the thicker creamy is at the top (I do fold it in) but kinda glops out when I'm pouring and trying to practice basic latte art. Any tips? :)
Will be trying foaming the milk prior pulling the espresso shot, maybe that's the trick. Because for some reason my steam wand stops half way huhu. Mine is a smeg btw. Looks exactly the same, with the same functions. except for the Porta filter mine is 54 quite heavy with a lot of holes. Thanks again for this. Very useful 😊👍
I was given the Bambino Plus recently, and used your steaming technique video to excellent effect. Thanks for highlighting some of the more entry level stuff in this video. Keep up the educational content!
Was always impressed by the way you articulate your thoughts about espresso. Didn’t know you had the receipts for dat latte art… damn son!!!!! 😂😂😂 very impressive, Lance! 🙌🏻
BOISTON! Another great vid. I use my Sage Barista Express multiple times a day for lattes, and looking forward to using your advice and tips for creating better drinks! Especially your milk frothing guide!
Very new to coffee, and bought a Bambino a whim. I'm finding I'm really enjoying it - my plan is to use it for a while (6 mo? year?) and then upgrade to something more 'serious'. I'm trying to stay out of coffee forums due to my hyper-fixation, tendency to dive too deep, too soon and to protect my finances near term. Videos like this one that take an inexpensive machine and treat it seriously have been helpful. Thank you!
It's like we were meant to be. I just brought out my Breville Bambino from it's box after having received it months ago from my wedding registry. I haven't steamed milk in almost a decade. I can confidently say your tips have me steaming microfoam better than I've ever had even in most of my local cafes. I can't wait to see more videos from you!
Oh yes! Love that! How to dial in and latte art basics coming soon 👀
it’s admirable that, to this day, you still respond to so many comments on an old video. i have great respect for you
As such a passionate and experienced guy - i really like that you aprreciate such a entry level machine and accept that their is a market for those. Most „experts“ in online forums just do trash talk about everything below dual boiler.
Yeah. Sadly coffee is a very gate kept thing. People get super high on their horse and it makes the hobby inaccessible. I'm not here to do that
Dual Boiler has better thermal stability, better temperature (no swings like with thermoblock), capability of changing temp from 195 to 205, preinfusion control, 90sec shots, etx
Lol I own one and use it frequently haha
Apologies. Thermojet. Mine does too..it has been tested and showed to go from 84C to 102C in massive fluctuations.
And 60sec is the max. Sadly the PID controller isn't good enough to stop those temp swings
I know this is old review but enjoyed it and to be honest glad you pointed out that its not for the snobs..as sometimes like wine, I feel what people say about espresso taste etc is something well beyond what people will normally experience.. I went to a well known coffee house in London to try real espresso to see if I could get the 'chocolate, sweetness etc etc' and nope was sour, all of us were very disappointed. So for me knowing that I can make great tasting espresso with a cheaper machine at home (and coming from a guy like you who knows his stuff) keeps me away from going down that coffee rabbit hole!
I recently purchased my bambino because i was tired of having bad tasting coffee of another generic brand machine. I changed grinding, beans, amout, monitored time of extraction and still bad coffee. I read the reviews and and were good based ob price point. However I could not make one good cup. After seen your video, i frothed the milk BEFORE brewing the coffee and used the frothing milk video you posted and wow you are awesome. THANK YOU. I am a rookie on this no experience whatsoever. Is not that I can make a latte art, which is a nice to have, but my coffee improved so much is unbeleavabke. My husband is not going to believe me. Waiting to keep seen more of you. Now my part is to keep practicing. GBU
I love that you didn't totally knock the cheaper machine. I have a $50 Mr Coffee espresso machine that I got like 5 years ago and have been able to make pretty good latte art with trial and error. Stretching the milk takes a little longer than a fancy machine and you've really got to hold the cup steady and lower it verrry slowly to stretch it (it only has one hole on the steam tip, and the pressure isn't as strong as an expensive machine), but it can be done.
I'm really glad I found your channel today because my latte art has really not been very good due to technique. Also I tend to over-stretch, so I will take your tips and tricks for tomorrow when I make a cup.
Thanks for the great and thorough videos! I always appreciate a detailed teacher.
