Breville Bambino Plus with Baratza Encore ESP Grinder Bundle
- 3 second heat-up with ThermoJet
- 9 bar extraction after low pressure pre-infusion, 15 bar pump
- 54 mm portafilter, 18 g dose
- 40 grind settings: 1 to 20 for espresso, 21 to 40 for filter
- Auto MilQ steam wand, 3 milk temperatures, 3 texture levels
- 1750 watts, 120 volts
- 64 fl oz capacity, removable water tank
- 12.6 x 7.7 x 11.8 inches (D x W x H)
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A compact semi-automatic espresso machine paired with an espresso-capable grinder, giving a beginner the whole setup in one box. Grinding, dosing and tamping stay manual for every shot.
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ASIN: B0CMYKCKW2Category: Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines
Overview
A small kitchen counter has room for this pair: the Bambino Plus espresso machine and the Baratza Encore ESP burr grinder. Beans go through the grinder into the dosing cup, then into the portafilter, and the machine handles heating, pre-infusion and automatic milk texturing.
Fast heat-up and a hands-free steam wand make milk drinks quick on a weekday morning, and the grinder covers espresso and filter in one unit. Every shot still takes a few manual steps, from grinding to tamping.
Who it's for
Newcomers to espresso get a grinder whose settings are split between espresso and filter, plus single and dual wall baskets to learn on. People who want one button to grind, brew and froth will find too many manual steps here.
Pros and cons
- Heats up in seconds
- Hands-free steam wand with temperature and texture control
- Grinder settings split for espresso and filter
- Single and dual wall baskets included
- Semi-automatic, so grinding and tamping stay manual
- Two separate units on the counter
- Grinder size and warranty not listed
Performance notes
Shot quality depends mostly on the grind setting and the dose, since the machine runs a fixed low pressure pre-infusion before full extraction pressure. The ThermoJet system reaches extraction temperature within seconds, so warm-up does not hold up the morning. Milk texture follows the chosen temperature and froth level, with manual frothing available for latte art control.
Specifications
| Brand | Breville |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.6 × 7.7 × 11.8 inches |
| Portafilter size | 54 mm |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 64 fl oz |
| Output Pressure | 9 bar |
| Wattage | 1750 watts |
| Heating system | ThermoJet, 3 second heat-up |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Semi-Automatic |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground |
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Milk frothing | Auto MilQ, 3 temperatures, 3 texture levels |
| Burr Type | European precision steel burrs |
| Dose | 18 g |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Breville Bambino Plus bundle a super-automatic espresso machine?
No. The Bambino Plus is semi-automatic and the grinder is a separate unit. You grind into the dosing cup, move the grounds to the portafilter and tamp; only milk steaming runs on its own.
Does the Encore ESP dosing cup fit other portafilters?
It is sized for the Bambino Plus 54mm portafilter, and a 58mm adapter ring is included for a larger portafilter.
Can I froth milk by hand on the Bambino Plus?
Yes. The steam wand runs automatically at the chosen temperature and texture, or you can texture milk manually for latte art.
Does the Bambino Plus take whole beans?
Not directly. The machine takes ground coffee, which the included Encore ESP grinds from whole beans.