- Pumped Espresso / Cappuccino Maker
- 15 Bar Pressure
- Swivel Steam Pipe
- 1 Litre Water reservoir
- Filter Storage Compartment
- Removable Drip Tray
- Measuring Spoon
- 3 Button Operation
De Longi have a reputation for great coffee makers and this is well deserved especially for the price. Their machines are great value and the Treviso is no exception. But then again you probably already know this.
The Pros
- This is a fantastically priced machine which brings affordable espressos to a wide range of people
- Relatively simple to use, but operator skill is required (this is half the fun!)
- Very easy to clean
- thia quote from the review site says it all “I am a fully trained barista and have been for 3 years so deal with top of the range industrial machines all the time. For a domestic machine this is the best i have had or used!”
The Cons
- This isn’t a machine designed for tall mugs – the flatter rounded ones will easily fit under the spout
- Can be a bit noisy whilst the pump is in operation – but this is only for 20-30 seconds
- There have been some reports that this can be a messy machine, but I do think that some if not all of this can be corrected with greater operator skill.
Top Tips
- In order to get a great crema it is best to use a fine powder and as always you should compact it.
- Another tip is to make sure you ‘pre charge’ the machine. Switch on and wait until red light comes on. Do a ‘blank’ espresso … filter bowl attached and pouring into the cup UNTIL the red light goes off. Everything gets fully warmed and the water is primed. Remove filter bowl and full with coffee. Tamp down. By this time the red light has gone on and you are ready to reapply filter bowl and pour your espresso.
If you want a machine that you can just flick a switch and get great coffee this machine is perhaps not the best machine for you. However, if you want to begin to develop your espresso skills and have great coffee as well this may just be the machine you have been looking for.