I love cheap equipment that is good! I really think you'll love my video this Friday. Cheap grinders that rock
It is not the price or brand of the machine, it is the person who uses the machine that can make the differences in the taste and presentation of the coffee. Thumbs up and sub.
I knew I could make latte art with my machine, but seeing you, the 2x world champion of latte art, do it on mine (well, kinda-mine's the Plus model, but it's practically the same) made it 10000000% clear that I can. It's just a skill issue on my end.
this makes me feel better about my smaller budget for an espresso machine lmao hallelujah i don't need to spend so much just make lattes for myself! thanks lance for this!
LAAANCE! I could watch you alll day. Thank you so so much for putting some much love into all your videos, I can't wait for the next one
Thank you miles! I really, truly appreciate that. Comments can be so hit or miss you this was certainly encouraging. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help!
For being a new channel, I'm really impressed and learning so much
Thank you! I've been teaching online classes for Breville and williams sonoma all pandemic. I figured this would be a natural transition since I've been speaking to a camera for a year 😂😂 new to what the youtube community wants, so hopefully videos will improve as I keep doing them
Thank you so much for this video! I just got this machine for my 40th birthday and there seem to be so many reviews for the Bambino Plus and hardly any for the regular Bambino. This was very helpful and informative!!
Good! So happy you enjoyed it! If you haven't already, check out the milk steaming tutorial so you can have perfect milk with that machine!
Oh! And happy birthday!
I got this two years ago since we are working from home for making latte, I was actually quite impressed by it.
I'm no professional, but we have a La Marzocco in the office that I missed a lot, so I at least know what a good machine can do. This is definitely enough for a decent latte.
I’m definitely a home brewing enthusiast, and this video was great! Thank you for pointing out that it’s a smaller basket & better for those who want more milk-based beverages. 🥛☕️
Absolutely! Next I'll be posting latte art basics and how to dial in like a pro!
@@LanceHedrickIs that why my cappuccinos using my Bambino machine always taste so watered down?? Been doing some digging to find out why and came across this video. I've made about 20 cappuccinos so far and they all taste more like milk than coffee or a real cappuccino. I've tried medium dark, dark, and bold coffees and it still comes out tasting weak and plain. I would love some info on what to do about it using this machine. Thanks in advance!
As I was browsing through the TH-cam videos, I ran into your video. You got me hooked because you just tell it like it is without any bull droppings. Thank you for this video I was thinking of getting this one.
I’m starting to watch your videos… it’s my second one… YOU ARE AMAZING!!!! 🤩 so clear, so technical but in a good way! Wow!!!
Watching from the Philippines and just purchased a Breville Pro. Great content with an underrated creator! Super helpful for someone who’s just learned abt coffee researching over the internet (me) - no commercial experience or whatsoever. Will wait for more of your videos as I’m a beginner in coffee making and would want to be educated on how to make a proper latte - i.e. proper espresso extraction and milk steaming, and a lot more abt coffee. Thanks!
Incredible! I'm so happy and humbled you're using my channel to learn. Thank you! Lattes art basics and how to dial in espresso coming next!
Just bought this before watching any reviews so I'm glad yours was glowing!
SCA should consider your shake technique as a standard quality check 😁 Love the video. It's informative, it's funny and it's about coffee.
I'm all about that shake for texture checks. Should be a requirement in the milk course during the barista championship 😂
Sound effects included
Lol love it. We will see 👀
Thanks for reviewing this. I recommend this machine all the time to everyone starting out and don’t want to spend a lot of money.
love the shake test sfx 🤌🏼
Hahahaha I seriously don't mean to do it, but everytime, the noises escape my mouth 😂
Subscribed! Man, I'm very happy I've stumbled across your videos. I've recently purchased a Breville Barista Express. I was having issues being consistent with pulling shots and milk steaming. You're videos are a major help to folks like myself who are starting out and I can now correct myself when mistakes are made thanks to you. I'm looking forward to getting the upload notifications, keep it up!
I’ve always said that great taste espresso is more of a grinder thing and latte art more of a technique thing. Loved the video!💪🏻💪🏻
Fantastic! Thanks so much for the comment and support
Loving your non-pretentious attitude to coffee and your clear and entertaining pedagogical approach. Subscribed!
Thank you so much! Really appreciate it
I use a bambino at home and did so much research and no one else told me you can use the same portafilter from the breville pro??! that is so helpful to know, that will definitely be my next upgrade.
