Rancilio espresso machines
Rancilio espresso machines have been in production since the 1920s, when the company was founded in Italy. Since then, the company has seen steady growth, which has led to the creation of several branches in worldwide locations, including Chicago, Melbourne, and Barcelona. A major achievement for Rancilio was in 1975, when the company got the patent for espresso machines that featured an electronic operation mechanism.
Most of Rancilio’s product line features products for commercial use, but there is also a small home line that includes the Rancilio Sylvia espresso machine and the Rancilio Rocky Grinder. Even though the Sylvia is advertised as an at-home brewing system, it has the strength and durability of a machine you would find in a coffee shop. In fact, its portafilter and brew group are of commercial grade. It boasts a stainless steel body and an iron frame. The Sylvia features a cup warmer that can hold up to six cups at one time. Not only can the Sylvia be used for making espresso, it also has a hot water dispenser, so you can use it to assist in the preparation of hot chocolate and tea. Additionally, if you enjoy using ESE (easy serving espresso) pods, a pod adapter for the Sylvia is an optional add-on feature that may be purchased separately.
Many customers who have bought the Rancilio Sylvia espresso machine are satisfied with their purchase despite the steep price tag (approximately $700). Users of the Sylvia like it for its reliability and ability to make a great shot of espresso every time. One recommendation often reported by Sylvia owners is that for optimum results, it is best to have an excellent grinder for grinding the coffee that will be brewed in the machine, such as a Rancilio Rocky or a Capresso Infinity burr grinder. Both of these grinders are burr grinders that will grind the beans more slowly and uniformly than a standard blade grinder.
If you are looking for the fortitude and performance of a commercial espresso machine but want something suitable for a kitchen countertop, consider the Rancilio Sylvia espresso machine.
