- The Smeg ECF03 espresso machine is on sale in the US for $840
- It brews hot and cold espresso in just three minutes
- It has been launched together with a matching multi-purpose coffee grinder
Smeg has just launched a new compact coffee machine that can brew hot and cold espresso in just three minutes. The Smeg ECF03 was previously only available in Europe, but is now on sale in the US for $840.
The new machine has a retro-inspired design with smooth curved lines, a glossy finish and stainless steel accents, but it doesn’t just look good on your kitchen counter – it also makes excellent coffee. I tested the Smeg ECF03 when it launched in the UK in October and awarded it a full five stars thanks to its winning combination of style and performance.
It heats up quickly and maintains constant temperature and pressure to ensure you get exactly the same results every time. During my tests, I especially liked the front pressure gauge, which helps you see if you’ve achieved a good extraction before you even taste your drink. The machine and its accessories also feel solidly made, and features such as an accessories drawer tucked behind the drip tray and a useful cup warmer add to the appeal.
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I noted that the ECF03 “brews consistently good hot and cold espresso,” with the cold brew mode being particularly useful as a base for iced lattes and cocktails. According to Smeg, the machine can prepare cold brew in three minutes, but during my tests I found it to be closer to two.
“Overall, the ECF03 is an absolute joy to use and during my testing I found it hard to fault,” I concluded.
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That’s not all – Smeg has also unveiled a new coffee grinder to go along with the ECF03, featuring conical stainless steel burrs and 15 grind settings so you can achieve just the right grind size for your favorite coffee beans.
The Smeg Multipurpose Coffee Grinder (on sale now for $300) lets you grind a preset dose or control the dosage manually if you prefer. Its hopper can hold up to 8.8 oz of fresh beans and locks shut so you can safely remove it while it’s full. The grinder also has an anti-static system to prevent the all-too-common problem of coffee sticking to the grinder, resulting in messes and spills.
It is available in all the same colors as the ECF03 espresso machine: black, white, pastel green, cream and pastel blue.
The two new launches come just days after Smeg announced that its compact Mini milk frother is now available in matte black and white, giving you even more options when it comes to styling your coffee nook.
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