Absolutely! And grab an IMS screen for it, too 🤗
@@LanceHedrick any specific recommendation? i just ordered my bambino today.
New uploads are the best, entertainment and knowledge all in one!
Thank you! Espresso dial in and.... Latte Art basics coming soon! 🤗
Yeah I'm about to do a similar overkill grinder Breville espresso combo. This was ideal.
Great video! I've had this for over a year now (with a non-pressurised basket) and it's awesome, even for straight espressos. The only downside is the small capacity drip tray.
Yeah. Very small capacity. But helps with the tiny footprint. And non pressurized will allow lower pressure shots, which can actually be quite incredible since you can do coarser grinds (high extraction and less channels)
Why has Lance only got 8.5K subscribers????? This content is excellent, with great quality videos! Also, I now need to go and buy an espresso machine...
Wow thank you! Biggest compliment is someone buying a whole machine because I talked about espresso lol! Incredible. And thank you for the support!
I can’t believe how much power that steam wand has! They’ve come a long way!
My friend, mentor, and industry colleague. Love you.
Watched your milk foam video. Your tips made a difference for me and ive been at it 5 yrs at home. This is another interesting and fun informative video and im sure your channel will grow.
Thank you Todd! Appreciate the support. Means the world! And so happy it helped you, a veteran home barista! More to come soon
Impressed by the Breville every time!
Absolutely! Punches way above its weight class
@@LanceHedrick true! however, in Canada, spare parts are never to be seen. I have been waiting 10 months for a grouphead gasket. never available.....
This is interesting to hear! Wow. That is no good.
This is great. I have loved coffee most of my life. Grew up drinking espresso from a Moka Pot and have been using a pressurized Cuisinart appliance.
I'm ready to set up my new BBP and take my espresso to the next level.
Thanks for making this information available to the masses.
Heck yes! Incredible! Planning on doing an espresso dial in video soon! Excited for your new set up 🔥
Thank you. I like the Baratza Sette 270. Do you have a preference of the standard or the WI model with the scale. I'd like to see a comparison.
I use the one without the scale. I always single dose my espresso, so never needed the scale. Plus, I had one before and if you're rough with it at all, the scale and miscalibrate.
That's what I'm talkin' 'bout!!!! Excellent work, Lance. Excited to watch this channel develop more.
Yessir! Thanks man! And for the comments haha! Algorithm booster 😉
Love your videos. I was thinking of getting the lelit Anna 2. But I’m thinking maybe this is great for cappuccinos. And learn some latte art!!!! If you use it. It must be good enough. Your how to milk steaming video is the best one. Can’t wait to try it.
Have been thinking hard about getting into the espresso making and have been looking hard at this particular machine. You just put me over the edge...lol ..actually have watched other reviews as well and not really a bad word sai about it. And for you being a professional at the game, it's quite a compliment
Hey Lance, I can see how quickly you've improved the quality of your videos. So great! And your presence on the video is amazing. My new favourite coffee youtuber! (sorry James Hoffman)
Thank you. Most of us aren’t snobs and this will more than do the job!
Love these videos mate! I’m having trouble creating latte art with my breville barista express. Can’t wait to give this a go
Thanks so much! Putting out a latte art tutorial on the matter of hours, so stay tuned!
Your milk will be killer on the express! Lovely machine
Thanks for watching!
Just found you Lance, love your presentations. I was just about to purchase an automatic Gaggia Magenta but luckily I found your video so I am now going to go for a manual Gaggia and just practice whilst watching your videos. I had a Bambina plus but sold it because I though it wasn't very good at doing the milk. I realise now the problem was not the machine but my technique. Still a good opportunity to purchase a decent dual boiler machine.
Great video. I bought the Bambino Plus about a year ago, so I could gauge whether making home espresso was actually worth it. and something I wanted to pursue. Before that I was strictly V60/Chemex/Aeropress (I still love these too). I love my Bambino, and will be sad to see it go as I am researching what to get next. Anyone contemplating the Bambino - do it. You won't lose a ton of money when you decide to sell (or keep) and upgrade later. Great videos Lance. I'm now trying to digest your fantastic milk stretching video. It definitely hits the spot for me. Thanks!
