There are numerous ways to make coffee around the world. Some of them rely on nothing more than a glass and your closest source of hot water, but many methods for espresso-making are becoming increasingly complex as our access to tools expands.

That’s a great thing for the world of coffee, but for a casual at-home barista who wants a simple, delicious, reliable way to make their morning brew each day, a complex machine isn’t the order of the day. Luckily, home coffee machines range in terms of complexity. Even our handbuilt Italian coffee machines in our very own line here at La Marzocco vary widely in terms of who they are engineered for. To that end, today we would like to introduce you to two of the machines our skilled team has engineered for at-home coffee lovers: the Linea Micra and the Linea Mini.

The Linea Micra: The Easiest Home Coffee Machine for Total Beginners

Let’s start with the Linea Micra. This is one of our most compact and easy-to-use home coffee machines, engineered as a condensed version of the café-ready Linea Classic S. We designed this for at-home coffee lovers who want enough power and precision to brew a delicious cup each morning.

The great thing about this machine is that it meets you at your level of complexity. If you’re the kind of person who loves getting out the scale and carefully measuring before you tamp, then the Micra has the precision temperature control and dual boilers to make that effort worthwhile.

But if you’re just keen on a relaxed morning and a quiet ritual that goes more by feel than by measurement, this machine will meet you there, too. Thanks to the quick heat-up time and super simple setup, you can easily dial in your morning routine with this kitchen centrepiece.

Features you should know about:

Convertible and easy-to-clean portafilter.
Insulated steam wand that’s cool to the touch.
Easy-fill reservoir, so plumbing your machine is optional.
Brew paddle activation that feels like a mechanical paddle, but works like a switch.
Easy-clean drip tray.
Hot water spout to rinse out your portafilter between shots.

The Linea Micra is definitely best-suited for any beginner finding their way in the world of coffee. That said, if you’ve already had some experience with the paddle and you’re looking for a step up that still won’t overcomplicate your morning routine, then we have another easy-to-use option for you.

The Linea Mini: An Italian Coffee Machine for Home Baristas

As Italian coffee machines go, the Linea Mini is a standout for a few reasons. For one, the Linea Mini is designed to be a companion to baristas of all levels. Much like a vehicle just raring to get out of the garage, you can take this machine at any speed, and it will meet you effortlessly.

For beginners, the Mini is a gorgeous machine that can follow you pretty much anywhere. Our engineers have incorporated several key features for ease of use, including a built-in shot timer, rinse mode, and a semi-automatic paddle inspired by our line of Italian coffee machines from the 1970s.

When we say this is the peak of easy-to-use home coffee machines, we really mean it, because it can accompany you wherever your home may be. While plumbing the machine into your home is an option if you’re stationary, the 2.5 litre reservoir makes this a travel-friendly companion for anyone taking on life on the road.

There are some complexities here that you can embrace as you improve your skills with espresso making, but there is no pressure to evolve beyond what is most comfortable for your morning coffee. In other words, your journey with the Mini is entirely up to you.

Features you should know about

Commercial-grade group cap, dual boilers, and PID control for perfect espresso shots.
A built-in shot timer to guide your espresso creation.
Barista lights for early morning brews or all-nighters.
A manual paddle with electronic pre-infusion to level up your coffee-making.
Cool-touch steam wand for safety as a beginner.
Easy pressure adjustment to tailor your extraction as you grow more confident.

We believe that home coffee machines should be as simple as you need them to be, but they should also encourage you to step out of your comfort zone a little bit. Take life – and coffee making – at your own pace with the Linea Mini, our second-most simple home espresso machine.

There you have it! A quick round-up of the two Italian coffee machines in the La Marzocco line that any beginner would be proud to operate. You shouldn’t need a degree in coffee-making to enjoy world-class coffee, right?

Level up your coffee-making with La Marzocco.

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