Your morning coffee is a deeply personal experience. Whether you’re an instant coffee-and-go type of person or indulge in the ritual of a slow-pressed brew, perfecting your caffeine fix is all about finding what works best for you. From the first sip to the last, having a good coffee machine that can get it just right can make all the difference.
That’s why I jumped at the opportunity to test the Philips café aromis 8000, a coffee machine designed to bring barista-style coffee into your kitchen. As a fully automatic coffee machine, it’s designed to take the labour out of creating your favourite cup, while giving you the freedom to tailor your drink exactly to your taste and preferences.
Whether you’re craving a rich espresso to kick-start a morning full of meetings, or a smooth, aromatic coffee to savour slowly, the café aromis 8000 has more than 50 hot and cold coffees to choose from and seven intensity levels. I’ve spent the past few months putting the machine to test, keep reading to find out if it’s worth its £850 price tag.
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