"ddavidn" (ddavidn) 02/19/2014 at 12:10 • Filed to: spro

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I'd like to take a moment to remind you that I really need one of these before I die. I know everyone's probably already seen this, but I like to bring it up from time to time.

http://www.espressoveloce.com/v12/

Victorious Secret > ddavidn 02/19/2014 at 12:12

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I can be caffeinated so hard with that.

CalzoneGolem > ddavidn 02/19/2014 at 12:21

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I know it is supposed to be cool because it is a v12 but frankly I'd rather have and espresso machine that just looked like an espresso machine.

ddavidn > CalzoneGolem 02/19/2014 at 12:41

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How about this lil guy?

To be honest, I wouldn't use either the V12 or the Speedster as my actual espresso machine. I want to find a LaMarzocco GS/2 or similar and restomod it. These "fancy" ones would just be conversation pieces in my fantasy garage cafe.

CalzoneGolem > ddavidn 02/19/2014 at 13:35

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Do you have an espresso machine?

ddavidn > CalzoneGolem 02/19/2014 at 13:41

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Not currently, at home. I am waiting on one I pre-purchased to finish its development and should have it in the next several months. At work, we have some nice espresso equipment, which means I don't really need anything at home.

CalzoneGolem > ddavidn 02/19/2014 at 13:47

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I had an el-cheapo espresso machine until it broke. Too many cafe lattes. :-\

ddavidn > CalzoneGolem 02/19/2014 at 13:53

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Yeah, I have skipped the el-cheapo segment because I detest the coffee that comes out. Good for steaming milk, though. I am actually more a fan of the pour-over and French press style coffees, and espresso is just an occasional (twice-weekly) treat, and I'd rather have it prepared on professional equipment such as we have at work, or at a specialty coffee shop. Getting a machine for home, for me, is only a good idea if you're a coffee nerd (that's me) or if you plan on entertaining guests who enjoy espresso and espresso-based drinks.

Oops, I went all pretentious on you just now.

CalzoneGolem > ddavidn 02/19/2014 at 14:02

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I'm not a coffee nerd but french press is my favorite way of having coffee prepared.

ddavidn > CalzoneGolem 02/19/2014 at 14:11

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It's quite good, as well as being beautifully simple.