Espresso machines

Nuova Simonelli

Nuova Simonelli has built professional espresso machines in Tolentino, Italy since 1936, and serves as the official equipment sponsor of the World Barista Championship. Its lineup runs from single-group prosumer machines with PID temperature control to high-volume commercial flagships with Pulse-Jet extraction and touchscreen control.

The lineup

4 models

Oscar Mood

Oscar Mood

prosumer

A single-group machine with a PID-controlled boiler and a digital timer display for precise, repeatable extractions. Its compact body carries commercial certification and offers pour-over or direct-plumb options, plus a cool-touch wooden portafilter.

~$2,850

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Musica

Musica

single group

A single-group prosumer machine with NSF-approved commercial-grade components and a 2.5-liter heat-exchange boiler, letting you pull a shot and steam milk simultaneously. Dual volumetric and manual dosing, programmed pre-infusion, and a front boiler-pressure gauge.

~$2,950

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Appia Life

Appia Life

commercial

The most compact commercial two-group in Nuova Simonelli's line, aimed at restaurants, bakeries, and mobile carts. Its Soft Infusion System ramps pressure gently to reduce channeling, and it cuts energy use roughly 13% versus the previous Appia II.

from $7,600

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Aurelia Wave

Aurelia Wave

flagship

The high-volume commercial flagship, built around Pulse-Jet Technology that pulses water to avoid over-extraction for a more balanced cup. Touchscreen digital control with pre-set scenarios, the Easycream automated milk system, and two- and three-group configurations.

from $13,250

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Espresso

Espresso · Perc

Hidden Grounds Coffee
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Where

Hidden Grounds Coffee

Wilmington

47
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Verified

the vibe of the place is great. too bad the decaf is bitter.

Tasting profile

Crema

Aroma

Flavor

Acidity

Sweetness

Body

Balance

Finish

Even, room to tune. No single fault stands out — nudge grind or dose to push sweetness and balance higher.

The details

Beans

Perc · Decaf

Decaf

bdurgun the vibe of the place is great. too bad the decaf is bitter.