Creating quality espresso drinks at home is easy and fun with the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine. The same process used at the coffeehouse has been simplified for at-home use. Put your own personal twist on espressos . macchiatos . cappuccinos . martinis . affogatos?? whatever you’re in the mood to make. Dual . smart temperature sensors maintain the perfect brewing temperature shot after shot. And the fast-heating thermocoil technology heats water up to the ideal brewing temperature in less than 40 seconds. Rich . creamy espresso is just a grind . tamp and brew away.