# 240 | Are home espresso machines worth it?

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Podcast: [Coffee Roaster Warm Up Sessions](https://stenobird.com/podcast/coffee-roaster-warm-up-sessions-4776439)
Published: 2026-05-23T13:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mirror-coffee-roasters/episodes/240--Are-home-espresso-machines-worth-it-e3jp5mj
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## Resource

Many people dream of getting a home espresso machine for their kitchen. At first glance, it feels like bringing a cafe home and having the power to make a drink whenever you want without the price tag. That sounds dreamy, but when you start realistically looking at all it takes to get great espresso at home, it's not so romantic. In this episode we unpack the pros and cons of building at an espresso setup at home and whether getting a machine is the right choice for you. Pick up our coffee here: https://mirrorcoffeeroasters.com/ Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirrorcoffeeroasters/ Mirror Coffee Roasters is a specialty coffee roaster located in Bellingham, WA

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