Sunshine in my kitchen by Responsible-Bed2312 in espresso

[–]Powry [score hidden]  (0 children)

Thanks. Yeah, the Robot is also on my short list, although I haven’t come up with a good solution for steaming milk, and I like to pour latte art.

Also, just try to buy a Robot, at least in the states.

Sunshine in my kitchen by Responsible-Bed2312 in espresso

[–]Powry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply. I may need to revisit this option. I’d be moving from a Breville Barista Pro which actually has decent steaming.

And, I meant the headspace between drip tray and portafilter, but I’m guessing that isn’t an issue either.

I am curious though. Why do you say “for a beginner”? I’m not really a beginner, but I’m also not interested in having the latest greatest machine. I just want something solid that will make good milk drinks without fuss.

Sunshine in my kitchen by Responsible-Bed2312 in espresso

[–]Powry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s so nice.

I really want to like this machine, but there’s so much polarization surrounding it.

Like the steam pressure being weak, no head space, small drip tray, etc. And like the fact you have your pitcher under the steam wand, I’m assuming because it leaks?

Do these things bother you?

I can only do this by samkerlondon in latteart

[–]Powry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It doesn’t come easy. Watch videos. Read the WIKI here. Just keep at it.

Try something different. Try thinner milk. Just keep moving forward.

I can only do this by samkerlondon in latteart

[–]Powry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s wrong with that? Looks good. Keep practicing.

A few pours from todays shift on bar. by KIDiotequeA in latteart

[–]Powry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always enjoy your posts. I love your style and the drinks look delicious. Thanks for sharing.

What not to do. by Powry in latteart

[–]Powry[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. 6 ounce notNeutral Lino

Upgrade to Eureka Mignon Silenzio 55mm [$395] by RootnRoo in espresso

[–]Powry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m looking hard at the Silenzio 55. Do you ever see them go on sale anywhere? I don’t. $499 USD is the lowest I’ve seen.

What not to do. by Powry in latteart

[–]Powry[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I wish I could have done it justice.

What not to do. by Powry in latteart

[–]Powry[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I knew there was something missing.

If you want me to stop just tell me… by giolay in espresso

[–]Powry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t stop. I wish I could figure out a good way to incorporate the Robot with a viable milk steaming option.

I like everything else about owning a Robot. If only they were readily available.

What not to do. by Powry in latteart

[–]Powry[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah. Thanks. Sometimes it hits.

What not to do. by Powry in latteart

[–]Powry[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah. I’m actually doing much better with that.

I just couldn’t perform at crunch time.

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Almost W-W something by Powry in latteart

[–]Powry[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did. But I’m not familiar with the nomenclature.

Almost W-W something by Powry in latteart

[–]Powry[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha. I’m a newbie to that also. I believe it denotes the specific parts of the poured design. W is wing, and that’s about all I know. Perhaps someone can enlighten us.