Sage SDC450BSS the Precision Brewer Coffee Maker, 1.8L

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You’ll want this to be prominently displayed on the work surface as something to be admired and whilst not huge it is bigger than most filter coffee machines measuring 36cm wide, 17cm deep and 39.

With so many tailored features to choose from, this machine will deliver you the filter coffee of your dreams, which you can go back to over several hours to find it just as fresh.The pods are recyclable, albeit through Lavazza's slightly complicated scheme, and the machine is very easy to use. We like that this machine has a cupcake-shaped filter, allowing for extra blooming of the coffee grounds and a more even extraction than with a cone filter. All you have to is add water, coffee, choose your strength selection (from three) and thanks to its “fast brew” technology, you can brew a full jug within 10 minutes. You’ll need to tamp the coffee yourself, use the razor tool to get it to the perfect level, and steam your own milk, all of which might take a bit of practice to perfect, particularly if you’re a novice. That means you won't be limited by the two buttons on top of the coffee machine, and if you don't drink much espresso, you can change the preset for both buttons to something more your liking.

The carafe is larger than some other, allowing you to brew even more coffee in one go, which might appeal to some. I would say that all Sage machines, albeit expensive compared to other brands, are of incredible value and worth spending the extra money.Our top-rated choice, the Sage Barista Express Impress has a pretty eye-watering RRP but once it's in your home, you'll be able to make fresh coffee every day. Get a brand new replacement if your product suffers an eligible fault through our hassle free support process, plus enjoy a range of exclusive benefits like a product health check and free prints each year so you experience your new product even more. As we adjusted the grind size, we also had to adjust the grind amount, increasing it from the middle setting to make sure there was enough coffee dispensed into the portafilter.