Sage Oracle Espresso Machine Review
Sage Oracle is an espresso machine that comes with an integrated grinder and automatic tamper. The Oracle will automatically grind and dose your coffee according to the settings you choose on the LCD display.
It's designed to automate as many of the variables involved in coffee brewing as possible. You can even save your personal recipes.
Dual Boiler
If you're a coffee connoisseur or just want to perfect your espresso at home Sage's Dual Boiler is the perfect machine for you. It has features that are similar to Sage's top-end models, like PID digital temperature controls as well as pre-infusion. It also comes with a set of accessories to assist you in becoming barista. They include single and dual wall filter baskets, a tamper, and a milk jug made of metal. It takes some time to learn, but you'll soon be able to make amazing coffee.
This model has two boilers, one for steaming the milk, the other for pulling espresso. This helps cut down the time it takes to make a coffee because it can run both boilers at once. It's a huge machine, but it can be placed in the kitchen counter well and occupies less space than larger commercial machines.
The Dual Boiler has some great features, like auto-start and quick heating up. It's also easy to keep clean and the machine is very quiet when operating. It takes a few minutes for the tank to fill.
If your brew basket requires cleaning or you want to remove the scale, the machine has an built-in descaling feature that helps prevent build up and is really easy to use. It's important to do this often, either before warranty expires or within a short time after.
Another feature that is great is the touch screen which makes it easier to program your preferred coffee, and the machine will automatically set the proper amount of ground beans needed for each drink. You can also control brew pressure for a more accurate espresso.
The Oracle Touch is at the top of the Sage range and comes with a variety of features you can't get on other models. It costs around three times as much as the Bambino Plus, and twice as expensive as the Barista Express. For some customers, this may be a little too pricey. It's easy to use and has wonderful features, like the automatic steam wand, or the touchscreen that can be programmed.
PID Temperature Control
Sage is a premium kitchen appliance manufacturer in the UK and Europe (they sell Breville products in the US and Australia). They manufacture coffee lovers who are looking to control every aspect of brewing the perfect cup of espresso. Their most popular espresso machine, the Oracle is engineered to automate all the variables involved in brewing espresso as is possible. It has a double boiler that allows you to texturize the milk while brewing. It also comes with a feature that purges the steam wand following each use to eliminate any milk residue that has accumulated.
The Barista Touch is a fashionable and versatile machine, lets you to make 'Third Wave Speciality coffee' at home. It comes with an elliptical burr mill that will grind exactly the amount of beans needed to get the best flavor with the click of the button. It uses an innovative heating process that can reach the optimal extraction temperature in only 3 seconds. It also has a dual steamer that lets you to manipulate your milk in order to create the finest quality micro foam for cappuccinos as well as Latte art.
You can program six different drinks, and adjust their settings according to your preferences. You can even save the drinks with a name. The intuitive touch screen will guide you through the steps to make your preferred cup of coffee. The machine is easy to clean using an easily removed water filter.
Sage is known for its excellent customer support. They put the customer's needs first. They are always ready to help with any issue and will repair or exchange any machine that is under warranty. They have a large selection of spares for all their machines including their entry-level models such as the Duo Temp Pro.
The more expensive machines such as the Oracle and the Barista Touch are built using premium materials and are designed to last. Standard comes with a two-year repair, replacement, or refund guarantee. This is a great deal of peace of mind for anyone buying a top end coffee machine.
Variable Dose
Sage's espresso machines cost a lot but you get what you pay for: premium features like PID temperature control, micro-foam milk foam frothing and the ability to dial in a perfect coffee. The Bambino Plus is no exception and features a stunning stainless steel body with a brushed finish and smart technology inside that promises to deliver great-tasting coffee without the need for barista expertise.
The machine automatically doses and tamps you using the smartest grinder on the market Sage's Thermojet heating system which delivers the perfect extraction temperature in only three minutes. The LCD display shows how far you are along the process from grinding to the brewing. You can also save up to 8 personal preset programs that will take care of the work every time.
The machine provides you with the option to do manual dosing or puck preparation. This is done by getting rid of the basket splitter and tamping by hand too (with the bottomless portafilter included). sleek coffee machine can even experiment with different grind sizes to see the point at which you should stop to achieve the best results - you'll quickly know when you've reached the optimal point!
There's a lot more to this impressive Sage machine, however - its intelligent technology includes three heat settings to ensure the ideal temperature for your milk and 3 options for texturing your latte art. It also includes an extremely powerful steam wand which creates thick foam for cappuccinos and lattes. It can do all this while being incredibly easy to use thanks to its intuitive, intelligent interface. You'll definitely love this one!
Stainless Steel
Sage is one of the few manufacturers who focuses on specialty coffee machines. Their products are compact and slim, making them ideal for those who have a limited space. They also come with an integrated burr grinder and a steam wand that can make the perfect cappuccino or latte. They also offer automatic milk texturing to add the final flourish to your drink.
Dual boilers are the most important feature of this coffee machine as it lets you make two cups of espresso at once. This is ideal for those who prefer to have a quick cup in the morning or want to share their love for coffee with friends. The machine is also capable of producing hot water via its spout which is useful for hot chocolate and tea.
The three-second time for heating up is a further great feature. This is a huge advantage over commercial machines that can take as long as twenty minutes to reach the optimal temperature. This feature helps make the machine more user-friendly. It is an expression of Sage's brand philosophy that is centered around listening to their customers.
The Oracle Touch is Sage's top of the line coffee maker that has various features to help you brew an amazing cup of espresso every time. It comes with a top-quality conical burr grinder that has dose control to ensure the proper amount of ground beans are used to extract. The innovative ThermoJet heating system can be ready to brew in just 3 seconds. It comes with simple LCD display that tracks the process from grinding to extraction.
This Sage model is an espresso maker that is professional without the flashy lights. It has a low pressure pre-infusion with a 9 bar pressure pump, and PID digital temperature control that reduces fluctuations in the extraction process to ensure consistency in flavor. The removable 2 litre tank is easy for refilling and the grind size dial allows you to dispense the exact amount of coffee to the portafilter.