Haha thank you! Any ideas what machine you'll go to? And latte art basics and espresso dial in are the next videos on the docket! Cheers and thanks for the support and comment
@@LanceHedrick I am looking at Lelit (Mara X, Elizabeth, Bianca). I would ideally like something small footprint, so the Mara ticks that box. There are some good deals in the UK for those. The Mara X is currently £999 in the UK.
Oh nice! Very good price. I do like that Bianca tho 😍 in any case, sounds like it'll be a fun upgrade!
@@LanceHedrick I like the Bianca too! Pricey....
Haha yes. Yes it is. But you get to have some pressure profiling fun 🤗
I just uploaded a video on my channel with attempts of using botomless portafilter... disastrous is understatement haha
watching your smoothness in doing this makes me jealous
please do a bottomless tutorial for this machine!
Absolutely! Thank you for the suggestion! I will do a video on how to distribute and prepare espresso, which I think you'll find super useful
I’m glad I found your channel through Instagram! Excited to learn more about coffee 🎉
Awesome! So happy you did, too. Excited to pump out more helpful content! How to dial in espresso and latte art basics coming up 👀
First time watching your videos, really looking forward to the next one. Awesome work sir!
Thank you so much! Really appreciate it. Espresso dial in and latte art soon!
I love that you used this example specifically because I have the Bambino Plus myself. It was for my first ever venture into espresso, hoping to upgrade soon, I think I'm ready for a big boy machine now 😂
I love that! Do it! Full support here.
@@LanceHedrick the Bambino does make some excellent lattes, good Americanos, and decent espresso, but like you said to get better espresso and extract the intricate flavors gotta upgrade. And I use a naked portafilter and standard non-pressurized basket, so I can see if there is channeling etc.
That's awesome! Excited to hear results if you upgrade!
Did you upgrade? How big is the difference?
I tried your steaming technique today 4 times and it is definitely getting more consistent thanks for your videos extremely helpful!!
Incredible! Let me know if there is anything I can clarify further
I took a class from Cole McBride years ago and have been practicing since I am getting better at it and recently bought the Ascaso PID dream because I have the Breville Oracle Touch that does everything for me so i cannot use that steam wand manually which is annoying. I am used to the double boiler on that tho so that Single boiler is not really working for me either. Now thinking if i should bite the bullet and get the La Marzocco Linea mini 😖 do you have any thoughts?? Or any video on that? I have been watching your steaming one and latte art one over and over again all this morning!!! You are amazing at explaining thank you so much for sharing. I also roast my own beans at home too with my IKAWA home roaster and I love it. I actually live minutes from the La Marzocco flagship cafe in Seattle so hence another reason why I really want that
Coley cole! Love that guy. Very kind and passionate.
And you can manually stean on the oracle touch! Just pull the wand out and it will be manual. I do it all the time at trade shows at the Breville booth.
That being said, if you have the means to snag a linea mini, I mean.... Lol!
If you want something a bit cheaper that is still incredible, the Lelit Bianca seems to be like crazy good. No direct experience, but friends who swear by it. Believe it is $3k. And you can pressure profile. Linea mini is $5k or so.
Anyway, let me know if I can help further!
@@LanceHedrick omg i tried after watching you said that you can just pull the wand out but it wont let me!!!! It keeps on saying that the wand is not in place!!!! I dont know why. Am i doing something wrong?? Cole is very kind but since that time he had moved and I have no one else to take class from. Maybe I should do a zoom class from you and you can tell me what I am doing wrong with my steaming I just do not seem to get it right after all these years of practicing almost every single day!! Do you have direct experience with the Linea? If i were to spend again I want to get one more and that will be it for me if you know what I mean. Dont want to crowd your comments here do you have an email so that I can email you instead? Or maybe I will message you on IG. Sorry to be this lengthy but I watch soooo many youtube and you really do a great job and very inspiring, very generous of you to share such in depth details with us. Thank you 🙏
Sure! Feel free to email or DM. Email is kylelancehedrick@gmail.com
Great info, thanks so much for the vid. I got my Bambino for Christmas and am learning to use it. I love it!
Wonderful! Hope you enjoy it!
Thank you for these videos, really enjoying the content and learning a lot everyday!
Thank you so much! Truly means a lot
I just find you Lance Hedrick, wow! I'm a humble coffee barista coach to the Deaf students in the Philippines, Valenzuela City, Metro Manila. God bless you!
