12 Things You Should Know About The Breville Barista Express

We have had hundreds of questions submitted about the Barista. Most of the questions were very specific, too short to put each question into a full article. So we decided to put them all into this one large FAQ article.

Can You Use Ground Coffee in Barista Express?

Yes, it is possible to use ground coffee in Barista Express. You can use ground coffee for an espresso blend, full-flavored espresso, medium-roast filter grinds (espresso roast), and dark-roast filter grinds (dark roast).

How Long Does the Breville Barista Express Take to Heat Up?

The Breville Barista Express is a quick and easy way to make coffee or espresso. It takes about 20-30 seconds to make an espresso shot and heats up in about 2-5 minutes. It also has a milk carafe, letting you froth milk for lattes and cappuccinos.

What Drinks Does the Breville Barista Express Make?

The Breville Barista Express can make your coffee, espresso, cappuccino, hot chocolate, and tea. You can make each drink with two different strengths.

The Breville Barista Express has a built-in burr grinder that will grind your beans right before you brew them. There are no buttons to push when using this machine – all you have to do is insert your ground coffee into the filter basket and push it down with the back of a spoon or your finger.

Can You Make Regular Coffee with Breville Barista Express?

The Breville Barista Express espresso machine is an attractive-looking device that can make regular coffee (Americano), espresso, and even cappuccinos.

The machine features a 15 bar pump and a dual-wall filter system to extract the flavors in your coffee beans. There’s also a water tank with a capacity of 54 ounces which means it can make six cups of coffee before you need to refill.

This type of machine is perfect for those who want to drink their coffee at home without dealing with the hassle of making it at all.

While this may be true, many people don’t know about this machine because it cannot produce regular cups of coffee like other machines on the market today. In addition, it does not have an option for you just to put ground beans.

How Do You Make Iced Coffee with a Breville Coffee Maker?

Add grounds and water filter to the machine with the filter on top. Make sure that there is enough water in the reservoir for up to six cups of coffee. If making less than six cups, fill it up with cold water. Turn on the machine and wait until brewing is complete. 

Fill your favorite glass or mug about halfway with ice cubes, then pour in some espresso over them. 

Fill your favorite glass the rest of the way up with cold milk (or half-and-half). Stir together thoroughly

What Does the Breville Express Come With?

The Barista Express comes with an integrated burr grinder and can also be used as a regular coffee maker. It also comes with an easy-to-use manual drip tray to make brewed coffee.

In addition, it comes with an instructional DVD to help you learn how to use the machine, as well as a measuring scoop, tamper, and cleaning tablets.

Do I Need to Descale Breville Espresso Machine?

The Breville Barista Express comes with a built-in water tank, which is essential for making the perfect cup of coffee. If you’re not going to use it for some time, you’ll need to descale it regularly.

On the other hand, there is no need to describe the machine if you use it occasionally or have hard water at home.

However, if you are not careful with how you clean your machine, the coffee scale will accumulate over time and eventually lead to a poorly-tasting cup of joe.

You would need to descale your Breville espresso machine periodically to keep this from happening.

Does Breville Barista Express Have Pid?

Breville Barista Express is a super-automatic espresso machine that does not have PID. It is designed to be easy to use and operate.

Breville Barista Express has an intelligent grinder, so it can grind beans for you and provide you with the best-tasting coffee.

In addition, this machine has a high-pressure steam wand and a Thermo coil heating system, which helps deliver quality results with consistency and efficiency.

How Long Do Breville Espresso Machines Last?

Breville espresso machines are super high-quality and can last a lot longer than other brands. Many people report that their Breville espresso machines have lasted for 10+ years.

They are solidly built from quality materials, and the company has been in business for over 100 years!

How Do I Clean My Breville Barista Express?

The Breville Barista Express can be a little complex and difficult to clean. The good news is that the process is not as difficult as you may think.

The machine has a water tank that should be cleaned every two weeks or more, depending on the frequency of use. You can do that with a paper towel and some soap. This will help keep the reservoir from getting dirty and keep it from dripping onto your countertop.

You can use a scouring pad or sponge and some soapy water to clean the inside of the machine. You should also remove any coffee grounds or other residue inside it with a toothpick or other small utensil first and then rinse it out with water afterward.

You should not clean the machine’s spray head with scouring pads, steel brushes, chemical cleaners, or other abrasive materials.

They will damage the rubber nozzle, which may lead to leaks and inconsistent coffee extraction pressure. Instead, you can clean it with a damp cloth and some dish soap. 

You should also replace the filter basket every six months for optimal performance of the machine.

We should always remember to clean the machine after every use with Breville’s cleaning disc to keep it in top condition.

Why Buy The Breville Express?

The Barista Express is an espresso machine that makes it easy to enjoy a cafe-quality coffee at home.

The Barista Express is a relatively expensive investment, but the machine makes it easy to enjoy a cafe-quality coffee at home.

In addition, the machine comes with many features that are not available in other models, namely the milk frother.

The Breville Barista Express also has programs for different coffee and milk-based drinks, so you can easily find your favorite drink each morning.

It has an integrated milk frother that produces quality froth for cappuccinos and lattes. It also has an adjustable spout for all cup sizes and automatic on/off with a 1-hour automatic shut-off feature.