Nespresso pioneered the coffee capsules that are now found in every kitchen. The company also develops a number of coffee machines, milk frothers, and other accessories that allow you to become a barista at home. One of the most unique products is the Barista Recipe Maker, a coffee machine accessory that was released in 2018.
Unlike other Nespresso machines, such as the unique Vertuo coffee machine, the Barista Recipe Maker is operated with a touchscreen and Bluetooth-connected smartphone app, and it weighs less than four pounds, making it easy to carry. According to the company’s product description, the machine froths and chills milk to make your favorite caffeinated beverage, from a simple iced coffee to a cafe-style latte, all in one small machine. The machine can’t brew espresso or coffee, so you’ll need a separate machine to make caffeinated beverages.
You can choose from pre-set coffee drinks or add your own preferences. Recipes readily available on the machine include cappuccino, espresso con panna, flat white, mocha, hot chocolate, etc. All drink ingredients and instructions are available in the app or online manual.
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How Nespresso’s Barista Recipe Maker Makes Drinks in One Machine
Once you pair your Barista Recipe Maker with your smartphone (make sure your software is up to date), making drinks using its recipes is pretty easy. If you need to add milk or clean certain parts, it will tell you what to do. Parts of the machine like the jug lid and wand are where the magic happens. The wand frothes milk for drinks like lattes. You can also add ice, chocolate, and espresso directly to the machine. However, you can only make one drink at a time, so plan accordingly if you have guests.
In terms of customer reviews, it has a 3.6-star rating on the Nespresso website. Reviews are mixed, with some customers saying it exceeds their expectations and others saying they are disappointed. In a 2022 Reddit thread about whether it’s worth buying, some users claim they’ve only used it a few times, while others say they use it daily. It’s currently on sale for $169 on the official Nespresso website, so be sure to check it out if you want to try it for yourself. If you’re looking for a new coffee to pair with your frothed or chilled milk, check out our ranking of the 13 Nespresso pod flavors.
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