Incredible! Thank you for the kindness. You are certainly doing incredible things! cheers
This guy is so easy to learn from and fast enough for my brain. Ty
Another great video Lance! Look forward to the channel growing and the content.
Appreciate that! How to dial in espresso and latte art basics are up next! 🤗
Very nice video: to the point, no non-sense and actionable. I am convinced and bought one.
Love that. Appreciate your comment and view! Cheers
This is a really great review, you explain everything well and don’t assume we all know what all the parts are for and why they are made the way they are. You’ve got yourself a new subscriber.
Thank you! Means a lot. I'm glad you enjoyed the review!
Great review, and espresso lesson/teachings. Thanks!
Thank you so much!
I’ve ordered this machine and in the Uk it comes with 4 baskets. 2 sized pressurised and 2 size non pressurised. Can’t wait to use it
Oh wow! That rocks. Use the non pressurized, for sure
Thanks I just bought one and makes me happy to know I made a good choice!
Heck yeah! It's a solid little machine, for sure!
Thank you for taking the time to make a super helpful video. I just subscribed as well
Impressive amount of knowledge in a such short video. Thanks!
Thank you! I hope you found it helpful! More to come
Brilliant content Lance! Can’t wait to see more of your videos.
Thank you so much! Espresso dial in and latte art basics coming soon!
Keep going - I have binge your channel haha. Honestly the best explanation on coffee and late art!
Thank you so much! Will do. Filming again Thursday for a hopeful Friday release 🤗
Love the video, with some ideas that I have not thought of before. One idea of mine is I guess you are trying to work around your camera focus, and I think it changed too much that sometime it is quite confusing. Fixed camera focus should do the work with most of the frame you are doing, and it also make things a bit simpler as well. Like, at 4:17, those changes in camera focus is not necessary at all.
Appreciate that! I'm not in the slightest skilled with cameras, so a friend's has graciously been filming me for free so I can pump out content that is shot in a qualitative manner. I'm sure, since I'm not paying, that there isn't just a ton of time spent on the set and editing lol. I'm moreso just trying to ensure I get information out for free (since making money on youtube takes forever, and the time and what not I'm putting into this is just on me).
Anyway, just wanted to give background on that. I have been directing the notes over, but I'm wary to push since I have a sweet deal going hahaha!
Hope you'll watch forthcoming videos as I believe the info will be super useful, but I understand camera issues can be frustrating. Appreciate you taking the time to drop a comment, friend!
Latte Art basics and espresso dialing in coming up soon!
@@LanceHedrick I completely feel it, cuz I have a camera myself, I know how much time and money it can cost you in investing in the equipment and editing process. As a barista myself, I have been going around and always try to learn from different people from different sources, and I found your content quite useful, intuitive. I hope to see more interesting video soon.
Thanks! And you will. Im planning on dropping a video weekly doing mostly educational content. But since I'm trying to focus on accessibilty, some will feature equipment I think is well priced and worth it. But yes, mostly educational. Thank you for following along, friend!
Excellent video of the bambino! I’ve been comparing this to the B+ and a few other options and this vid really helped answer a lot of my questions about the Bambino. Keep it up!!
Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it!
❤ could you please do a video using a bottomless non-pressurised portifilter on bambino machine please ❤
Dude - You Rock! Democratize good coffee, even on a budge, I love it. And you did all of that in 10 minutes. Well done! I am just getting into this home coffee thing because I now work at home. I don't want to be a barista but I do recognize good coffee due to my travel pre-covid. I am seriously considering this espresso machine. So here is the two-part question. 1) Would I be happy with the results of the coffee (no milk) buying pre-ground coffee and would this machine produce espresso consistently (not the best, just consistent)? 2) If the answer is no, and I need a grinder, is there a grinder that I should buy that meets your same criteria and allows everyone to enjoy coffee affordably. Thank you again - your enthusiasm is contagious.
I know this is an older video but we bought one a few months ago for $199 and it's been a little workhorse in my house. Wife and kids absolutely love it and it's so consistent. Honestly the lattes and americanos are just as good as a cafe around here that we're saving a bunch of money by making them at home.
Hi. Where did you get it for $199?
Where did you find it at that price?
