Is it time to invest in an Espresso machine...?

[Mr_Tomahawk]

Every morning on the way to work, I make my daily pit stop at Starbucks for my usual Black Eye. This cost me $4.01 or $4.29 depending on whether I get a Grande or Vente.

My first question is....would it be a good investment on my part to purchase an espresso machine of sorts and save myself the $25ish bucks a week on coffee? I know I would be making the purchase of he coffee beans in lieu of just going to Starbucks and having it made for me... Just don't know if it would be cheaper to do it myself in the long run.

My second question...I drink solely Red and Black eyes...nothing else. Is there a machine can just make the espresso for me and thats it. I don't need the foam or any of that other Dane McCloud shit.

I am open to recommendations if you know of a good machine that may suit my needs...

Happy Thanksgiving buttholes.

[TimBone]

No.

[BigMeatballDave]

Just stop wasting money at Starbucks.

[PizzaDoughz]

Originally Posted by BigMeatballDave

Just stop wasting money at Starbucks.

This. That stuff is bad for you anyway. And a huge waste of money

[BigMeatballDave]

Drink regular coffee like a normal person.

[Mr_Tomahawk]

Originally Posted by BigMeatballDave

Drink regular coffee like a normal person.

Too weak.

[BigMeatballDave]

Originally Posted by Mr_Tomahawk

Too weak.

Coffee enema?

[Al Bundy]

http://www.crateandbarrel.com/nespre...bundle/s104353

[Mr_Tomahawk]

Originally Posted by Al Bundy

http://www.crateandbarrel.com/nespre...bundle/s104353

Do you have one of these?

I am a little hesitant in purchasing a machine where I have to use 'their' espresso packet/cup things...

[Just Passin' By]

Breville makes several different models, and I've enjoyed every Breville product I've purchased. My family had one (grind and brew coffee maker) that went on the fritz a few weeks after the warranty expired and Breville exchanged it anyway, as it was a known issue. I'm not saying that you can't go wrong with Breville, and they tend to be a bit pricey, but I've been happy with them.

Krups and DeLonghi also make some for less money, if cost is an issue.

[Mr_Tomahawk]

Originally Posted by Just Passin' By

Breville makes several different models, and I've enjoyed every Breville product I've purchased. My family had one (grind and brew coffee maker) that went on the fritz a few weeks after the warranty expired and Breville exchanged it anyway, as it was a known issue. I'm not saying that you can't go wrong with Breville, and they tend to be a bit pricey, but I've been happy with them.

Krups and DeLonghi also make some for less money, if cost is an issue.

Do you have a make and model you can recommend that would suite my needs...ie. just has to make espresso shots, not much more.

[Just Passin' By]

Originally Posted by Mr_Tomahawk

Do you have a make and model you can recommend that would suite my needs...ie. just has to make espresso shots, not much more.

Here's a sort of list on Amazon. You can look at the reviews and prices to help make a decision. It's got some other brands, as well.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_no...presso+machine

[BucEyedPea]

Originally Posted by Just Passin' By

Breville makes several different models, and I've enjoyed every Breville product I've purchased. My family had one (grind and brew coffee maker) that went on the fritz a few weeks after the warranty expired and Breville exchanged it anyway, as it was a known issue. I'm not saying that you can't go wrong with Breville, and they tend to be a bit pricey, but I've been happy with them.

Krups and DeLonghi also make some for less money, if cost is an issue.

I have the Krups and it sucks. The cheaper models aren't worth it. You gotta make the investment.

[Al Bundy]

Originally Posted by Mr_Tomahawk

Do you have one of these?

I am a little hesitant in purchasing a machine where I have to use 'their' espresso packet/cup things...

My girlfriend and my mom both have this one. They enjoy it. Also one in the break room and people enjoy it. JPB is right about Breville making excellent ones as well.

[TLO]

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