Hello all
I've had a Gaggia Classic for years which now seems to be dead (I have a knowledgeable friend checking it out) but have been reading the forums and learning all the things I did wrong (like use our very hard tap water, unfiltered). Anyhow, in the market to spend some money on some new kit. Ideally I'd like a set-up that is reasonably hassle free... I know this will involve compromise, but trust that my taste buds aren't so refined that they will notice the difference - so long as it is of similar quality to what I was making on the Gaggia Classic then I think I'll be happy. I only ever drink espresso if I have the option but am currently on aeropress coffee
In terms of the coffee machine though I am a bit stuck. Originally I had thought I'd get a bean to cup but have read some pretty worrying views on them here. I was looking at the De Longhi ESAM 3000 https://www.johnlewis.com/de'longhi-esam3000-b-magnifica-bean-to-cup-coffee-machine-black/p1547072
The advantage of such a system would be that my wife could make coffee without being interested in or having to be bothered with the hassle. However I am now concerned that I won't be happy with the product, or it will prove unreliable. The other option seems to be a Rancilio Silvia but that would likely mean I would be the only one ever making coffee with the machine.
Is there a middle ground that offers a middle ground? Can you get nespresso style pods for a machine like that Silvia?
I've had a Gaggia Classic for years which now seems to be dead (I have a knowledgeable friend checking it out) but have been reading the forums and learning all the things I did wrong (like use our very hard tap water, unfiltered). Anyhow, in the market to spend some money on some new kit. Ideally I'd like a set-up that is reasonably hassle free... I know this will involve compromise, but trust that my taste buds aren't so refined that they will notice the difference - so long as it is of similar quality to what I was making on the Gaggia Classic then I think I'll be happy. I only ever drink espresso if I have the option but am currently on aeropress coffee
In terms of the coffee machine though I am a bit stuck. Originally I had thought I'd get a bean to cup but have read some pretty worrying views on them here. I was looking at the De Longhi ESAM 3000 https://www.johnlewis.com/de'longhi-esam3000-b-magnifica-bean-to-cup-coffee-machine-black/p1547072
The advantage of such a system would be that my wife could make coffee without being interested in or having to be bothered with the hassle. However I am now concerned that I won't be happy with the product, or it will prove unreliable. The other option seems to be a Rancilio Silvia but that would likely mean I would be the only one ever making coffee with the machine.
Is there a middle ground that offers a middle ground? Can you get nespresso style pods for a machine like that Silvia?