I'm sold! BTW, I love your sound effects! LOL
Hahaha! Thank you! So happy you enjoyed the video
Nice channel, good info, I have a Breville Barista Express that I bought last Christmas, I wanted to go higher end machine with a grinder but it was much easier to talk wife into the Express and I make Latte's every morning for Wife and myself, now she is OK with the purchase. I think that getting local roasted coffee makes big difference plus I picked up a 54 mm 18-20 gm basket on Amazon by MacMaxe that holds more coffee than Breville stock basket, it's taken me around 3 month to get it where I pull some great shoots, great machine for beginners. :)
Fantastic! And I agree. It is a solid machine for a good price. Thanks for commenting and watching!
@@LanceHedrickGreat video. Is the Bambino like an Express but without the grinder (in terms of quality)?
Not quite, no. The infuser is like the express with no grinder. The bambino is closer, tho not the same, to the pro with no grinder.
Thanks Lance. Coffee education, that's what I get from your videos, just as you want it.
Thanks for the vid Lance. Love these reviews. Good luck with the big move!
thank you so much!
Just got this machine about a week ago and 1zpresso jx pro it pumps out excellent milk based drinks just gotta get my latte art skills up to par
Heck yeah! Posting a latte art basics tutorial tomorrow morning! Stay tuned, friend. We will get you in pouring shape!
Love this video! I’ve bought a Bambino Plus a couple of months the ago. While I don’t desire to become any type of barista, it just makes me feel good about what I’ve bought and knowing the possibilities. I do plan to order a bottomless portafilter since mine did come with the non-pressurized baskets.😊
How did you know when to stop the espresso extraction? ❤
MORE SOUND EFFECTS YEAH BABEY!!
Hahaha! Will keep in mind for future vids 🤣 appreciate you watching!
In keeping with your mission statement, made at the end of this video, might you review the Crossland CC1v2 and compare it to machines like the Lelit Gloria, Profitec Go, Diletto PID (can't remember it's proper name offhand), etc.
I'm most interested in these non-E61, but still high end machines that don't cost what E61 grouphead machines cost and also heat up faster, use less power and, I'm fairly sure, perform excellent extractions comparable to the best machines; just a bit more slowly - minus the warm up time.
Thx
Great video!! I hope you cover other breville lines like the pro and dual boiler
I have the dual boiler in my milk steaming video! Give it a watch. Will perfect your milk regardless of machines. And both the pro and dual boiler will make appearances in different videos! I've got a lot of equipment at home 😆😆😆
@@LanceHedrick Omg! I just realized that was the dual boiler. Idk why i saw the pressure gauge and assumed it was the express 🙈🙈
Hahaha you're good! No worries. Thanks for watching! Going to be doing espresso dial in and latte art basics soon!
A narrow opening on the pressurised baskets function as a convergent duct, the pressure actually goes down through the narrowing. This is why the pumps are usually much higher pressure (eg 16 bar) to compensate.
Correct! Except it's also there to compensate for preground coffee that is much coarser than espresso settings normally are. I recommend not using pressurized if freshly grinding your coffee, for sure
Just bought a Bambino based on your review. Now I'm thinking about getting your signature portafilter! You should spotlight your new products some more.
Thank you! I will need to do that. Appreciate you support!
Great video. I have the Bambino plus, and have really enjoyed using it for about two years now. During quarantine I finally started to focus on manual milk steaming. I’m getting decent with milk, I have the texturing down pretty well ( thanks In no small part to your recent video ), but really struggle with actually getting any decent art out of the nice milk that I have made. Will you have a video soon on actually creating hearts or tulips etc.?
Yes! Filming latte art basics next week! Be on the lookout 👀👀👀
I have it too, I have two main struggles:
1) Dialing in specialty coffee (lighter roast especially): comes out sour as hell
2) This probably because of my skills, but I only manage to have good microfoam for one cappuccino at a time only
Bro your videos are excellent!
I have had a krups 6040 XP for about 7 years and still can not perfect the latte art! Some people have that talent and I don’t have it! Thanks for the videos
You can do it! Don't give up! Seriously. You'll get it down with proper practice and a better understanding. Follow my milk steaming guide and latte art basics and you'll get there.
ive been reading that if you replace the aluminum pressurized portafilter with a steel standard portafilter on this product, the expresso temperature will be lukewarm, at about 160F instead of about 200F. makes sense because with a standard portafilter the flowrate goes up, meaning the outlet temp will be lower.
