I did find that there were some design issues with the Breville Bijou. The water tank is large and easy to refill, and the 15 bars of pressure deliver perfect espresso. While it’s not got the looks of the Sage Bambino, which I tested just before this machine, it does deliver almost identical performance for a fraction of the price. It’s great value for those who care a lot about coffee but can’t justify splashing out on something from Sage or De’Longhi. The Breville Bijou Espresso Machine is a genuinely powerful appliance.
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On the plus side, the drip tray does not fill up very fast at all because the coffee machine does not drip once you’re done brewing. The stainless steel exterior of the Breville Bijou, while attractive, does need regular wiping down. The best bean-to-cup coffee machines are neat and tidy, but with an espresso machine without an in-built coffee grinder I always find that the grounds get everywhere, so prepare to wipe down your surfaces regularly to keep them clean. It also has a plastic tab at the top of the wand to pull it in and out of position.Īfter foaming your milk it’s best to flush out the steam wand once more and use a clean wet rag to remove any milk from the wand before it dries on, which can be unhygienic and lead to blockages. I was really impressed with the Breville Bijou’s steam wand, which was powerful and reliable even when frothing for long periods of time. Once my milk was the consistency I wanted (firm at the top and hot to touch at the side of the jug) I switched the dial back to neutral and tapped my jug against the surface of my counter to remove any larger bubbles. After that, I inserted the wand into the jug, just under the surface of the milk, and watched as it made a whirlpool in the milk. Once it was ready, I flushed out the steam wand by switching the dial to steam mode and then switched the dial back to neutral. I pressed the steam button after brewing my espresso, because it takes a few more seconds to pressurize. You’ll have to buy one yourself, which will cost an extra £10 on Amazon, but it’s a shame that one isn’t included with a coffee machine that has a steam wand built-in. One major gripe I have with the Breville Bijou is that it doesn’t come with a jug for steaming milk. This wasn’t an issue for me, because I know that I like my coffee quite strong, but if I had only wanted a single shot of coffee it would’ve been better to use a pre-measured espresso cup. Because it fitted so snugly underneath the machine, I was also unable to see how much coffee had been brewed. I used one of my cosier and larger mugs for my morning brew, which I had to tilt to slot underneath the portafilter. I did experience a couple of issues when brewing though. This resulted in a seriously tasty crema and a delicious taste in my coffee. The Breville Bijou pre-infuses when brewing espresso, meaning it lets a little water into the filter and allows it to infuse a little before continuing to extract the coffee. Once my machine was ready to go, I pressed the coffee button and then twisted the dial to start brewing. It’s important to make sure your coffee grounds are even across the filter for a balanced brew. To make my latte I used the coffee scoop to add my grounds to the coffee filter and then pressed them down into place using the tamper. Remember, you’ll need to twist back to the neutral position to stop, so there’s no automatic measurements of coffee shots with this espresso machine. You then twist the dial above the steam wand to the cup sign if you want to start brewing, or the steam sign if you want to froth your milk. Its lights start flashing when you press the power button and you’ll be ready to use when they turn solid. Many of the coffee machines I’ve tried take only a few seconds to pre-heat, but the Breville Bijou takes about 30.
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