KitchenAid 5KES6503BCA Coffee Machine, Red

Create authentic tasting espresso with the first home espresso machine with dual smart temperature sensors. The stylish KitchenAid Artisan espresso machine creates rich, full-flavoured espresso shots.

The KitchenAid espresso machine is the first home espresso machine with dual, smart temperature sensors. The temperature control works with these sensors and the unit's water heater to keep the temperature within the optimal range for espresso. And, because no one wants to wait, it has fast-heating thermocoil technology to hit the optimal brewing temperature in less than 45 seconds. Then, sit back and taste the difference.

The mark of a well made shot is a dense hazelnut-coloured crema. The body, of dark caramel colour, is full, aromatic and balanced between acidity and bitterness. To get this beautiful, rich result, there needs to be low-pressure pre-infusion to extract flavour from the bean, before switching to high pressure extraction. The Italian 15-bar pump on our KitchenAid espresso machine provides that pressure sweet spot to create a professional-quality, rich, full-flavoured espresso shot and a creamy layer of crema.

There are many tips and tricks to pulling the perfect espresso but, ultimately, how the coffee grounds are held in your espresso machine is at the heart of a delicious shot. The portafilter, the basket and how you press (tamp) the grounds into the basket can make or break your espresso. The commercial-grade portafilter in the KitchenAid espresso machine has recessed spouts, giving you a stable flat base to help you achieve a consistently even tamp and extraction. Its 58 mm diameter helps to maintain optimal heat throughout extraction. That way you get tasty, flavourful cups every time.