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Using the Barista Home Espresso Machineby Ryan Jacobs The Starbucks Barista home espresso machine is easy to use and is capable of producing high quality espresso. This is a very good, compact and sturdy machine capable of delivering a consistent shot of espresso and good quality steamed milk. It is also available at a relatively reasonable price. The DesignThe Barista is very simple in design. There are two push buttons on the right hand side of the machine and one on the left. Also on the left side is a wheel used to deliver steam or hot water through the wand. There is a water reservoir and a tube that resides in the tank area for water uptake. The Barista comes with a portafilter (the part with a handle), two different baskets (one is for use with the espresso "pods", the other is for use with loose espresso), and a measuring scoop. Fill The ReservoirBefore using the Barista espresso machine, pull out the water reservoir as shown in the picture. A trick that I use to make sure that there is water without pulling the tank out completely is to place a ping pong ball or two into the reservoir. It is easier to examine the water level by seeing how high the ping pong balls are floating, rather than trying to judge the water level through the glare on the smoke-colored plastic. After filling the reservoir with water, slide it into place while making sure that the water intake tube is gently placed inside the tank.
Turning It OnThe button on the left turns on the machine. Depress the button, and the button turns red. Wait for approximately 40 seconds for the machine to warm up. The warming process is complete when the green light on the right side of the machine is illuminated.
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