Beginner-friendly, affordable espresso machine:

I decided to try a home espresso machine after using my aunt’s $999.95 Breville Barista Touch when I visited her in Texas several months ago. It was impressive, but almost $1,000 was too much for something I might not end up using very often.

The Breville Bambino is the industry standard for entry-level espresso machines, but $299.95 was still pricey for me so I explored alternatives.

Very favorable reviews from YouTube coffee aficionados and the resident barista at Home and Gardens, good marks for customer service, a one-year warranty and an attractive $150 price led me to the Wirsh Espresso Machine. I purchased one to see if making espresso drinks would become a supplement to my usual pour-over coffee routine.

The model is called “Wirsh

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