Elegant espresso machines for the perfect shot
Make yours a double. (Blake Richard Verdoorn via Unsplash/)If you’re serious about drinking espresso at home and eschew a pod-based brew, a barista-level espresso machine with a milk steamer is a smart investment. Instead of being disappointed whenever your favorite barista is on vacation, enjoy your coffee exactly how you want it each day. You may not be able to multitask as you weigh your beans, tamp your grounds, or steam your latte, but that’s kind of the point of the art of coffee. Here are our favorite machines to pull you out of the daily grind.Microfoam that’s latte art quality. (Amazon/)This stainless steel espresso machine delivers delicious crema with the control you need for superior steamed milk. Turn on the machine about five minutes before brewing your grounds, and turn on the steam wand about 30 seconds before you are ready to heat your milk. Connoisseurs will love commercial-grade...