Sage Oracle Espresso Machine Review

Sage Oracle is an espresso machine that comes with an integrated grinder as well as an automatic tamper. Set the grind size and dose on the LCD screen and the Oracle will do the rest.

It is designed to automate the most variables possible in coffee brewing. You can even save your own personal recipes.

Dual Boiler

If you're a coffee connoisseur or want to master your espresso at home Sage's Dual Boiler is the machine for you. Its features are comparable to Sage's more expensive models, including PID digital temperature control and pre-infusion. It comes with a selection of accessories that can make you a professional barista. They include a single and a dual wall filter baskets, a tamper, and a milk jug made of metal. This machine can take some time to learn but you'll soon be making amazing coffee.

One of the major distinctions of this model is that it utilizes two boilers - one for pulling the espresso and another to steam milk. This allows you to make coffee faster as both boilers are able to be operated at the same time. It's still a fairly big machine but it fits neatly on the counter in the kitchen and occupies less space than most larger commercial machines.

The Dual Boiler also has some great features for the price such as an auto-start function and an instant heat up function. It's also easy to keep clean and the machine is very quiet while operating. It takes a bit for the tank to fill.

The machine is equipped with a descaling feature that helps to prevent buildup and is easy to use. This is a must to be done regularly, before the warranty expires.

The touch screen is another fantastic feature. It allows you to program your preferred coffee, and the machine will adjust the amount of ground beans required for each drink. You can also adjust the brew pressure, which is important for a more precise cup of espresso.

The Oracle Touch is at the top of the Sage range and comes with a number of extras you'll not get on other models. It's priced three times as much as the Bambino Plus, and twice more expensive than the Barista Express. For some customers, this may be a bit expensive. It's easy to use, and it has some great features like the auto steam wand, or the touchscreen that is programmable.

PID Temperature Control

Sage is a premium kitchen appliance manufacturer in the UK and Europe (they sell Breville products in the US and Australia). They manufacture machines for coffee lovers who want to control every aspect of brewing the perfect cup of espresso. Oracle, their flagship espresso machine is designed to automatize as many variables as is possible in the process of making espresso. It has a double boiler that lets you to texturize milk while brewing. It has a feature to clean the steam wand each time you use it.

The Barista Touch is a sleek and versatile machine, allows you to make 'Third-Wave Speciality Coffee at home. It comes with a conical grinder that will grind the exact amount of beans you require for the best flavour by pressing the button. It uses an innovative heating technique that can reach the optimal extraction temperature in only 3 seconds. It comes with a dual-steamer that allows you texture your milk to achieve the highest micro foam quality for cappuccinos or latte art.

You can program up to six different drinks and change their settings according to your preference. You can even save the drinks with a name. The intuitive touch screen display will walk you through the process of making your favorite cup of coffee. The machine is simple to clean thanks to an easily removed water filter.

Sage is renowned for its excellent customer service. They put the consumer's needs first. They are very helpful with any issue and will repair or replace any machine under warranty. They have a large selection of spare parts for all their machines including their entry-level models such as the Duo Temp Pro.

The more expensive machines, like the Oracle or the Barista Touch, are made using high-quality materials and are designed to last. They offer a two-year repair and replacement guarantee or refund as standard. This is a lot of peace of mind for anyone who purchases a high quality coffee maker.

Variable Dose

Sage's espresso machines cost a lot but you get what you pay for - premium features like PID digital temperature control, micro-foam milk frothing and the ability to dial in a perfect cup of coffee. The Bambino Plus is a great example of this, with its stunning stainless-steel brushed body and smart technology that promises and delivers excellent tasting coffee without the need to have barista skills.

Sage's Thermojet heating technology, the smartest grinder in the market, provides an optimal extraction temperature in only three seconds. The simple LCD display displays your progress from grinding to brewing. It allows you to save up to eight custom preset programmes which will do the job for you every time.

As an added bonus it offers the option of doing it manually and puck prep. You can do this by getting rid of the basket splitter and also tamping manually (with the supplied bottomless portafilter). You can experiment with different grind sizes and determine where to stop for the best results.

There's more to this stunning Sage machine though - its clever technology comes with three temperature settings to get the ideal temperature for your milk, as well as three options for texturing your latte art. It also includes an impressive steam wand coffee machines that creates thick foam for cappuccinos and lattes. It does this while being extremely easy to use due to its intuitive, intelligent interface. You'll surely love this one!

Stainless Steel

Sage is one of the few manufacturers that focus on creating specialty coffee machines. Their products are compact and slim, making them perfect for those with a small workspace. They also come with a built in burr grinder and a steam wand to make the perfect cappuccino or Latte. They also feature automatic milk texturing for the perfect finish to your drink.

The sage coffee machine comes with dual boilers that allows you to brew up to two cups of espresso at a time. This is great for those who like to enjoy a cup of modern coffee machines in the morning or to share their love of coffee with others. The machine is also capable of producing hot water via its integrated spout, which is ideal for tea and hot chocolate.

Another fantastic feature is the 3 second heat up time. This is a huge benefit over many commercial machines which can take up to 20 minutes to reach optimum temperature. This feature makes the machine user friendly and is an example of Sage's philosophy that is centered around listening to their customers.

The Oracle Touch is Sage's top of the range coffee maker that has various features to help you make up a delicious cup of espresso every time. The Oracle Touch features a conical coffee grinder that comes with an automatic dose control system to ensure that you use the correct amount of beans for extraction. The revolutionary ThermoJet heating system can be ready to brew in just 3 seconds. It also has simple LCD display that tracks progress from grinding to extraction.

This Sage model has all the features of a professional espresso machine, but without the flashy lights. It includes a low pressure pre-infusion and a 9 bar pressure pump as well as PID digital temperature control to limit fluctuations in the extraction process to ensure consistency in flavor. The tank is removable and 2 litres can be filled easily and the grind size dial allows you to pour the precise amount of coffee into the portafilter.