My Favorite Espresso Machine Is 50% Off for Amazon Prime Day [CNET]

This is a great espresso machine at a great price thanks to a Prime Day deal.

As the mom of a toddler, I need caffeine to get me through the day, and I prefer it in the form of a latte. As a gift last year, I received this Gevi espresso machine, which makes lattes that rival what I can get at my favorite coffee shop. And the best part is I don’t have to get myself and my 1-year-old ready to leave the house. Thanks to a Amazon Prime Day deal, it’s on sale for only $100 for the bronze-silver version, and about $104 for the silver-white version.

How I use the Gevi espresso machine

The Gevi is easy to use once you get the hang of using it to craft your favorite drink. If you’re an avid latte drinker, I recommend finding a homemade recipe for whatever sauce you like, for instance, caramel or vanilla. I always add the caramel first, then brew the espresso over it so it blends well. Then I pour the steamed milk through the center. (You’ll need a milk frothing pitcher — I have this one.) It tastes exactly the same as when the coffee shop makes it, but I just make mine less sweet.

Pro tip: Don’t forget to clean your steam wand after every single use. If you don’t, expect to chisel away at dried up milk. And yeah, it’s as gross as it sounds. Also, if your steam wand isn’t working, insert the steam wand cleaning pin into the outlet to clear it out.

Why I like an espresso machine at home

Now that I have an espresso machine at home, instead of spending $35 each week on fancy coffee drinks, I buy a bag of ground espresso beans for $20 every few weeks. I do recommend buying a canister to keep your coffee grounds fresh — this is the one I bought. Also, if you don’t have espresso cups, these are a great option.

I’ve now had the Gevi espresso machine for nearly a year now, and I’m still impressed with it.