How to use Breville Espresso Machines

Breville is an Australian brand that has been in the coffee business for the last 100 years. The coffee and build quality never fail to amaze us. There are several models manufactured by Breville. If you have one of them and still don’t know how to operate it.

Don’t worry! In this article, we will talk about how to use Breville espresso machines in detail.

All Breville machines have the same working with some minor changes. However, the Breville Nespresso machines have a unique working environment.

You can check out the article – How to use a Nespresso machine if you have one of those. These machines are very easy to use. Once you start brewing, you can master the art of coffee making within hours.

Therefore, use all these steps mentioned below. However, if you are still having a hard time, then consider reading the machine’s user manual.

Before using an espresso machine, make sure that your machine is clean from inside and outside as well for more information. Check our article- how to clean a Breville espresso machine.

How to use Breville Espresso Machines

With these steps, you can easily start using an espresso machine 

1. Fill the water reservoir 

Detach the water reservoir from the espresso machine and fill it with at least 5 oz of filtered water. However, it is advised to fill the water reservoir at least half the capacity of the water reservoir Moreover, make sure that the water container is clean before filling water.

2. Preheat the machine

After filling the water reservoir, plug in the machine into the mains and switch it on. Now the machine will be in the preheating mode which is important for a good coffee extraction. The preheat time varies for different machines therefore do read your user manual to know the exact preheating time.

3. Grind the coffee beans 

Many Breville espresso machines come with an integrated coffee grinder. You have to simply add the coffee beans into the grinder and select the grind size.

However, you can use the trial-and-error method and find which one suits you the best. Lastly, press the button on the grinder to start the grinding process. You can also pre grounds if you don’t have a grinder. 

4. Fill the porta filter 

Remove the portafilter from the group head and make sure it is clean before using it. Fill the portafilter with the freshly ground coffee grounds. Depending on your espresso shot the quantity of the grounds will vary.

However, for a double espresso shot, you will require two teaspoons of coffee grounds. If you are lucky enough, your portafilter will come with different quantity baskets.

Subsequently, tamp the coffee grounds until there is no air into it and the level is equal. Besides, make sure you don’t tamp those grounds too hard, or else it may affect your coffee quality. 

5. Attach the porta filter 

Now it’s time to attach the portafilter to the group head. You can do this by simply rotating the portafilter until it gets locked in its position.

6. Choose your preferred coffee recipe 

You can skip this step if your machine doesn’t have any preset functions for coffee recipes because you have to press the espresso button only. However, if your machines do then select one of those coffee recipes and wait for your coffee to get brewed 

7. Pull out an espresso shot

Place a coffee cup below the coffee outlet and on the drip tray carefully. Besides that, make sure the coffee cup can accommodate the quantity of coffee. Finally, press the espresso or double espresso shot according to your preferences. 

8. Steam the milk 

You can skip this step if you only want to brew an espresso shot. Furthermore, if your coffee recipe includes milk, do read it till the end. Rotate the steam knob or press the steam button and keep it idle for its heat up time.

Subsequently, take at least 100ml of full fat milk on the milk container and start the steam knob again after submerging the steam wand below the milk surface. Once you gain the desired consistency, remove the wand and clean it using a cloth. 

9. Serve 

This is one of the easiest parts of all the steps. You simply need to take the cup and enjoy it if you love basic espresso. Moreover, if you want to make a latte or cappuccino, you will need to add the steamed milk to the espresso slowly.

Besides that, you can also make latte art on the velvety creamy froth. Check out our article on how to make a latte with an espresso machine and how to make a cappuccino with an espresso machine for a detailed recipe.

10. Clean the machine

Now that you know how to use the Breville machine you should also know how to clean it as it’s one of the most important parts. Start with removing the used coffee grounds from the porta filter and thereafter cleaning it with espresso cleaner.

Moreover, you have to empty the water container if you are not going to use it for a longer time. You can refer to our article on how to clean a Breville espresso machine for a detailed guide.

Conclusion

So that’s how we use a Breville espresso maker with no hassle. Now, you can brew your favourite cappuccino or latte within a minute. Moreover, while chilling at your home. Breville machines have a lot of features in common. Therefore, it is easier to use any of those machines once you understand how to operate any of these. You should also know how to clean your espresso machine after using it therefore, check out our article on how to clean a Breville espresso machine. Moreover, you can also check out our article on best Italian espresso machines of 2021. In this article we have included the top Breville espresso machines.