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Q: QuestionHow does the Barista Express Impress create silky microfoam milk?

• A:Answer The Barista Express Impress creates silky microfoam milk by using powerful steam pressure to introduce air into the milk, creating a velvety texture. The steam nozzle is designed to create a fine, even distribution of microfoam, resulting in a smooth and creamy consistency.

Q: QuestionWhat type of coffee does this machine use - beans or ground coffee?

• A:Answer The Breville Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine uses coffee beans. It has an integrated grinder with 25 grind settings, allowing users to grind whole coffee beans to their desired coarseness for a fresh and flavorful espresso experience.

Q: QuestionWhat sets the Barista Express Impress apart from other espresso machines, and how does it help achieve a perfect dose and precise tamp?

• A:Answer The Barista Express Impress stands out with its Impress Puck System, which assists in achieving the perfect dose and precise tamp. It automatically calculates the dose based on the last grind and remembers the adjustment for future use. The system also minimizes coffee grinds on the machine and countertop, enhancing the overall user experience.

Q: QuestionHow does the Precision Measurement feature assist in achieving consistent results?

• A:Answer The Precision Measurement feature on the Breville Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine assists in achieving consistent results by indicating when the correct level of coffee grounds is achieved. This ensures that the right amount of coffee is used for each shot, resulting in a consistent flavor and strength. Additionally, the system automatically remembers the adjustment for the next time, making it easy to replicate the desired results.

Q: QuestionDoes the Barista Express Impress have a built-in grinder, or do I need to purchase one separately?

• A:Answer Yes, the Barista Express Impress has a built-in grinder. The product specifications mention "Integrated Grinder: true". This means that the grinder is included with the espresso machine and does not need to be purchased separately.

Q: QuestionWhat are the dimensions (height, width, and depth) of the Barista Express Impress?

• A:Answer The dimensions of the Barista Express Impress are as follows: 16.5 inches in height, 13 inches in width, and 15 inches in depth.

Q: QuestionCan you explain the "4 Keys Formula" mentioned in the product description?

• A:Answer The "4 Keys Formula" refers to the four essential elements for making a perfect espresso: the right dose of freshly ground beans, precise temperature control, optimal water pressure, and true microfoam milk. By achieving the correct balance of these four factors, users can create barista-quality espresso drinks at home.

Q: QuestionIs the Barista Express Impress fully automatic, semi-automatic, or manual?

• A:Answer The Barista Express Impress is a semi-automatic espresso machine. It features assisted tamping and automatic dosing, but the user still needs to manually start and stop the brewing process.

Q: QuestionWhat material is primarily used for the body of this espresso machine?

• A:Answer The primary material used for the body of the Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine by Breville is stainless steel. This information is provided in the product specifications under the "Body Material" attribute.

Q: QuestionWhat is the Intelligent Dosing feature, and how does it enhance the user experience?

• A:Answer The Intelligent Dosing feature in the Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine automatically calculates the optimal dose of coffee based on the previous grind, ensuring consistent and precise dosing for each use. This enhances the user experience by simplifying the coffee-making process, reducing the need for manual adjustments, and ensuring a consistent quality of espresso.

Q: QuestionWhat is the voltage requirement for operating this espresso machine?

• A:Answer The voltage requirement for operating the Breville Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine is 120 volts. This information can be found in the product specifications section of the provided context.

Q: QuestionWhat is the capacity of the coffee bean hopper in pounds or ounces?

• A:Answer The coffee bean hopper of the Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine by Breville has a capacity of 0.55 pounds or 8.8 ounces.

Q: QuestionWhat is the capacity of the removable water reservoir in ounces?

• A:Answer The removable water reservoir of the Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine by Breville has a capacity of 68 ounces.

Q: QuestionAsking again about total height of the Exp. Impress. Breville said it's 16.1" w/ hopper. I measured the Express (not Impress) which lists as 13" tall; it's 16" tall w/ hopper. See photo. Impress lists as 16.1" tall, so >18" tall w/ hopper?

Asked 3 years ago by JavaDude.

• A:Answer it is NOT 16.1" - more like 16 3/8 to the top of the hopper. One one of the reasons I bought this was because I have 16 1/4" clearance on my countertops. You can can some room by taking off the rubber feet.

  Answered 2 years ago by DavidCVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWhat accessories does the Barista Express Impress come with? On another site It has a picture of several included accessories that I don't see listed or pictured in Best Buy"s site

Asked 1 year ago by SMM.

• A:Answer It comes with the following accessories: 54mm stainless steel portafilter 480ml stainless steel milk jug 1 & 2 cup single and dual wall filter baskets Water filter holder with filter the Razor™ precision trimming tool Cleaning tablets Allen key Steam wand cleaning tool Cleaning disc Cleaning brush Descale powder

  Answered 11 months ago by Breville Consumer Support

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Q: QuestionThe specs say this model does NOT have an integrated grinder, but it certainly appears to, since you can see a hopper for the beans - please clarify. Also, how many bars of pressure are generated by the pump?

Asked 3 years ago by csualum1994.

• A:Answer Hello. It does look like the retailer website has the incorrect information regarding the grinder. It is as shown in the image. The machine does have a built-in grinder. The pump is a 15 bar pump.

  Answered 3 years ago by Breville Consumer Support

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Q: QuestionDoes this machine make hoy carmel macchiatos, like Star Bucks makes?

Asked 1 year ago by Picky.

This question was asked about the related product: Breville - the Barista Express Impress Espresso Machine - Black Truffle

• A:Answer You can make any espresso drink with this machine. Any particular recipe regarding how you put the espresso with any other ingredients is completely up to you.

  Answered 1 year ago by Breville Consumer Support

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Q: QuestionWith the Impress having a water tank in back, what is the minimum clearance needed to remove the tank? I've got 20 inches total available. If doesn't need to be lifted out fully to remove sideways, should be good (just detach and slide to side). thx

Asked 2 years ago by jbsAmesbury.

• A:Answer The tank will needed to be raised at least 6 inches to be removed.

  Answered 2 years ago by Breville Consumer Support

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Q: QuestionI need to know the exact height of this machine Including the integrated grinder. The height listed for the Breville machines does not include the grinder. The grinder on other models I've seen seems to be 2.75 " tall, true? I need to know total height.

Asked 3 years ago by JavaDude.

• A:Answer The measurements for the BES876 Barista Express Impress are 12.9" deep x 14.9" wide x 16.1" tall with hopper.

  Answered 3 years ago by Breville Consumer Support

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