I've not experienced this at all. I preheat the p9rtafilter. I'm sure if you don't, it would suck the heat miserably.
I'm getting a scace made for 54mm and will test it with a steel pf
Love your videos, great explanations, thanks !
Thank you! Really appreciate the kindness. More to come 👀
Excellent content! Subscribed and actually bought Bambino Plus. Hope to learn a lot of stuff from you, man.
Awesome! Thanks for the support!
Well, there goes my excuse that “my bambino just can’t steam milk well enough to do latte art.” Great video!
May I ask how long time you let air in for steaming milk for the breville bambino ?thanks
stumbled upon your channel and love the content so far! Just bought the Bambino and was hoping to get a decent grinder recommendation! thanks in advance!
Absolutely! You have a budget in mind? The Breville grinder does quite a solid job and is under $200!
@@LanceHedrick thanks for the reply! i’m still new to things and don’t want to dive in too deep. anything worth buying for under $100?
Not for espresso, sadly. The grinder is actually more important than the machine. I'd probably advise the Breville as the lowest budget option to get proper espresso. Don't want you to waste your new machine!
I recently purchased this machine, I am not sure if it’s because I’m in the EU but mine came with non pressurized baskets as well, I was curious to know how this machine performs with a grinder and the non pressurized one.
Thank you! I have this machine and enjoy it. Still learning to dial the right grind. The milk is silky and lovely, but sometimes the thicker creamy is at the top (I do fold it in) but kinda glops out when I'm pouring and trying to practice basic latte art. Any tips? :)
Will be trying foaming the milk prior pulling the espresso shot, maybe that's the trick. Because for some reason my steam wand stops half way huhu. Mine is a smeg btw. Looks exactly the same, with the same functions. except for the Porta filter mine is 54 quite heavy with a lot of holes. Thanks again for this. Very useful 😊👍
Awesome! Please report back if that helped. Happy to do what I can to enhance your coffee experience!
how to choose from impress and pro and this machine, for home use and a novice coffee lover, but really enjoyed making coffee
Amazing vid and its only the third one! 💯🔥 looking forward to your next vids 💕💕💕 thanks for this quality video!
Wow thank you so much! Espresso dial in and latte art basics up next 🤗
@@LanceHedrick for sure looking forward!!! And i love the pink led background hihi 💕
Haha thanks! Colors may change with the video 😂😂😂
I was given the Bambino Plus recently, and used your steaming technique video to excellent effect. Thanks for highlighting some of the more entry level stuff in this video. Keep up the educational content!
Heck yeah! I LOVE hearing this! Thank you for taking the time to drop the note. Latte Art and espresso dial in vids coming soon!
Was always impressed by the way you articulate your thoughts about espresso. Didn’t know you had the receipts for dat latte art… damn son!!!!! 😂😂😂 very impressive, Lance! 🙌🏻
BOISTON!
Another great vid. I use my Sage Barista Express multiple times a day for lattes, and looking forward to using your advice and tips for creating better drinks! Especially your milk frothing guide!
Love *short, rapid, breathy* it!
The water spout in the steam wand seems like it would also clean the wand!
It definitely helps clear it out, no doubt! Milk suction doesn't stand a chance against that little beast 💪
Very new to coffee, and bought a Bambino a whim. I'm finding I'm really enjoying it - my plan is to use it for a while (6 mo? year?) and then upgrade to something more 'serious'. I'm trying to stay out of coffee forums due to my hyper-fixation, tendency to dive too deep, too soon and to protect my finances near term. Videos like this one that take an inexpensive machine and treat it seriously have been helpful. Thank you!
Awesome video... Thanks for this review!
Thanks for watching! Lots more content coming soon! Next vid drop tomorrow 👀👀
Cheers!
This is what I was looking for, thank you bro.
Incredible! Stoked you enjoyed it! Espresso dial in and latte art basics coming up!
I'll be following that you do bro, ty
Absolutely! Thanks so much for the view and comment, friend 🙏🏻
Thank you Lance. It was very helpful for my decision. . . .
So helpful! Thank you! Just bought this machine and trying to improve my latte skills lol
These videos are great. Keep it up!
Thank you! I appreciate the support! Espresso dial in and latte art basics coming up next 🤗