The History of the Espresso Machine: Authoritative account of espresso machine history
Ever wondered how the perfect espresso comes to be? It's a delicate ballet of grind size, water temp, and timing—each element crucial. The History of the Espresso Machine dives deep into this world, but here's the kicker: it's not just about the gadgets. It's about the dreamers who built them. Packed with painstaking research and photos that'll make you feel like you're time-traveling, this book is a must-have for coffee geeks. (And let's be honest, who isn't one these days?)
Sure, you could skim a blog post and call it a day. But why not hold a slice of coffee history in your hands? The paperback? Chef's kiss. Those original photos pop off the page, something your eReader just can't replicate.
- Meet the mad scientists and tinkerers who turned espresso into an art form.
- Flip through pages of rare, jaw-dropping images—no Instagram filter needed.
- Stuck on what to get your friend who's way too into coffee? Problem solved.
Features
- Thoroughly researched with original photography
- Essential guide for coffee aficionados
- Details on key inventors and their contributions
- Authoritative account of espresso machine history
General specs
- Seller: Amazon
- ID: B0DGQSW26V
- publisher: Independently published (September 11, 2024)
- language: English
- paperback: 62 pages
- isbn_13: 979-8338847992
- item_weight: 6.2 ounces
- dimensions: 8.5 x 0.15 x 8.5 inches
- customer_reviews: ratings_count: 6, stars: 4.6
- First listed by seller: 5/9/25
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Price History for seller Amazon
| Date | Price |
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| 12/6/25 | $17.90 |
| 5/9/25 | $14.90 |
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| Brand | GAGGIA | Nespresso | De'Longhi | Nespresso | Breville | |
| Model | RI9781/46 | EN267BAE | EXAM44055B | ENV135GY | BES500BSS1BUS1 | |
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| Price | $17.90 | $1,999.00 | $379.00 | $1,499.95 | $131.40 | $399.95 |
| Seller | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon |
| Update | December 6, 2025 | December 6, 2025 | December 6, 2025 | December 6, 2025 | December 6, 2025 | December 6, 2025 |
| item_weight | 6.2 ounces | 30.4 pounds | 8.71 pounds | 21.4 pounds | 10.96 pounds | 11 pounds |
| product_dimensions | 16.5"D x 11.1"W x 15.2"H | 11.3"D x 14.6"W x 12.44"H | 17"D x 9.75"W x 14.75"H | 8.97"D x 12.22"W x 12.33"H | 7.6"D x 12.5"W x 12.2"H | |
| special_feature | Integrated Coffee Grinder, Removable Tank, Milk Frother, Auto Clean Function, Programmable | Milk Frother, Programmable, Automatic Shut-Off | Integrated Coffee Grinder, Removable Tank, Adjustable Brew Strength, Changeable bean hopper, Programmable | Programmable | Milk Frother | |
| coffee_maker_type | Espresso Machine | Espresso Machine | Espresso Machine | Espresso Machine | Espresso Machine | |
| filter_type | Reusable | Reusable | Reusable | Reusable | Reusable | |
| style | Modern | Machine Only | Modern | |||
| specific_uses_for_product | ristretto, espresso, espresso lungo, coffee, americano, cappuccino, café au lait, café cortado, frothed milk, flat white, latte macchiato | Espresso | Iced Coffee, Espresso, Americano, Latte, 18 drink options | Espresso | Espresso | |
| operation_mode | Super Automatic | Fully Automatic | Fully Automatic | Fully Automatic | Semi-Automatic | |
| voltage | 120 | 110 Volts | 120 Volts | 120 Volts | 120 | |
| human_interface_input | Touchscreen | Buttons | Buttons | Buttons | ||
| included_components | Brew Group Lubricant, Cleaning Brush, Water Hardness Test Strip, Measuring Scoop, Mavea Intenza Filter | Aeroccino milk frother, CitiZ espresso machine | Capsules | Cleaning Tool and Cleaning Disc, Filter, 16 fl.oz / 480ml Stainless Steel Milk Jug, the Razor Precision Dosing Tool, 54mm Tamper | ||
| country_of_origin | Italy | USA | Romania | Switzerland | China | |