*by which we mean, 'the least expensive machine that makes real espresso with a deep, rich crema and heavy mouth-feel'.  On this criteria the Bacchi easily beats machines that cost twice as much and more.  After just a few practice runs see the espresso that complete coffee novices are producing with the Bacchi here.

We've tried the alternatives with our own hard cold cash.  They all have one thing in common; they don't make real espresso. The Bacchi makes real espresso and is a machine for life. How so? Well, take a quick flick through the images below to see just how simple a Bacchi is to service and maintain as we assemble one from scratch.

All the bits on the bench, ready to be assembled: