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  • 19-08-2020 5:07pm
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    Dublinmuppet
    Registered Users Posts: 199 ✭✭


    Hi folks my nephew wants a coffee machine for 21st budget is 200. Not a Nespresso. I am clueless. Saw a delonghi icona on arnotts for 200 but no idea if that’s any good or what. Would appreciate any links to ones that u use and would recommend. Thanks


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    Mr Magnolia
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 10,429 Mod ✭✭✭✭Mr Magnolia


    Luck nephew but you won't get a half decent espresso machine for that sort of cash unfortunately and you would need a grinder on top of that anyway.

    Would he consider a grinder, aeropress and a nice selection of coffees?


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    Dublinmuppet
    Registered Users Posts: 199 ✭✭Dublinmuppet


    Mr Magnolia wrote: »
    Luck nephew but you won't get a half decent espresso machine for that sort of cash unfortunately and you would need a grinder on top of that anyway.

    Would he consider a grinder, aeropress and a nice selection of coffees?

    I’m sure he would. I’m clueless as the nice barista makes mine. Would you have any recommendations please


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    Hodors Appletart
    Registered Users Posts: 2,015 ✭✭✭Hodors Appletart


    Aeropress is Aeropress, usually somewhere between 30-40 euro (35 from most Irish roasters)

    I can recommend a Baratza Encore (because I own one after following recommendations here based in a similar budget) grinder which you should be able to find for about 150 if you shop around, and it's a good electric grinder for aeropress.

    buy some coffee from the roasters you get the equipment off


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    mvl
    Registered Users Posts: 1,229 ✭✭✭mvl


    I'd say if said nephew wanted an aeropress for sure he would have asked for one. It also must be considered what type of coffees does the recipient want to make; if cappuccinos, then aim to get one that can make them.
    I don't know about that delonghi, I only know couple of ppl who bought delonghis around 300 EUR. But ... just seeing Argos do a delonghi motivo at 99.99 - maybe you can compare features/reviews between the two ?!?

    Not sure who established the budget - if from OP, then OP might also consider giving a one4all voucher and let the recipient buy what he prefers (with additional top ups, other vouchers even)
    - I'd also suggest let the nephew deal with the grinder / beans.


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    Dublinmuppet
    Registered Users Posts: 199 ✭✭Dublinmuppet


    mvl wrote: »
    I'd say if said nephew wanted an aeropress for sure he would have asked for one. It also must be considered what type of coffees does the recipient want to make; if cappuccinos, then aim to get one that can make them.
    I don't know about that delonghi, I only know couple of ppl who bought delonghis around 300 EUR. But ... just seeing Argos do a delonghi motivo at 99.99 - maybe you can compare features/reviews between the two ?!?

    Not sure who established the budget - if from OP, then OP might also consider giving a one4all voucher and let the recipient buy what he prefers (with additional top ups, other vouchers even)
    - I'd also suggest let the nephew deal with the grinder / beans.

    The 200 budget is mine. That’s what I give for that birthday. I asked what he wanted and that’s his response. Don’t think he knows himself what type he wants. But thanks so much for responding. I will go back to him with your replies


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    Hodors Appletart
    Registered Users Posts: 2,015 ✭✭✭Hodors Appletart


    yeah talk to him again, tell him you've done research and that a 200 quid coffee machine by itself won't be any good to him really

    could be he's asked someone else for a grinder?


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    Bluefoam
    Registered Users Posts: 7,712 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    TBH, the ki probably just wants a pod machine


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    Roger the cabin boy
    Registered Users Posts: 365 ✭✭Roger the cabin boy


    There is a Gaggia Baby with all bits and bobs including a Grinder on done deal/adverts ATM.

    €140.

    Will do everything he needs and is a good start.


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    Mr Magnolia
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 10,429 Mod ✭✭✭✭Mr Magnolia


    If you're splashing 200 notes of the nephew you don't want rock up with second hand equipment though.


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    Hodors Appletart
    Registered Users Posts: 2,015 ✭✭✭Hodors Appletart


    I wish I was his nephew

    I also wish I was 21 again


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    Mythago
    Registered Users Posts: 387 ✭✭Mythago


    I have a Delonghi Dedica: https://www.harveynorman.ie/small-appliances/coffee-machines/espresso/delonghi-dedica-pump-espresso-coffee-machine-metal.html

    I'm happy with the results and purchase freshly ground coffee from the local roaster.

    Have never used the frother so can't comment on it.


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    FastFullBack
    Registered Users Posts: 1,452 ✭✭✭FastFullBack


    Maybe nephew or another relative can add €150 to get this
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001EOMZ5E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_oLivFb4B8FRNH

    Or €100 to get this https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00LB8FHJ4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1NivFbYNC1D34

    Both are Bean to Cup, so very easy to use. Both get great reviews on boards.


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