After a lot of research and not wanting to spend 2-3k on a single group commercial espresso machine just yet I decided to go with the Breville Bambino and Breville Smart Grinder Pro. Second image is the first latte on the setup. Pretty pleased so far. Need to spend more time to dial it in. Already planning for a tamper upgrade, IMS basket, and new portafilter. For this price range it steamed decent quality milk. Took longer than I was hoping but I don't plan on doing anything major yet. Roaster is a Hottop 2k+ that I picked up for $700. Got extremely lucky with that deal.
by DimeCoffeeRoaster
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Roaster: Hottop 2k+
Espresso Machine: Breville Bambino
Grinder: Breville Smart Grinder Pro
Grinder Baratza Encore
Pour Over: Coffee Gator
Simple and clean 👍
I got the bambino as well. Good little unit, you will definitely want to upgrade the tamper.
Your latte art is 🔥
How do you like the Hottop roaster?
What portafilter and tamper are you considering? I just ordered a Bambino and definitely want to upgrade the tamper and portafilter.
Breville ITS good 🏅🏆
Is the grinder good? What are your thoughts? I’m also considering the breville bambino with a good grinder setup