What is the Breville Infuser best used for?
Guides you to the perfect espresso with the built in pressure gauge. The Infuser delivers optimal espresso flavour in every cup. It pre-infuses ground coffee with low, steady water pressure before extraction, gently expanding the grinds before stepping up to high pressure. Espresso is defined at around 9 bars of pressure. Some machines advertise 15–20 bar pumps, but that figure refers to maximum pump output, not the pressure used for brewing. The best espresso comes from a stable 9 bar; anything higher doesn’t improve flavour.
What is the difference between infuser and barista pro?
Unlike the face of the Infuser or the Barista Express, which only have a pressure gauge, the Barista Pro has an LCD interface that shows you grind size and grind time, as well offering customization of pre-infusion time (when hot water blooms the grounds without much pressure) and water temperature. The main distinction is that the Barista Express has a built-in conical burr grinder, while the Infuser requires a separate grinder. This impacts cost, convenience, and control over the coffee-making process.