Upgrading your coffee machine is a bit like selecting a new car. Except in this case, you’re trusting the device that will hold the fate of your caffeinated state (and thus, most things) for years to come.
We take this selection process seriously and imagine you do, too. One machine you might want to consider is the much-loved Linea Micra. If you already have a coffee machine that has taken up residence on your countertop, the Micra is the perfect upgrade, and today, we are going to unpack why. Read on to meet the Linea Micra in all its compact, high-performing glory.
What is the Linea Micra?
First, an introduction.
The Linea Micra answers the question, “What if we could make café-quality coffee at home?” We’ve designed this machine to operate at peak performance while taking up a small portion of your kitchen countertop. With a home-friendly footprint and an easy setup to boot, this is undoubtedly the natural next step for any aspiring barista.
We’ve based the body and function of this machine on our café-grade workhorse, the Linea Classic S. Condensing it into a smaller frame has not made it less powerful, and the dynamic feature set built into the machine means you can learn as you go.
Some key specifications to consider:
· Available in 7 different colourways to compliment your kitchen’s decor
· Double boiler with PID for total temperature control
· Convertible portafilter compatible to allow for lightning-quick switches
· A minuscule 34cm x 29cm x 39cm form for compact performance anywhere on your countertop
The Benefits of Upgrading to a Linea Micra
As of right now, you might be using a simple espresso machine, a capsule machine, or a manual method for making coffee (such as the Aeropress or a Chemex). All of these methods have their own charms, adding unique threads to the taste of the coffees they produce, but there’s something special about coffee brewed by a Linea Micra.
Investing in this upgrade has many benefits, but let’s focus the spotlight on a select few.
1. commercial performance with a small footprint.
Despite its compact size, the Linea Micra delivers the same thermal stability and brewing power that baristas rely on its forebear, the Linea Classic S., for in a commercial setting. Thanks to its dual-boiler system and PID temperature control, every shot is extracted at the ideal temperature. That means better flavour clarity and consistency in every cup, no matter the roast or origin.
2. Flash heating in five minutes.
Nothing should stand between a coffee lover and their first sip each morning, and luckily, the Micra is built with this in mind.
Most commercial-grade or large machines take up to 30 minutes to reach an ideal brewing temperature, but the Linea Micra is ready to brew in just 5 minutes. This is excellent if you habitually race out the door to work but still want to find time in your morning to craft that perfect cuppa.
3. Simple setup.
The Micra makes it easy to dial in your brew each morning with a simple, streamlined setup that has echoed down from the old Italian masters. While the method might not look the same, the refined approach to making a good cup of coffee certainly is. Once you get this machine home, you can have it unboxed and humming in just ten minutes.
4. handcrafted for Australia’s coffee culture.
Australian coffee culture is one of the best in the world. We know our flat whites, long blacks, and oat milk lattes much better than most. Beyond that, we have a rich scene of coffee-based experimentation that is the perfect stomping ground for the dynamic nature of the Linea Micra.
5. It grows with you.
One of the most compelling reasons to upgrade to the Linea Micra is its ability to evolve as you do. While it’s forgiving enough for a beginner, this is a powerful workhorse in disguise, boasting a good enough performance to allow for plenty of advanced experimentation. As your confidence grows, so does the range of what you can achieve.
As you can see, there are many reasons to love the Linea Micra. It’s a well-loved machine that has been handed down and refined from the Italian masters, with a focus on approachable performance that still manages to rear its head when you need to hit the gas.
As upgrades go, you couldn’t ask for more from this machine. That said, getting to know your choice of espresso machine for yourself is important.
Explore the Linea Micra for yourself.
Handcrafted since 1927, La Marzocco espresso machines have always been renowned for their performance and reliability. The Linea Micra is no exception and an an excellent upgrade for any at-home barista, especially if you have aspirations of brewing coffee for those you love.
If you want to experience the Micra for yourself, learn more about it here or reach out to us for more information.
