Gaggia Brera Bean to Cup Coffee Machine

Product Information

If you appreciate the minimalist design of the Brera, the bulky frame and array of menu options on the Philips 3200 LatteGo might make you cringe. Design is far from the only way these two differ, by the way.

The Gaggia Brera Silver is a compact bean-to-cup espresso machine in a stylish, modern design, which is simple to use and allows easy access to the water tank and coffee ground waste. The Brera allows for customisation of your preferred drink, with easy-to-use controls that provide control over the grind of the coffee, the amount of coffee used in each espresso shot and the length of each shot. Adjustable Coffee Dosage,Bypass Doser,Cup Volume Control,Energy Saving Design,Low-Water Warning,Pre-Infusion,Programmable Brewing

Now, about that brew group I mentioned earlier in my Gaggia Brera review. Since it’s removable, that means you will need to clean it. You won’t be able to rely on a cleaning program to take care of it like you would with a Jura coffee machine. While some super automatics won’t even let you think about using the pre ground stuff, the Brera isn’t against it. This coffee maker includes a ground coffee bypass chute, so you can sneak in some decaf after a long day drinking the real thing. Milk Foam

I know that using “entry level” and “super automatic” in the same sentence might make you suspicious, but I’m confident the Gaggia Brera will allay your fears. To be honest, I felt like any grind adjustments I made had very little effect on the outcome; my shots were just about the same when I adjusted the grinder to its finest setting.Update. Despite not finding anything wrong with the pump after splitting it into a thousand little pieces and almost losing the little plastic ball type thing, the only thing left that could be faulty is the coil that surrounds the pump.

One of my lovely readers has just asked me to let them know what I think about Gaggia Brera Vs Delonghi Magnifica ESAM 4200. Given that I've used both of these bean to cup coffee machines, it makes sense to ask me this – and I'm surprised I'd not already thought of writing a comparison post. The Gaggia Brera, although a relatively simple machine is very customizable when it comes to your beverage options. By adjusting grind size, aroma strength and liquid volume, you can achieve a beverage that is custom tailored to your liking. In general, we recommend a fine grind setting, a liquid volume between 1 ounce and 1 and a quarter ounce, and an aroma strength setting of 3 beans for espresso, and for a long coffee we recommend a medium to coarse grind setting, a liquid volume between 3 ounces and 4 ounces, and an aroma strength setting of 3 beans. The video on the right will show how to make these adjustments to ensure you are getting the most out of your Gaggia Brera. I’m probably in the minority, but a machine that forces me to put in the elbow grease can be charming. Of course, if you want a machine that pulls out all the stops for specialty drinks, you’ll probably need to adjust your budget. Memo Function Additionally, the Brera has been available for a number of years and has proven to be reliable. What do Buyers Say? This super automatic espresso machine offers you a premium bean-to-cup experience, thanks to the high-quality brewing system. It features a bean hopper that can hold up to 225 g of coffee beans and a flat ceramic burr grinder that retains more of the coffee beans’ aroma and flavour. Although it can be a bit noisy during operation. You can also scoop in your favourite pre ground coffee, thanks to the bypass doser.in full screen and, if your device is compatible, activate Augmented Reality. In Augmented Reality, you can tap and drag to reposition the model, tap and hold Representing a true passion for the art of espresso making, the Gaggia Brera showcases Gaggia’s dedication to premium quality. Though it looks beautiful, there is a sense that Gaggia have let down the quality of the build. The front is stainless steel, but pretty much all of the rest of the frame is made from plastic, as are the controls. This makes it feel a little cheaper than a machine like this – with this kind of price tag – should. To be honest, the only things that really disappointed me were the flimsy manual steam wand and the overall build quality. While the machine’s design feels well-conceived and all parts fit (almost) seamlessly, I couldn’t help but feel like something will end up breaking sooner rather than later. Between programmable cup sizes for espresso and lungo shots, three brew strengths and five grind sizes, there’s plenty of room to tinker with preferences. Once you’ve targeted your favorite espresso combination, the machine will remember it for next time.